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From BSF jawans bursting crackers in Jaisalmer to lakhs of diyas lighting up Ayodhya’s Deepotsav ghats, India celebrated Diwali with fervour; girls lit lamps in Prayagraj, and markets glowed in Delhi’s South Extension.

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PM Narendra Modi has celebrated Diwali with the armed forces for 13 consecutive years since taking office in 2014. The tradition, which dates back to his personal association with security personnel over three decades ago, continued in 2026 with celebrations in Chhattisgarh's Bastar.

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 Agatha Christie wrote some of the most iconic mystery thrillers. She is known for her 66 mystery novels and 14 short stories.

Here are the top 7 books by Agatha Christie according to Reader's Digest.

The story follows the arrival of 10 strangers who landed on an island invited by a mysterious host. The plot takes a twist when the host is absent,  and one of the guests dies mysteriously.


This novel is the most iconic story by the author, on a detective trying to solve a gruesome murder in a train. The story has been adapted for the screen twice: in 1975 and 2017.


The first book to feature Christie's famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. In this work, Poirot had recently shifted to London and his neighbour was murdered. He tries to solve the mystery.


Multiple people confess to a murder because the victim was so detestable that several people wished him dead. The plot follows a feisty detective who then tries to solve the case by dissecting the personal relationships of the suspects.

A stand-alone mystery without any famous characters, this book is the author’s favourite. The story follows a wealthy businessman found dead in his mansion. Many say his wife is the culprit, without any proof.  The book was turned into a movie in 2017.

The book is the first Marple story by the author. A local newspaper warns of a murder that will be committed in the near future. The plot twist is, all the detectives start their investigation before the crime is committed.

The book follows a story of two exes stuck on the Nile River cruise which leads to the murder of one.  Hercule Poirot, the Belgian detective, steps in to solve the mystery. The story was adapted into a movie in the year 1978.


7 Must-Read Books by Agatha Christie

Since Chandrayaan-3 was launched, space enthusiasts around the world are awaiting the landing of India's lunar mission on the Moon. How will planets in the solar system look, from the perspective of Chandrayaan-3? Here are the pics, as imagined by AI. 

Artificial Intelligence has created these stunning photos, imagining earth as seen from the lunar surface.


Venus is often referred to as Earth's twin because of its similar size to Earth. But Venus revolves very slowly around the Sun. One day on Venus is equal to 243 Earth days.


This is how Earth will look from Chandrayaan-3. Earth is the fifth largest planet in the Solar System, and the only one that has life. 


Mars is one of the most explored planets of the solar system. It has extinct volcanoes, polar ice caps, and canyons. It is the only planet where rovers sent from Earth are roaming to explore the alien landscape. 


Jupiter is a gas giant and is the largest planet in the solar system. It rotates around once every 11 hours and takes 12 Earth years to complete one orbit around the sun.


It is the second largest planet in our solar system and has beautiful rings around it. These beautiful rings add to the uniqueness of the planet. 


Uranus is a huge ice giant and has the third-largest diameter in the solar system. Uranus takes around 84 Earth years to complete an orbit of the Sun.


Neptune is the farthest planet in the solar system. It takes 16 hours to rotate and 165 Earth years to complete an orbit around the sun.


AI imagines how solar system planets will look from Chandrayaan-3

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8 Carnivorous Plants That Feed On Insects

The plant is known to digest frogs very easily, leaving only the skin on the animal's feet.

As soon as the tiny hairs of the Venus Flytrap's leaves are brushed twice by an unsuspecting bug, they snap shut.

This is a meat-eating plant and its leaves are filled with rainwater. The bugs fly inside the plant but do not fly out.

Bugs are confused by the translucent windows in the leaves of the plant. They tend to believe they are escaping, but actually, they fly deeper inside.


The bristles of Butterwort have gluey hair which snag insects till the digestive juices of the plant do their work.

The plant preys on insects as well as small animals for extra nutrition. It is called a "monkey cup" because the leaves of the plant are used as cups by monkeys for drinking water.

The plant attracts thirsty bugs through what appears to them as raindrops. However, the “water” is actually a glue-like substance which traps insects.

