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Karwa Chauth 2026 will be observed on Thursday, October 29. Married Hindu women traditionally observe a day-long fast for the well-being and longevity of their husbands, breaking it after sighting the moon and offering prayers. The festival falls on Kartik Krishna

Looking for something new to watch after a long day or planning a movie night over the weekend? This week's OTT lineup has options for different moods, from the supernatural horror of

Before sunrise on 27 October, many households across North India will be up in the dark, heading to a river, a pond or simply a bucket of water at home. A lamp will be lit at the Tulsi plant. This is

For many women, Karwa Chauth is a day of prayers, rituals and fasting for their husbands' well-being. But when the day involves going without food or water from sunrise to moonrise, it can also raise questions for those managing health conditions

Patients often ask whether surgery is the only option when they are diagnosed with a surgical condition. The answer depends on what the condition is, whether it is causing symptoms and what the clinical examination reveals. Someone with gallstones may never

Yellow eyes are often what bring a person to the doctor, sometimes after a family member notices the change first. Urine may turn dark, stools may look unusually pale, or the skin may itch for no obvious reason. Jaundice can have

Planning a bank visit in November 2026? Checking the bank holiday calendar in advance can help you avoid last-minute changes to your plans. While some holidays apply across the country, others depend on the state or city where a branch is

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Valmiki Jayanti is an important Hindu festival that commemorates the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered sage traditionally credited with composing the Sanskrit epic Ramayana. Known as the Adi Kavi, or the first poet, Maharishi Valmiki holds a special place

Indian art lost one of its most distinctive voices on Sunday. Jogen Chowdhury, the painter whose line and figures made him a defining name in modern Indian art, died in Kolkata on 25 October 2026. He was 87. He

November 2026 is crowded with festivals. The month opens with Ahoi Ashtami, moves through five days of Diwali and four days of Chhath, and closes with Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti. Fasts and monthly vrats fill the gaps in between.

Diwali falls on a Sunday this year, which means no bonus weekday off. November 2026 also has no clear nationwide three-day long weekend, so the month's biggest dates will have to be planned around a regular working week. There

The salon slot is booked for Wednesday evening. The facial, the threading and perhaps a bleach, all squeezed in so the glow peaks on Thursday.

Sharad Purnima is a festival that brings together faith, family and traditions passed down through generations. In many households, preparing kheer and placing it under the full moon is an important part of the occasion. For those who grew up watching

A relationship can look very different in a 30-second reel than it does in real life. A missed call, an awkward conversation or a quiet evening can quickly become a red flag when viewed through the lens of online dating advice.

In an old family album, a Diwali photo from the 1990s shows a mother in a silk saree, adorned with a broad temple necklace. This year, her daughter might pair a slim gold choker with an Indo-Western outfit for one evening

Shirdi, a town in Maharashtra, is closely associated with Sai Baba, the revered saint whose teachings of faith (Shraddha), patience (Saburi) and religious harmony continue to draw devotees from across India. Sai Baba spent much of his life here, welcoming people

Think about the last wedding you attended. Among the reds, golds and pastels, perhaps one vivid pink outfit caught your eye. It could have been a Banarasi saree with a gold border or a lehenga covered in intricate embroidery. That striking

Sharad Purnima will be observed on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Dedicated to the autumn full moon, the festival is associated with Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Krishna's Raas Leela and the tradition of preparing kheer under moonlight. Devotees mark the occasion through prayers,

A six-month-old boy in Karachi East became Pakistan's seventh polio case of 2026 this week, the first in the city in nearly two years. It was a small headline from a large country, and a reminder of why World Polio Day

Navratri 2026 brought people together for dandiya nights and festive outings, while Dussehra offered another reason to celebrate with family and friends. With Diwali approaching, many are planning how to make the most of the festive break. Alongside celebrations at home

Strip the bed. Wash and put away the dishes. Haul the bins off the property. For years, the last morning of an Airbnb stay has come with a to-do list that guests never saw coming. From 20 November, that list gets

It started as an ordinary infection: a urinary tract infection, perhaps, or pneumonia, or a wound that was slow to heal. There was fever, chills and body aches. Antibiotics were started, and the family settled in to wait for it to

Some filmmakers leave behind memorable films, while others create an entire visual world that audiences continue to recognise decades later. Yash Chopra belonged to the latter category. Snow-covered mountains, sweeping romantic melodies, blooming mustard fields and heroines dressed in flowing chiffon

World Osteoporosis Day, observed every year on October 20, highlights the importance of bone health and the need to prevent osteoporosis-related fractures. The condition often develops without noticeable symptoms, leaving many people unaware that their bones have become fragile until a

Durga Visarjan 2026 marks the end of Durga Puja, as devotees bid farewell to Goddess Durga after days of worship and celebrations. The ritual is especially significant in West Bengal, where the Goddess's departure is accompanied by traditional ceremonies and processions.

Not every gaming session needs hours of free time. Sometimes players want a game they can open during a short break, understand within minutes and enjoy without learning complicated controls. This is where casual games online have found a natural place.

