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Long before sunrise on Saturday, 10 October, Kolkata was already awake. The Mahishasuramardini broadcast, a recital that has opened Durga Puja for the city since 1931, plays at 4 AM on Mahalaya morning. By daylight the scene moved to

Aman Gandhi is said to have received the fewest votes in the Bigg Boss 20 house this week, and yet no one is expected to leave. The latest Bigg Boss 20 eviction update says Aman has lost his lifeline, so there

The Pratipada tithi begins at 9.19 pm tonight, 10 October, and with it comes the first day of Sharad Navratri. Navratri 2026 Day 1 will be observed on Sunday, 11 October, when devotees install the kalash and begin nine days of

India recorded 13,892 student deaths by suicide in 2023, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). That works out to roughly 38 a day. The figure has risen by 72.9 per cent since 2014, and students now account for 8.1

Punam Sharma was 13 when someone pointed out her stretch marks. Until that moment, she had no idea such a thing existed. Now in her mid-20s, she still catches herself thinking about it. I think comments like these stay

World Mental Health Day 2026, observed on October 10, raises awareness about mental health challenges and the importance of accessible, supportive care. The 2026 theme, Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change, highlights the need to listen to people experiencing mental

Sarva Pitru Amavasya will be observed on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Also known as Mahalaya Amavasya or Pitru Amavasya, the day marks the conclusion of Pitru Paksha 2026, a period when Hindus remember their deceased ancestors through prayers, Shraddha and other

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

Your manager asks if you can take on one more thing. Your calendar is already full. And you hear yourself answer, Sure, no problem. For many employees, that automatic yes has become a habit. It feels safer than disappointing someone, and

The laptop is shut and dinner is done. Then the phone buzzes with a message from work, and the reply is out before the thought is finished. For many employees, that reflex has become a measure of worth. Respond fast, take

India's festive shopping season is bringing together two seemingly opposite habits: careful research and spontaneous buying. While most shoppers spend time comparing products, checking reviews and exploring brands online, many are also making unplanned purchases after discovering something appealing in a

October in 2026 may bring new opportunities, unexpected challenges and important decisions for the 12 zodiac signs. From career developments and financial planning to family matters and romantic relationships, each sign may have different priorities to navigate this month. While some

You have been thinking about the new business, the job switch or the investment for months. Then Navratri arrives, and a familiar question follows: is this the right time to begin? Shardiya Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, 11 October, and runs

Less than a year after becoming a mother, Katrina Kaif has answered the online criticism of her postpartum body with a message about self-worth. The actor spoke in London, where she arrived to celebrate one year of Kay Beauty in the

During Navratri fasting, sabudana often gets an automatic place on the healthy side of the plate. It is filling, easy to prepare and associated with several familiar vrat recipes. But a bowl of sabudana khichdi is not nutritionally the same as

The room is silent, the meeting is mid-sentence, and then your stomach lets out a long, loud growl. You ate barely an hour ago. So why is your stomach making noise when you aren't hungry? The answer has less

From Sunday, 11 October, many Hindu households will change how they cook, groom and even speak. Shardiya Navratri, the nine-day festival of Goddess Durga, begins that day and continues until Monday, 19 October, with Dussehra on Tuesday, 20 October.

The news of Nana Patekar's passing at 75 has left audiences looking back at the many characters through which the veteran actor became such a memorable part of Indian cinema. His death on Thursday marks the end of a career that

Narendra Modi marked a significant milestone on October 7, 2026, completing 25 years at the helm of a government. The journey began in Gujarat in 2001 and later took him to New Delhi, where he has served as Prime Minister since

Pradosh Vrat is observed on Trayodashi Tithi to worship Lord Shiva during the evening hours. In October 2026, the observance falls on a Thursday, giving it the name Guru Pradosh Vrat. This time, the day also coincides with Masik Shivratri, making

Masik Shivratri will be observed on October 8, 2026, giving devotees another opportunity to dedicate the night to Lord Shiva through fasting, prayer and worship. The monthly observance falls during Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi and is marked by Shiva puja, Abhishekam 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,

Language is the primary focus of most disability discussions in relation to culturally appropriate disability support. The obvious component is language, and that is important, but families who have experienced this will tell you that it is not the only component

For four hours, 30 minutes and 11 seconds, DonnaJean Wilde held the same position: forearms and toes on the floor, body in one straight line. When she finally came down, the 58-year-old grandmother from Alberta, Canada, had set the Guinness World

Navratri fasting often means changing what and when you eat, but that does not necessarily mean putting your workout routine on hold. With Navratri 2026 underway, those observing fasts may wonder whether it is safe to continue exercising and how much