The plants survive in the water and can trap tiny aquatic animals in cup-shaped leaves.

7 Times Aliens & UFOs Were Allegedly Sighted In India

A video of a strange humanoid figure was captured walking on the streets of Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh in 2021. The video soon went viral.

A black circle was spotted by the residents of Delhi in the sky in March 2022. It appeared like a perfect black circle and was uniform in size, thickness, and diameter.

Locals living in Kongka La Pass, which is near the India-China border in Ladakh, have reported seeing flying saucers and other unidentified flying objects in the area many times over the years.

A pilot in 2014 claimed to have seen a green and white UFO flying at a height of almost 26,000 feet near Pune.



6. Chennai spots strange orange lights in sky

Locals claimed to have seen five specks of bright orange light move in the sky of Chennai from south to north in 2013, as per a report in The Hindu.

7. Mysterious light lit Kolkata skies for three minutes

A bright mysterious light suddenly lit the sky of Kolkata for three minutes in December 2022 before it disappeared into thin air.

Succulents are considered the fish of the plant world which need the least maintenance. These little desert plants love the sun and are quite content to be left on their own. 


The most-seasoned plant killers will fail to kill a cactus which is highly low-maintenance. They remain happy in pots, survive in drought and enjoy the sun. 



They are a magical and beautiful variety of plants which do not need water or soil to grow. These plants can just be hung in the air using a thread and can survive easily. 


4. Zz plant (a.k.a. Zamioculcas Zamifolia) Cool name! 

This plant with such a cool name is an easy maintenance that doesn’t need much of your attention. Place it next to your window and let it receive little indirect light. It doesn’t even need daily watering. 




This plant needs complete sun to grow properly. It should be watered sparingly and overwatering needs to be avoided to avoid root rot. 

The snake plant is called the perfect house plant. The plant survives drought and low light and filters the air in your home. NASA claims that the plant is capable of removing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from the air. 


The last but the best among the bunch of hardy plants. Rubber plants need to be kept moderately moist and provided with bright light. These plants live on for years without much hassle. 

7 Plants Which Are Hard To Kill 

Nature Conservation Day: 7 Indian National Parks Offering Jungle Safari

Visitors swarm the Jim Corbett National Park to witness the tiger in its majestic beauty. It is also home to some rare mammals, reptiles, and birds.

The Ranthambore Tiger Reserve offers one of the best wildlife safari experiences. It lets you witness the tigers, sambar deer, jackals, and leopards.

Gir National Park is the land of lions, crocodiles, hyenas, and leopards. It also has incredible flora. The Asiatic Lions are a spectacular sight to watch.

Kanha National Park is one of the largest national parks in Madhya Pradesh. It played an important role in saving the ‘Barasingha’ from extinction. 

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh 


Bandhavgarh has the highest density of Royal Bengal tigers. Tourists are also fascinated by animals like cheetal, nilgais, Indian bison, chinkara, jackals, and wild boars.

A safari through Pench lets you witness incredible wildlife, including nilgai, cheetal, sambhar deer, and Gaur (Indian Bison). It also has four species of endangered vultures.

Sunderbans Wildlife Sanctuary, West Bengal 

The Sunderbans offer one of the most thrilling safaris in India. You can witness the tiger, rhesus monkey, and cheetal deer here. 


World Nature Conservation Day is observed every year on July 28 to raise awareness about the importance of the natural environment.

8 Countries Having Highest Anti-China Sentiment 

A latest Pew Research survey showed that around 87 per cent of respondents in Australia expressed negative views about China, the highest in the world. Two nations engaged in an intense trade war during PM Scott Morrison's tenure. 


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Sweden is the most anti-China nation in Europe, where 85 per cent of respondents expressed unfavourable views towards China. The relations between the two nations nosedived in 2018 and never recovered thereafter.

In the US, 83 per cent of respondents see China as an adversary. The country is at loggerheads with China over a slew of issues, including trade, geopolitics and security. The relations between US and China got strained under Donald Trump administration. 

Canada is a nation with the fourth highest anti-China sentiments in the world. About 79 per cent of Canadians see China as a hostile nation. Canada has often accused China of meddling in its political affairs and jeopardising the country’s security environment. 

