A traditional Kanjivaram saree is rarely seen as a contemporary art canvas. But according to publicly available exhibition material and artist accounts, Delhi-based contemporary artist Abhay Sehgal was invited to create a site-specific work for the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. Museums are seen as places where history is carefully preserved. Yet the most…
Matheo is a Spanish and French variation of Matthew and shares the meaning “Gift of God.” The name symbolises thankfulness, divine love and the happiness that accompanies a child’s arrival. It reflects the belief that every child is a treasured blessing whose life is a special gift. Names that mean “gift of God” carry a…
Whether it’s applying a kala tika to a newborn, tying a lemon and green chillies to a new vehicle, or quietly celebrating a personal achievement, many people follow traditions they believe help protect them from nazar. Across India and in many other cultures, these practices have been passed down through generations and continue to be…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s hairstyle during 2014 FIFA World Cup (Image Credit: Instagram/ @libraries) Cristiano Ronaldo‘s goals have made headlines for years, but one of the most memorable moments of his 2014 FIFA World Cup campaign had nothing to do with football. Instead, it was a simple zig-zag shaved into his hair that caught everyone’s attention. While…
While the United States is made up of 50 states, there’s just one state whose name starts with the letter G, making it a fun geography fact that many travellers don’t know. Today, this particular state is trending for hosting a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match. And it’s none other than the…
Most people spend years trying to build a stronger body or a sharper mind. Very few stop to ask a different question: What makes a soul strong? Across spiritual traditions, the answer isn’t wealth, influence, or even knowledge. A strong soul is described as one that remains steady when life doesn’t go as planned. It…
Money is becoming one of the biggest conversation starters on social media. Posts that break down salaries, monthly expenses, and investment habits often draw thousands of reactions, with some people looking for ideas and others questioning whether such financial goals are realistic. A recent post from a Bengaluru couple has now joined that list and…
Conversations around work life are no longer limited to promotions, appraisals, or career growth. Increasingly, people are talking about something much simpler and far more personal: whether they have any time left for themselves after work. Across social media, posts about burnout, rising expenses, and the feeling of living the same day over and over…
Long before advanced hospitals, air ambulances and modern medical equipment reached the remote islands of Lakshadweep, there were nurses who kept the region’s fragile healthcare system running with little more than skill, determination and courage. One such nurse is Hindumbi Kaurom Kakkada, whose decades-long career was shaped by emergency deliveries under candlelight, surgeries during power…
When Vicky Singh Tomkyal ties a pillow to a cylinder to build strength for kicking in a professional ring, he focuses not on drawbacks but on chasing his dream of MMA. During the day, the young athlete adheres to rigorous training with stringent discipline and a strict diet. As the sun sets, he dons a…