Image Credit: Facebook/ Mekhala Munshi Clive House, also known as Burra Kothi, located in Dum Dum on Kolkata’s northern fringe, serves as a testament to the rich history that has unfolded within its premises over hundreds of years. Clive House has often been described as one of the oldest structures found in Kolkata, and yet…
How to grow a native front yard without making it look messy. Image credit – Gemini Native gardens have come to be linked with meadow-like landscaping and naturalistic landscapes. However, many native species can be structured, elegant, and thoughtfully planned while being bee-friendly and butterfly-friendly at the same time. According to landscape design experts, the…
After Ratan Tata’s death, the bungalow has remained associated with the Tata ecosystem. Recently, reports emerged that Tata Sons had leased the bungalow for a five-year term at a starting monthly rent of ₹17.56 lakh. The agreement reportedly involved Ewart Investments, a Tata Sons subsidiary that owns the property. Today, Ratan Tata’s Colaba bungalow represents…
A remarkable kea parrot named Bruce, born without an upper beak, has defied expectations in New Zealand. Rescued and thriving, Bruce has become an alpha, dominating his flock through an ingenious ‘beak jousting’ technique. His unique adaptation showcases incredible intelligence and resilience, proving that challenges can foster extraordinary survival skills. Nature never fails to surprise…
Starfish or sea stars also survive without a brain. They have no head, but they do have a nerve ring and nerves extending into each arm, which help them move and respond to their surroundings. Some species can even regenerate a lost arm, and in certain cases, grow an entirely new sea star from part…
Travellers planning a summer vacation in Europe are being warned to be ready for flight disruptions after airports across Belgium, Portugal, Spain, Ireland and Germany reported more than 230 flight cancellations and over 1,284 delays in a fresh wave of airline chaos. This has affected some prime airlines including Ryanair, KLM, Vueling and Lufthansa, among…
Power couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, known for their privacy, find rejuvenation in art and nature. Their home aesthetic features vibrant flowers like magenta dahlias, lush indoor plants, and earthy stone-walled interiors. Thoughtful lighting and light curtains enhance the serene, artistic ambiance, creating a perfect escape. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, often called the…
In an internet landscape crowded with pranks, dance reels, and clickbait vlogs, KK Create has carved out a completely different space. The rapidly growing YouTube channel, led by Kavya Karnatac, has become one of the most talked-about digital storytelling platforms in India for a reason, it shows the country in a way many viewers have…
Sadhguru also questioned the way many women describe themselves as “just a housewife,” arguing that the phrase itself reflects how deeply society has begun to undervalue caregiving and motherhood. Recalling conversations he has had with women over the years, he said he often asks them why they reduce such an important role to the word…
Life isn’t so kind for everyone. Some face the harshest realities far too early. Vikram Chhetri, a teenager from Assam could not grow up resting his head on his mom’s lap. The child lost his mother when he was just 2, and years later, at the age of 11, the boy lost his father too….