With 77 per cent of respondents showing anti-China views, South Koreans are ranked sixth in the world in terms of having the most anti-China views. The relations have soured due to cultural as well as geopolitical tensions stemming from China’s tacit support to North Korea. 


In the Netherlands, 77 per cent of respondents express negative views about China. The country has found itself caught in the crossfire of China-US tensions. 



While the German government has tried walking a fine line between US and China, the Germans have clearly turned anti-China over the past few years. In 2019, only 56 per cent of respondents would see China negatively, but the number shot up to 76 in 2023.

China has emerged as a global villain since 2019, and the latest Pew Research survey corroborates the same.

One of the most recommended books, this classic by Paulo Coelho is a fantasy novel with a simple narration. The author takes us through the whole journey of a shepherd to find the treasure. 

This classic novel by JD Salinger from the 1950s is about a teenager in New York City. The book captures the deep human need for connection and the sense of loss felt in childhood. 

One of the most famous books by Haruki Murakami, published in 1987, it is the story of a young college student who falls in love with a beautiful and introspective woman. It later explores how their relationship gets affected by their friend’s death and how their life changes

Published in 1960, this southern gothic novel by Harper Lee takes us to the root of human behaviour, innocence, kindness and cruelty. 

One of the most beautifully written novels in literature. The book written by Arundhati Roy revolves around the story of two brothers and their monotonous life which changes after their English cousin visits them, the uncertainty of life and the colours it brings to their lives. 

A very heart-touching story by Anne Frank is a diary of a 13-year-old Jewish girl hiding in a house in the 1940s during the Nazi occupation. While she spent two years hiding in the house even in such a devastating situation, Anne still found hope and joy. 

Written by Khaled Hosseini, the novel is based in Afghanistan and takes us through the timeline of the fall of the country’s monarchy by the Soviet Union and the evacuation of refugees in Pakistan and the United States. The book also mentions the rise of the Taliban. 

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One Piece Characters in Real Life, Courtesy AI

AI imagines One Piece characters in real life. See images here. (Source: the_ai_dreams_) 

Monkey D Luffy is the adored main character of the anime series. He is on a quest to become the next pirate king.

Nami is the navigator in the Straw Hat Pirates crew. She is a loving and affectionate character with excellent skills of a pirate.

The Straw Heart Pirates’ chef, Sanji, is also the second-in-command to Zoro. He’s a versatile character with great combat skills.

Usopp is the sniper of the Straw Hat Pirates. He is a hilarious guy who puts a smile on the faces of his followers.

Nico is the archaeologist of the Straw Hat Pirates. Although her life is full of tragedy, she is one of the kindest and humblest characters.

Roronoa Zoro is the swordsman of the Straw Hat Pirates. The ex-bounty hunter’s goal is to become the greatest swordsman in the world.

Boa Hancock is the captain of the Kuja Pirate. She is the only female sea warlord. 


Blackbeard (Marshall D Teach) is the admiral of the Blackbeard Pirates. He has two devastating devil fruit abilities in the palm of his hand.

Shanks has a fierce attitude. He inspired Luffy to begin his pirate escapades. Despite less screen time, he is one of the most popular characters in the series.

Trafalgar Law, known as the surgeon of death, is the Heart Pirates’ captain and one of the greatest characters in the anime series.

AI imagines One Piece characters in real life. See images here. (Source: the_ai_dreams_)

Draco Malfoy looks like a sweetheart in a pink suit. 

Daniel Radcliffe isn’t a bad alternate for Ken.

Ron Weasley should’ve worn this prom, as he looks stunning in the pink suit.

Yes, Hagrid is sweet. But Hagrid in a pink suit is way too adorable. 


Let’s all agree that Dumbledore just slayed it.

Nobody thought Snape could look so non-threatening and graceful in Barbie’s signature pink.

When it comes to elegance and style, Professor McGonagall has no match. 

In the Barbie universe, Voldemort not only looks stunning, but he also has a nose!

Ever wondered what would Harry Potter characters look like if they were in the Barbie movie? Here are the AI-generated images of Harry Potter & Co.

