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The hype surrounding 'The Satanic Verses' will lead to 'skyrocketing sales' in India

Soon after the ban on Salman Rushdie's 'The Satanic Verses' was lifted after 36 years, the mercurial excitement of readers drove them to bookstores in select cities...

Tibetan monk's school scripts tales of transforming lives of slum children

Nestled in the serene folds of this Himachal Pradesh hill station, where prayer flags flutter in the mountain breeze and chants echo against the majestic Dhauladhar ranges, a quie...

Weekly Horoscope for December 30-January 5, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for December 30 to January 5. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to yo...

Staying single in life can have economic, medical disadvantages: Study

People who prefer to stay single all their life could be at a disadvantage both economically and medically than those who are married or in a long-term relationship, finds a study...

'Why was this book banned?' buyers react as 'The Satanic Verses' makes a comeback in India

British-Indian novelist Salman Rushdie's controversial novel ‘The Satanic Verses’ has quietly reappeared in India, 36 years after it was banned by the Rajiv Gandhi government...

Weekly Horoscope for December 23-29, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for December 23 to December 29. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to ...

Weekly Horoscope for December 16-22, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for December 16 to December 22. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to ...

Festive Finds: The Best Christmas Gifts of 2024 Unveiled

Discover the ultimate Christmas gift guide for 2024! From trendy accessories to creative gadgets, our list of top 10 gift ideas will help you choose the perfect presents to dazzle...

Weekly Horoscope for December 9-15, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for December 9 to December 15. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to y...

Book 'English Poetry from Bihar launched at Press Club of India, Delhi

The Book 'English Poetry from Bihar' edited by Prof. Ram Bhagwan Singh, was launched at the Press Club of India, New Delhi on Sunday, December 1 in the presence of Amod ...

'The Other Sister' – A tale of friends' faith, relationship and stress

Amidst a vibrant reading session, author Amrita Tripathi unveiled her latest novel, 'The Other Sister' here on Monday. The book delves into the lives of a group of frien...

2025 Yearly Horoscope For All Zodiac Signs

As we step into 2025, a year filled with new beginnings and opportunities awaits. This is the time to embrace change, nurture personal growth, and cultivate love and prosperity in...

Horoscope for December 2024: Embrace the Light of Possibilities

As we bid farewell to 2024, the celestial alignment of December ushers in a wave of positivity and hope. The stars are aligning to create a harmonious energy that will uplift and ...

Weekly Horoscope for December 2-8, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for December 2 to December 8. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to yo...

Conformity in the Digital Age: How Social Media Shapes Our Beliefs

Explore how social media influences conformity in the digital age, shaping our beliefs and behaviors through echo chambers, social proof, and the power of influencers. Learn strat...

Bihar's 'Vegetarian Village': People stick to 300-yr-old practice of shunning non-veg food

A village named Bihiain in Bihar’s Gaya district is indeed a remarkable example of cultural tradition and collective discipline.

Yasmin Singh releases two books based on Kathak tradition of Raigarh Gharana

With an aim to preserve and propagate the rich heritage of Indian classical dance and as a significant contribution to the field of art and culture, Dr Yasmin Singh released two b...

Wanted to present Harappan Civilisation in an accessible manner: Author Devdutt Pattanaik

While he illustrated several scenes of ‘Ahimsa: 100 Reflections on the Harappan Civilisation’ over two years ago, author Devdutt Pattanaik decided to compile it this year. “I aime...

Weekly Horoscope for November 25–December 1, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for November 25 to December 1. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to y...

KKFI to host Kho Kho World Cup with IOA's support

India is set to host the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup at the iconic IGI Stadium in New Delhi from January 13 to 19 next year, marking a landmark moment in the world of traditional...

Weekly Horoscope for November 18-24, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for November 18 to November 24. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to ...

Nainital hills to come alive with sound of literature - and music

Returning to a physical form after a three-year-long hiatus, the Himalayan Echoes Literature Festival, in its two-day ninth edition beginning in Nainital on Saturday, will go beyo...

Military Literature Fest honours 25th year of Kargil War

Organisers of the Military Literature Festival (MLF) on Thursday announced that the eighth edition of the festival is dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War.

Madhubani: Punita Devi's organic farming creates employment under Lakhpati Didi yojana

Punita Devi, a resident of Bihar's Madhubani district has emerged as an epitome of success in her neighbourhood, with help from the Modi government's Lakhpati Didi Yojan...

Himachal: Chamba women make extra money with help from National Rural Livelihood mission

The women residents of Haripur Gram Panchayat in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba block are earning an additional income of Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 by taking to unique enterprises li...

AWWA's lit fest in Chandimandir ends with high positivity

A three-day literary extravaganza - Abhivyakti 4.0 - an exemplary initiative of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) concluded on Sunday on a note of high positivity and resi...

Poetry is not about full stops but commas: Arundhathi Subramaniam

She says that there is a time in everyone's life, probably in teens when most people are first drawn to poetry�EUR"they adore the sound of it and the music it holds�EUR&...

Weekly Horoscope for November 11-17, 2024

H ere is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for November 11 to November 17. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored...

Drawing plentifully from myth and reality, Chhath Puja honours elemental forces of nature (IANS Book Review)

As the grand folk festival of Chhath Puja came to a close on Friday with devotees and the faithful offering prayers and salutations to the rising Sun, the four-day-long festival m...

India's Gen Z prefers to renting a place than owning a home: Report

As Baby Boomers, Gen X and millennials prefer to buy homes in India, Gen Z shows a notable difference and lean towards renting a place, according to a report on Thursday.

J&K: Samba's Shakuntala Devi sets examples of women enterprise with her pickle business

Shakuntala Devi, a resident of Samba district in Jammu and Kashmir has become an inspiration for women today. A pickle-making unit, she launched with assistance from the governmen...

Three-day Abhivyakti literature fest in Chandimandir from Nov 8

The Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) will organise the Abhivyakti Literature Festival, a three-day celebration of literature and creativity, from November 8 at the Khetarpal ...

Weekly Horoscope for November 4-10, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for November 4 to November 10. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to y...

November 2024 Horoscope Overview for Each Zodiac Sign: A Fresh Perspective

November 2024 brings a blend of transformation, heightened emotions, and introspection across all zodiac signs. The month begins with a powerful New Moon in Scorpio, setting the s...

Weekly Horoscope for October 28 to November 3, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for October 28 to November 3. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to yo...

Transcending 'Indian': This author deconstructs the necessity to disconnect and the lure of glory

In November 2018, the world suddenly woke up to a community that did not care to be known. And as much as it intrigued many, the incident caught the fancy of author Sujit Saraf, w...

Unexpected Food Poisoning Risks in Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants

Discover hidden food poisoning risks in vegan and vegetarian restaurants. Learn expert tips, latest research, and safety strategies to enjoy plant-based dining without compromisin...

Indus Valley had powerful intercontinental mercantile civilisation: Devdutt Pattanaik

The 13th edition of the Khushwant Singh Litfest in this Himachal Pradesh tourist resort concluded on Sunday with a historic observation made by Devdutt Pattanaik that the Indus Va...

Weekly Horoscope for October 21-27, 2024

Here is a guide to the week ahead for you. This is your forecast for October 21 to October 27. Continue exploring to uncover the astrological predictions and advice tailored to yo...

Social isolation deprives older people of key nutrients in diet: Study

Senior people who are socially isolated are more likely to have an insufficient intake of key micronutrients such as vitamin C and vitamin B6, increasing their risk of health prob...