The Times of India

In the middle of busy routines, however, certain aspects of daily worship may sometimes be overlooked. Here are five things to keep in mind while performing puja at home.

The rising temperature can damage everyday belongings and, in some cases, create safety risks. Even parking in the shade or leaving the windows slightly open does not guarantee that the interior will stay cool. Here are five things you should always take with you.

After finishing his master's degree in France, Prithviraj returned to India and ventured into mushroom farming. He transformed an old poultry shed into a thriving farm that now yields around 45 kg of oyster mushrooms daily, significantly boosting his monthly income. Furthermore, he efficiently repurposes spent substrate for composting and vermicomposting, diversifying his revenue streams. This jo…

A study conducted in Florida’s Everglades uncovered that Burmese pythons are carrying harmful PFAS chemicals, highlighting concerns about environmental pollution. Researchers analyzed liver samples from 67 pythons and discovered nine PFAS compounds, predominantly linear perfluorooctanesulfonic acid. These invasive predators, through their varied diet, accumulate toxins, providing critical insight…

Kaval Desai, a diligent law student, took on a role as a Blinkit delivery partner to support his financial needs. In a span of six and a half hours, he successfully completed 19 deliveries, netting Rs 508. This gig work allows him the flexibility to advance his LLB studies without compromising either responsibility. Reactions online were mixed, with some lauding his enterprising spirit while othe…

Truth, honesty and integrity are values that shape a person's character and influence how they build relationships with others. For parents choosing a meaningful name for their little one, names associated with these qualities can serve as a lasting reminder of the importance of sincerity, trust and doing what is right. From elegant names rooted in Latin and Greek to meaningful choices from Arabi…

Prithviraj, after studying international business in France, chose to pursue entrepreneurship by returning to India. He converted his family's unused poultry shed into a commercial oyster mushroom farm in Devanahalli. Initially experimenting with a low-cost trial, he scaled production to 4,000 growing bags. His farm now produces approximately 45 kilograms of mushrooms daily, generating significan…

A content creator from Gurugram shares a video highlighting his unique eating schedule during office hours. He begins his day with paneer paratha and continues with various dishes throughout the day. The video includes breakfast, lunch, and several snacks, attracting online curiosity and humor. Viewers express amazement at his ability to fit so many meals into a typical workday.

We spend about a third of our lives with our heads on a pillow, yet it is one of the most neglected things in the house. Over months, sweat, hair oil, dust and skin flakes settle into the filling, leaving yellow patches, a stale smell and a pillow that feels flat and tired. Many people avoid washing pillows because they do not own a washing machine, or fear damaging them. The good news is that ha…

Love bombing is a term used to describe a situation where one partner tries to overwhelm the other with affection, praise, attention, or grand gestures in order to quickly establish a deep emotional connection. The problem is not in affection itself, or even in the fact that the partner fell in love fast - it is in the conditions that this love is given under and how it makes you feel afterwards.

A recent study highlights that positive parenting during early childhood can result in improved reward responses in later life. Researchers monitored 465 children from ages three to eighteen, analyzing both parenting practices and brain activity tied to rewards. The data revealed that supportive parenting was linked to enhanced adolescent responses to winning and losing.

The Bengaluru–Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to revolutionize travel between these two vibrant cities. With operations expected to begin in October, passengers can anticipate a journey time of less than 16 hours. Connecting the Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru with the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai, this service features AC sleeper coaches, advanced safety syste…

Dr. Rachna Shroff, a distinguished cancer researcher from the University of Arizona, has passed away after a brave fight against cancer. Renowned for her expertise in pancreatic and bile duct cancers, Dr. Shroff was diagnosed with terminal adenocarcinoma earlier this year yet continued to motivate others with her relentless spirit. In her honor, the Conquer Cancer Young Investigator Award was est…

Struggling with swimming as a child, Dhinidhi Desinghu found strength in her family’s encouragement, allowing her to transform fear into mastery. With relentless dedication, she set a national record at just 13. By the time she was 14, she made her Olympic debut, finishing 23rd in the women’s 200-metre freestyle. Although she didn’t make it further, her journey underscores the significance of ste…

In Sonbhadra, farmer Gaurav Maurya turned a small patch of land into a thriving business by cultivating grafted brinjal, reaping remarkable profits. He later launched a nursery to produce grafted vegetable seedlings, achieving an impressive turnover with the sale of around four lakh plants last year. Expanding his operations, Maurya now grows various vegetables, planning to significantly boost pr…