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Common Illnesses During Monsoon You Must Be Aware Of 


All of these illnesses can be avoided by maintaining personal and community hygiene 


Conjunctivitis cases are reported each year during monsoon season. 


Monsoon brings rain spells, following which symptoms like running nose, sneezing, coughing, and throat irritation are quite common along with occasional low-grade fever. 


Viral fever is a common monsoon illness that often accompanies a cold and cough during the rainy season. 

A contaminated water supply during monsoon may result in stomach infections. 


The ones with weak immunity are more vulnerable to skin allergies and infections during the monsoon.

Inauguration Of Mesmerising ITPO Complex By PM Modi 

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex in the national capital on Wednesday and unveiled its new name — Bharat Mandapam. 

In the early morning hours of August 8, the Moon and Jupiter will appear just 2°39′ apart, and you can easily hop between them with your eyes.


The revamped IECC complex at Pragati Maidan was developed as a national project at a cost of about Rs 2,700 crore and covers an area of approximately 123 acres. 

The Prime Minister’s vision of having world-class infrastructure for hosting meetings, conferences and exhibitions in the country led to the conceptualisation of the IECC at Pragati Maidan. 

Artists performed at the inauguration of the redeveloped IECC complex at Pragati Maidan. The inaugural ceremony was followed by fireworks at the venue. 

Prime Minister also interacted with the workers who were involved in the construction of the complex and felicitated them.

Inauguration Of Mesmerising ITPO Complex By PM Modi

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards:
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Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards:
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Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards:
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Cumin needs a growing season of 3 to 4 months. Once the white-pink flowers finish blooming, the plant forms brown seeds, harvested in autumn by hand.

For best results, one must sow fennel seeds directly in the soil. A sunny environment and moderately fertile soil are ideal for the plant's growth.

Fenugreek requires compost-amended and well-drained soil. The plants are about two feet tall, and seedpods are harvested in early autumn by hand.

Mustard is a cool-season crop, ideally grown in moist soil. Mustard seeds are ready for harvest when seed pods have dried and turned pale brown.

Ginger can be grown using ginger rhizomes sown in rich, loamy, and well-drained soil. The plants grow around four feet tall, and many roots appear above the ground.

Turmeric takes around seven to ten months from planting to harvesting. It is grown from rhizomes, planted by cutting into two or three buds on each section.

Black pepper needs rich soil, amended with compost or cow dung. The seeds are sown lightly 0.25 inches below the surface and about 3 inches apart.


Most of us grow curry leaves and coriander plants at our home. However, there are some other kitchen spices you can grow at home easily.

7 Spices You Can Grow At Home

Kaguya Otsutsuki is a celestial being. She existed before the hidden villages. She can travel through space, hypnotise people, wipe memories, read minds, control the environment, and emit deadly beams from her eyes.

Lucy, the lead female character, broke out of a scientific facility and now has psychokinetic abilities. She has self-healing and telepathic powers.

Dragon Ball's first female Saiyans from Universe 6 are one of the strongest duos in anime. They fused to become Kelfa, one of the mightiest beings in the Dragon Ball canon.

Setsuno's experience makes her one of the Gourment Living Legends. She is also a savvy businessperson. But that does not keep her from getting her hands dirty and hunting high-level beasts.

Nezuko, a regular girl transformed into a demon, is one of the strongest characters in Demon Slayer. She has incredible power and strength.

Android 18, a robotic fighter, has brute strength. She can fly and perform a large array of energy-based attacks. She also has an endless supply of energy and limitless stamina.

 On the occasion of Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti, people worldwide honour the legacy of the eminent social reformer and architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Here are 6 quotes from Dr. Ambedkar that continue to inspire generations.

Boa Hancock, the snake princess of Amazon Lily, uses people's feelings of desire to turn them into stone. She is also one of the Seven Warlords and Captain of the Kuja Pirates.


Yoruichi is an expert in hand-to-hand combat and is best known for her speed. Also known as Flash Goddess, Shihouin is one of the strongest characters in Bleach and a big part of the Soul Society.

Tatsumaki, also known as the Tornado of Terror, is one of the most powerful S-Class Rank Two heroes in the Hero's Association roster. She can create psychic barriers, inflict horrible pain on opponents without touching them, and telekinetically pick up things and throw them.