World Menopause Day 2026 is observed on October 18 to raise awareness about menopause and the health concerns women may experience during this stage of life. The 2026 theme, Chronic Pain At Midlife, highlights the need to recognise persistent pain, improve

After the fierce energy of Maa Kalaratri, Navratri turns gentle. Navratri Day 8 belongs to Maa Mahagauri, the radiant and serene form of Goddess Durga, and it is also the day of Durga Ashtami, one of the most important days of

At dusk on 20 October, crowds will gather at Ramlila grounds from Delhi to Dehradun, necks craned towards a ten-headed effigy packed with firecrackers. One arrow. A burst of flame. A roar from the crowd.

Tamil cinema has lost one of the voices that defined its sound in the 1990s. Veteran musician Deva, popularly known as Thenisai Thendral, passed away in Chennai on Saturday, 17 October, at the age of 75. He was reportedly

By late afternoon, many people observing Navratri fasts know the feeling: a dip in energy, a headache that will not quite go away, and a sudden pull towards something fried. Devotion shapes every fasting meal, but how steady your energy stays

For more than a year, one question has followed Kavya Maran from the Sunrisers Hyderabad dugout to social media feeds: when will she marry composer Anirudh Ravichander? The latest round of reports has put a date and a destination on the

Long before ticketed grounds and DJ consoles, a Garba night began with a clay pot, a lit lamp and a woman who knew the songs. Women gathered after sundown in courtyards, squares and sometimes cordoned-off streets, singing and dancing late into

A mother's anchal is the idea at the heart of one of the biggest Durga Puja pandals in Bengaluru this year. At BARSHA in Electronic City, the 2026 theme, ANCHAL, pays tribute to Bengal and Karnataka as two motherlands that have

The dhak beats begin on Friday, 16 October. Durga Puja 2026 runs from 16 to 21 October, and community pujas across Delhi are putting the final touches to idols, lights and themes. Choosing among the Durga Puja pandals in

A regular period is generally a reassuring sign. But it does not mean that everything related to reproductive or overall health is necessarily normal. Women can have predictable menstrual cycles and still have conditions such as anaemia, PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid

Temples across India will turn royal blue on Wednesday, 14 October, as devotees observe Navratri Day 4 and worship Maa Kushmanda, the fourth form of Goddess Durga. The day falls on Chaturthi and is dedicated to the goddess whose name translates

Planning your next movie night or looking for a new series to watch after work? This week's OTT lineup features international thrillers, reality shows, celebrity conversations and South Indian films. From political drama to Malayalam cinema, there are several titles to

As Durga Puja 2026 approaches, Noida's pandals become gathering spots for devotees and visitors looking to soak in the festive spirit. From traditional puja rituals and beautifully decorated spaces to cultural programmes that bring communities together, each pandal offers a different

Ten arms holding weapons, a lion beneath her, and a half moon shaped like a bell on her brow. Maa Chandraghanta is shown as fierce and serene at once. Navratri Day 3 falls on 13 October, when devotees worship her as

Bollywood actor Imran Khan and his girlfriend, Lekha Washington, made headlines after they were detained by Mumbai Police during a protest on October 10, 2026. The incident also involved Imran's cousin, Zayn Marie Khan, who was detained alongside them. All three

Navratri 2026 marks nine days of devotion to Goddess Durga, with devotees welcoming the divine feminine energy into their homes through prayers, rituals and offerings. The festival begins with Ghatasthapana, a significant ritual that marks the invocation of Goddess Durga and

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna recently opened up about their relationship and marriage, discussing how couples can sometimes stop making small efforts once they become comfortable with each other. Rashmika stressed the importance of simple gestures such as saying good morning,

Christa Pike's name has suddenly drawn attention after an execution in the US took an unexpected turn. The 50-year-old death row inmate was administered two doses of the lethal-injection drug in Tennessee, but she survived the procedure and was taken to

A garba night in Ahmedabad and an evening among the pandals of Kolkata can feel like two different festivals. In a sense, they are. Navratri begins on Sunday, 11 October, with Ghatasthapana. Durga Puja begins on 17 October, with Maha Shashthi.

October 2 marks the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's second Prime Minister, who was born on October 2, 1904. In 2026, the country will observe his 122nd birth anniversary. The occasion also coincides with Gandhi Jayanti, marking the birth

Across India, ashrams, museums, memorials and historic buildings preserve different chapters of Mahatma Gandhi's life - from his childhood and political work to the Salt Satyagraha and his final days. The Ministry of Culture's Gandhi Heritage Sites Mission has identified 39

Every October 2 carries significance far beyond being Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary. The date is observed around the world as the International Day of Non-Violence, bringing attention to the idea that social and political change can be pursued without resorting to

In the 1920s, Gandhi bathed each day in the freely flowing, unpolluted Sabarmati near his ashram, and consciously used only the minimum water he needed. The river was full. He took only what he required. Gandhi Jayanti 2026 falls on