Bittu Tabahi, a 20-year-old from Madhya Pradesh, single-handedly cleaned the Ajnar River. He began this solo mission on Republic Day, removing vast amounts of garbage and algae. Initially facing skepticism online, his efforts were amplified by industrialist Anand Mahindra. Bittu’s dedication has transformed the river, inspiring many to join such causes. We all know that…
The one place in your garden snakes love to hide (Image source: Canva) People often think that snakes are rare visitors to homes, but they can actually live very close to homes without being seen. A lot of people think that snakes only live in forests or open fields, but gardens can also be good…
School is great for learning how to do maths, but it’s notoriously bad at teaching us how to actually function as humans in a high-pressure world. We spend years mastering grammar, yet most of us hit our twenties without knowing how to set a boundary or handle a difficult conversation.The “real” wins in life usually…
When you remove your pillowcase to find yellow stains on your pillow, it can be incredibly upsetting. Although there may be many reasons why this happened, like sweat, oil or just the fact that they have aged, these stains can feel impossible to remove. What you may not realise, however, is that you don’t have…
Crushing on someone in the digital age is basically like being a full-time detective. Without the benefit of seeing a nervous fidget or a flirty smile in person, we’re left staring at a screen, trying to figure out if that “haha” was a polite pity-laugh or a “marry me” laugh. Since we can’t read minds…
Together, IndiGo and Air India Group continue to operate limited flights to and from Dubai Airports and destinations in the UAE. The Indian carriers have shared a fresh travel update for passengers travelling between Indian and West Asia. However, airlines are continuously adjusting schedules and issuing travel advisories. IndiGo’s travel advisory IndiGo updated its travel…
Starting your kitchen garden in a small space can be an extremely fulfilling experience to grow your own fresh, chemical-free and healthy produce right in your backyard. Whether you are living in an apartment or have a compact space on your balcony, terrace or even a windowsill, you can still grow your favourite herbs and…
Sewer rats in drains and toilets (Image generated via Google Gemini) It may seem odd to picture a rat coming up through a drain or toilet, but it can happen in homes that are connected to sewer systems. Rats like to live in underground drainage systems because they can find food, water, and a place…
The ancient world was full of strange creatures and legends, the most famous being the Blemmyes. Historians like Pliny the Elder and Herodotus chronicled the supposed existence of these ‘headless’ beings; they were described as being seen in the Nubian deserts with human eyes and mouths on their chests. As evidenced by medieval bestiaries, the…
If there’s one person who defined “main character energy” over the last two years, it’s Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed. The daughter of Dubai’s Ruler, she didn’t just break the mold; she smashed it. After her “triple talaq” Instagram post went viral in 2024 (where she famously divorced her husband via a social media caption), she…