Here's a list of the strongest anime women who can give anime's toughest men a run for their money.

Top 10 Strongest Female Anime Characters

The Big Bang Theory: 5 Life Lessons to Learn from Sheldon Cooper

Being notoriously obsessed with safety, Sheldon was always ready for any kind of situation. The safety measures included safety kits and quarterly drills with his roommate Leonard, showing no one knows what's coming and it's best to be prepared for the worst.

Sheldon is someone who hates change and doesn't like to compromise. However, later on, he learns to make adjustments and change his ways to make things easy for his friends.

Friendship is one of life's greatest joys. Penny and Sheldon, two completely different people, shared a strong and enduring bond, showing how we can learn to accept and embrace each other's peculiarities.

One thing that Sheldon was always convinced of was winning the Nobel Prize. Though most people doubted him, he remained unbothered, worked hard, and never gave up on his passion until he actually achieved his goal.

By dedicating his Nobel Prize to his loved ones, Sheldon clearly showed that life isn't just about us, but the people around us matter more than anything else.

Here are 5 valuable lessons we must learn from Sheldon Lee Cooper

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Australian Cricketer Glenn Maxwell, Wife Celebrate Tamil Baby Shower

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and wife Vini Raman celebrated their baby shower in a traditional Tamil ceremony.

Vini shared a glimpse of the ceremony on her official Instagram handle with the caption, “Blessing baby Maxwell the traditional way.”

Fans loved the pictures and showered blessings on the couple in the comments section.

Maxwell and Vini got married in March 2022 in an intimate ceremony. 

They celebrated Valaikaapu, a Tamil baby shower that honours the mother’s fertility and prepares her for a safe birth. 

They are eagerly waiting for the arrival of their child in September 2023. 

Vini looked stunning in her traditional Indian attire. Maxwell was also equally excited about the ceremony. 

7 Must-Read Books Based on Indian Mythology

The Palace of Illusions, by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni 

The book narrates the timeless Indian epic, Mahabharata, from Draupadi’s perspective. It unfolds her journey, from her birth to the battle at Kurukshetra.

The epic saga weaves together mythology, fantasy, and adventure. It presents an engaging reimagining of Lord Shiva’s tale. 

The book is a compelling retelling of the Ramayana, focusing on a lesser-known character, Surpanakha, the infamous sister of Ravana.

Asura: Tale of the Vanquished, by Anand Neelakantan 

The 45-minute short film is an engaging supernatural love story between a girl, Hotaru, who got lost in the enchanted forest, and Gin, a boy who will disappear if a human touches him.

The Pregnant King, by Devdutt Pattanaik 

It is a thought-provoking book on gender, identity, and mythology. It revolves around the story of Yuvanasha, a king who becomes pregnant.

Namaha - Stories from the Land of Gods and Goddesses, by Abhishek Singh 

The book fuses ancient mythology with a contemporary narrative. It ponders on the deeper meanings of existence and humanity. 

Indian mythology has the most captivating stories that offer profound wisdom about life and culture. Here are some books based on Indian mythology.

In 2022, Gallup curated a list of 18 professions rated by over 1,000 U.S. adults on their opinions of the honesty and ethics of the people in those professions. 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
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High: 4% 
Average: 33% 
Low: 34% 
Very low: 25% 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
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High: 7% 
Average: 28% 
Low: 37% 
Very low: 25% 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
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Average: 44% 
Low: 31% 
Very low: 13% 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
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Average: 48% 
Low: 25% 
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Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
Very high: 2% 
High: 13% 
Average: 42% 
Low: 31% 
Very low: 10% 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
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High: 18% 
Average: 50% 
Low: 19% 
Very low: 9% 

Public opinion of honesty and ethical standards: 
Very high: 3% 
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Average: 35% 
Low: 24% 
Very low: 18% 

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AI has imagined what Washington, DC might look like in the year 2050.

The AI images show Washington, DC as a futuristic city in the year 2050.


There are some high-end pieces of architecture on display.

You can spot what looks like spaceships, and flying vehicles hovering over the Capitol building.

The images look unreal and out of this world.

The bridges and waterways add to the charm of the city.

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