Stress affects how a person functions in everyday life, including breathing, sleep, energy and emotional balance. A healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, healthy eating, enough sleep and relaxation is essential for a healthy heart. Yoga is a helpful addition to this

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A fight on Dehradun's Haridwar Bypass Road has put YouTuber Anurag Dobhal, better known as UK07 Rider, back at the centre of a family dispute that has played out in public for months. Dobhal, who rose to wider fame on Bigg

Reports of a possible plague case in Russia have sparked concern after a laboratory worker died following severe pneumonia. The situation has drawn attention because she worked at an anti-plague research institute, where dangerous pathogens are studied. As health authorities investigate

Shannon K has appeared at Coachella and played London's Royal Albert Hall. Now her name is being whispered in connection with a very different stage: the Bigg Boss house. Reports circulating on social media and entertainment platforms link the international singer

Blessed once again with the greatest gift of all. With that single line on Instagram, Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra turned weeks of online whispers into fact. Kiara Advani's second pregnancy is now official. The joint post also features their daughter

If you're scrolling through OTT platforms wondering what to watch this weekend, there's plenty coming your way. From a new Hindi thriller and South Indian films to horror, action and Hollywood blockbusters, the October 5-11 line-up has something for different moods.

Cotton may seem like a simple wardrobe staple, but the fabric in your T-shirt, kurta or bedsheet connects farmers, textile workers, manufacturers and global trade. For India, that connection is especially significant as the country remains one of the world's biggest

Navratri 2026 begins on Sunday, 11 October, which makes the colour for Day 1 orange. The nine shades then follow in a fixed order and end with peacock green on Monday, 19 October, a day before Dussehra. In Gujarat and Maharashtra,

Navratri fasting is meant to feel light. Yet vrat plates can lean heavily on the fryer: kuttu puris, aloo tikkis, sabudana vadas. The Indian Council of Medical Research's National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) estimates that 56.4 per cent of India's disease

Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India women's captain, ending a run at the helm that lasted about a decade. The 37-year-old announced on Instagram on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, that she is stepping down across all formats with immediate effect. Captaincy

Psoriasis is often described as a skin disease, but anyone who lives with it knows that the problem does not always stay on the skin. Stress, poor sleep and the constant irritation from itching can all become part of the picture.

Amitabh Bachchan took his seat before he said a word. On 5th October's episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, the 83-year-old host skipped his usual standing monologue and said he had slipped and fallen during a recent shoot, injuring his left

Cerebral palsy can affect movement, posture and coordination in very different ways from one person to another. But the challenges associated with the condition are not limited to medical care. Access to education, healthcare, employment, mobility and everyday social participation can

Navratri fasting often means reaching for the same familiar foods, but eating the same few dishes for nine days can quickly get repetitive. This year, instead of sticking to the usual fasting staples, you can give your vrat menu a little

Fasting should not mean spending hours at the stove. Navratri begins on Sunday, 11 October, and runs for nine days, and many people will juggle offices, school runs and evening aartis alongside the vrat. These Navratri recipes for 2026 keep the

Festive dressing is finding new ways to balance tradition with modern sensibilities. While Indian textiles remain central to occasion wear, the focus is increasingly shifting towards handwoven fabrics, nuanced colours and silhouettes that feel easier to wear. Kasturi Kundal's festive edit

There is something quietly wonderful about the first sign of winter, the crisp air, the early dark, and scarves pulled out of the closet again. Hair, though, feels this season differently than we do. Strands that felt soft and pliant through

What if you could give ChatGPT a task and simply walk away? No constant follow-ups, no reminding it what to do next, and no sitting around waiting for each step. That is the idea behind ChatGPT Dots, OpenAI's new AI agents

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

Mohsin Khan has begun a new chapter. The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor has married Tamanna in a private ceremony, a little over a month after announcing their engagement in August. He shared a wedding picture on Instagram with a

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.

Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, known for pushing the boundaries of Indian cinema with films such as 'Pushpaka Vimanam' and 'Aditya 369', passed away in Chennai on October 3. He was 95. The filmmaker had been undergoing treatment at Kauvery Hospital

For many families, Tuesday, 6 October will begin before dawn with a bath, a vow before Lord Vishnu and an empty plate. Indira Ekadashi 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, 6 October, during the month of Ashwin.

Avinash Mishra could not hold back his tears as host Rohit Shetty handed him the trophy. The actor became teary-eyed while accepting it, after months of gruelling, high-risk stunts. The KKK 15 prize, as it turns out, is only part of