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Most Hindu festivals build toward daybreak. Janmashtami builds toward midnight. Households fast all day, temples fill with bhajans that stretch for hours, and nobody touches the sweets until the clock strikes twelve. It's one of the few major festivals where the

For generations, buying jewellery in Kerala has been more than a commercial transaction. It has been connected to weddings, festivals, milestones and family traditions. A jewellery store was once primarily a physical destination: customers walked in, explored collections, spoke to sales

Tara Sutaria recently revealed that she has a maths-related learning disability called dyscalculia. Speaking about financial literacy, she explained that while she tries to understand banking, paperwork and financial matters, she frequently makes mistakes when it comes to calculations. The actor

Every year, sometime around late August or September, homes across India begin clearing out a corner. A red cloth goes down. Marigolds get strung along doorframes. And then, on one carefully chosen morning, Ganesha comes home. In 2026, that morning falls

Feeling feverish with cough, body ache and fatigue? You may be asking yourself: Is it flu, COVID-19 or just another viral infection? The thing is, these illnesses can look a lot alike early on. In Bengaluru, where respiratory infections

Rajkummar Rao is celebrating his 42nd birthday today, August 31, 2026, and the actor has plenty to look forward to beyond his milestone year. From his early breakthrough in

For months, he stood a step behind President Droupadi Murmu; holding an umbrella over her in the rain, offering a handkerchief during an emotional moment, never once breaking bearing. That quiet presence made Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal, the President's Aide-de-Camp, one

Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Devotees observe a vrat on Sankashti Chaturthi with the belief that worshipping Ganesha can help overcome obstacles and bring peace and prosperity. In 2026, Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 will

Kajari Teej is one of the traditional Teej festivals celebrated during the monsoon season, particularly across parts of North and Central India. Observed with prayers, fasting, folk songs and festive rituals, the festival is closely associated with Lord Shiva and Goddess

Food does more than fill you up between meetings, errands and everything else on your schedule. What you eat can provide the nutrients your brain needs to make and regulate neurotransmitters linked to mood, motivation, sleep and social connection. But the

The way a home feels can often be influenced by how its spaces are arranged, organised and maintained. In Vastu Shastra, different directions are traditionally associated with specific energies, and the placement of certain objects is believed to influence the overall

IAS officer Divya Mittal has announced her resignation from the Indian Administrative Service after 13 years, bringing an end to a career that took her from IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore to London's financial sector and eventually to some of Uttar

Raksha Bandhan 2026 brought Bollywood families together for a day of rakhis, celebrations and plenty of festive dressing. From Ananya Panday to Soha Ali Khan, each actress brought their own festive style to the celebrations. Their choices ranged from breezy and

Somewhere in the world today, a family is still waiting by the door. Not for a phone call. For an answer. Enforced disappearance does that; it doesn't end a life on record, it simply erases the certainty of one, leaving relatives

A cheque that needs to clear before the weekend. A locker visit that keeps slipping to ext week. Then next week turns out to carry three separate holidays in a row. September is a genuinely crowded month on the Indian banking

Hrehaan Roshan spent his childhood watching his father command a film set. On 28 August, the 20-year-old picked up a guitar instead of a script, and released his first song. The track, titled This Heavenly Place, marks Hrehaan's debut

National Sports Day 2026 will be observed on August 29, marking the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. While the day pays tribute to one of India's greatest sporting icons, its significance today extends to encouraging fitness, sporting participation

If you spend several hours standing each day, you may notice heavy legs, swelling around the ankles, night cramps or a burning sensation by the evening. It's tempting to write this off as tiredness after a long day. When the symptoms

The Chandra Grahan 2026 will occur on August 28, with the partial lunar eclipse beginning at 8:04 AM IST, reaching its peak at 9:43 AM, and ending at 11:21 AM. The eclipse will be a deep partial lunar eclipse, with almost

Gayatri Jayanti is a spiritually significant Hindu observance dedicated to Goddess Gayatri, revered as Ved Mata, or the Mother of the Vedas. The day is closely associated with the sacred Gayatri Mantra, which is traditionally recited as a prayer for wisdom,

As August 2026 comes to an end, Shravana Purnima marks one of the most spiritually significant full moon days in the Hindu calendar. Falling on Friday, August 28, 2026, the sacred Purnima concludes the month of Shravana and is traditionally associated

At 9.48 am on 28 August 2026, the auspicious window for tying a rakhi closes across most of India. What that really means for millions of families is far simpler: sisters will fast until the thread is on their brother's wrist,

September 2026 is just around the corner, and the month brings with it a packed spiritual calendar filled with major Hindu festivals, vrat days, deity-related jayantis, Jain observances and important religious periods. From Krishna Janmashtami to the beginning of Pitru Paksha,

Raksha Bandhan falls on Friday, 28 August this year, and with it comes the same annual scramble: chocolates, clothes, jewellery, or one more gift card that will sit unused. For a festival built entirely on the bond between siblings, the gift

September 2026 is packed with significant national and international observances that highlight faith, education, health, human rights and environmental awareness. From India's Ganesh Chaturthi and Teachers' Day to global campaigns such as International Literacy Day and World Heart Day, the month

Raksha Bandhan celebrates the special bond between siblings, with every element of the festival carrying its own significance. From traditional rituals to thoughtful gifting, colour can add another layer of meaning to the occasion. This Raksha Bandhan 2026, choosing a Rakhi

Somewhere over the Americas on the night of August 27, the Moon will slide almost entirely into Earth's shadow, turning a deep rust orange as nearly 96 percent of its face disappears into darkness. It happens to be the same date

Long before everyday life became the subject of countless stories, Hrishikesh Mukherjee was finding cinema in the most familiar places - homes, offices, friendships, marriages and families. His films made audiences laugh at situations they recognised, care about characters who felt

Ladakh is in the middle of its busiest season in years. Between January and July 2026, the high-altitude Himalayan region welcomed over 3.3 lakh tourists, already 98 per cent of its entire 2025 footfall, achieved in just seven months. Lieutenant Governor

Every August, the same debate lights up family group chats: is Raksha Bandhan on the 27th this year, or the 28th? In 2026, the confusion is louder than usual because the Purnima Tithi begins on 27 August and extends into the

Choosing between astrology apps usually comes down to three things: how reliable the chart math is, how trustworthy the person on the other end of the chat is, and whether the app itself gets out of your way. With

Ankit Baliyan had just finished his evening gym session in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, when he walked towards his car on Wednesday. He never reached it. Three to four assailants opened fire, letting off nearly 20 rounds in under two minutes, and

Hayagriva Jayanti 2026 will be observed on Thursday, August 27, marking an important occasion dedicated to Lord Hayagriva, the horse-headed form of Lord Vishnu. Revered in Vaishnava traditions as a deity associated with knowledge, wisdom and learning, Lord Hayagriva is particularly

At ISKCON temples in Vrindavan and Bengaluru this year, priests are already mapping out a midnight abhishek for Bal Gopal, the infant form of Lord Krishna, timed to the exact minute he is believed to have been born. That minute matters

Aruna Irani arrived at the Oshiwara crematorium on Wednesday morning looking nothing like the composed veteran Bollywood has watched for over six decades. Dressed in white, she was seen breaking down as she stepped out of her car, the grief visible

For years, sugar cravings have been filed under a single, unforgiving explanation: a lack of willpower. That story is getting harder to hold onto. A growing body of research shows that appetite has as much to do with the gut as

Raksha Bandhan afternoons in most Indian homes follow a familiar rhythm - the rakhi goes on, a sweet goes in, and everyone eventually drifts towards the kitchen for something more. This year, five chefs are rethinking what that something could be,

Months before Bigg Boss 20 has even aired an episode, the show has already handed its first big decision to the public. Rhiya Ahir, the 27-year-old model best known for standing in front of a police van during Mumbai's student protests,

The announcement did not come from a publicist. It came from a man who had spent more than twenty years standing quietly behind her. Bryan Seaver, Parton's nephew and her head of security in a role his father held before him,

Onam 2026 is here, and so are the pookkalams, festive outfits, family gatherings and, of course, the much-awaited sadya. But beyond the celebrations, Onam is also about reconnecting with loved ones and sharing a little happiness with the people who matter.

Thiruvonam 2026 falls on August 26, bringing with it one of the most anticipated parts of Onam celebrations - the grand Onam Sadhya. For many, Onam is incomplete without sitting down with family and friends for a traditional feast, whether it

Mohsin Khan has taken a major step in his personal life. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' star is engaged to his longtime partner Tamanna, making their relationship public with a series of pictures from their intimate celebration. Mohsin also shared

Wearing a hearing aid for the first time can feel unfamiliar, even when you are excited about hearing. Everyday sounds may seem sharper, your voice may sound different, and the device may take time to feel comfortable. Knowing what to expect

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, August 25, during Shravana Shukla Trayodashi. Since the Pradosh falls on Tuesday, it is known as Bhaum Pradosh or Bhauma Pradosh. The observance is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is centred on

Aanchal's brother lives four hours away by train. Most years, she takes the morning journey to see him. This year, with work deadlines stacking up on both ends, that trip isn't happening. So on 28 August, she'll be tying his rakhi

Sixty, today, can look like a full calendar: a demanding career, travel plans, a gym membership, a life still very much in motion. India's own numbers back this up: the country's population aged 60 and above is projected to touch roughly

Aasha Singh Jaiswal spent decades doing something almost nobody else in her field was doing: throwing her voice into someone else's, and making audiences believe it. She died in Mumbai on 22 August, at around 7:30 pm, at the age of

A founder finalises a commercial property, signs the lease, briefs the interior designer, and only then, weeks or months in, thinks to call a Vastu consultant. By then, the entrance has already been decided. The shape of the plot cannot be

On Sunday evening in Jaipur, a 19-year-old law student from Mavelikkara, Kerala, walked onto a stage as one of 52 finalists and walked off it wearing the Miss Universe India crown. Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at

Ravindra Jadeja handed over the India Test cap himself. Saransh Jain, 33, stood in the team huddle at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on August 23, making his international debut nearly 12 years after he first secured a first-class contract