Following Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement after a remarkable 23-year career with Portugal, here's a look at five records that highlight his legendary journey.

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As Sai Pallavi draws attention for taking on the role of Sita in Ramayana Part 1, revisit five memorable performances of the actress that showcase her acting range and versatility.

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From his charming character named Raj in Saawariya to the intense Ranvijay in Animal, revisit seven memorable roles that highlight Ranbir Kapoor's versatility and transformation as he steps into the shoes of Lord Rama in Ramayana.

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As Virat Kohli celebrates his 38th birthday on Nov 5, here's a look at five remarkable records from his career, including 55 ODI centuries, 15,000 ODI runs and his record as India's most successful Test captain.

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As excitement builds for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, revisit the films, TV shows, and animated adaptations that introduced generations to Lord Ram and his timeless journey - from his exile to his epic battle with the demon king Ravana and later claiming his throne in Ayodhya.

Ahead of Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana, revisit the most memorable Ramayana adaptations on screen

Indian Airlines That Reported Highest Number of Technical Snags

 IndiGo airlines reported a record 206 technical snags in 2023 till July as per a statement by India's Ministry of Civil Aviation. IndiGo operates the largest fleet of over 300 aircraft and over 1,800 daily flights.


 Both A and B fleets of Air India reported technical snags 49 times in 2023 till July. 
The Tata-owned airline operates 119 aircraft, less than half of IndiGo.


 Go First, founded as GoAir, is a temporarily-ceased Indian ultra-low-cost airline based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It ceased operations in May but reported 22 snags till then. It operates just 53 aircraft.


Spice Jet, which operated 88 aircraft by the end of last year, reported 21 snags till July 2023. Last year, the company reported a total of 143 snags.

The company reported just 18 technical snags till July 2023. However, the fleet size of the airline is also significantly smaller than others. It operates only 20 aircraft.

With a fleet of 60 aircraft and more than 270 flights a day, Vistara reported just 10 snags till July this year.

India's Ministry of Civil Aviation has released a list of airlines reporting the most number of technical snags in 2023.

6 Mind-blowing Pictures of International Borders as Seen from Space

The Pakistan-India border can be easily seen from space, thanks to the 3,323-kilometre-long (2,065 miles) security lights all along the border.

North Korea appears almost fully blacked out in this night image of the Korean Peninsula taken by the Expedition 38 crew aboard the ISS in February 2014.

In this Nov. 2011 image taken from the ISS by the Expedition 29 crew, a visible line marks about 30 miles of the border between Egypt and Israel. A road separates the two countries.

In this 2002 satellite image, the Dominican Republic on the right appears far greener. This is the result of deforestation in Haiti.

The image captured by NASA shows northwestern China near the city of Qoqek and the far eastern part of Kazakhstan near Lake Balqash.

This October 2014 image taken from the ISS shows US and Mexico separated by both the Rio Grande and a wall.

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Aditya-L1: What You Should Know about India's Solar Mission

Aditya-L1 will be the first space-based observatory-class Indian solar mission to study the Sun.

The spacecraft will be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, which is about 1.5 million km from Earth. The mission got its name from this Lagrangian point 1.

The mission is scheduled to be launched on September 2 at 11:50 am aboard a PSLV-C57. 

The mission aims to unravel the dynamics and origins of coronal mass ejections, significantly contributing to our understanding of the Sun's behaviour and its influence on Earth's environment.

Aditya-L1 consists of a total of seven payloads on-board with four of them carrying out remote sensing of the Sun and three of them carrying in-situ observations.

Is Aditya-L1 a complete mission to study the Sun?

The answer is no. Due to the limited mass, power and volume of the spacecraft that carries the payloads, only a limited set of instruments can be sent on-board to study the Sun.

As per ISRO, by studying the Sun we can learn much more about the stars in our Milky Way as well as about stars in various other galaxies. 


For many people, a pen is something from which ink flows, usually bought cheap. Generally we don’t think much about pens but many collectors and aficionados think differently. Here is a list of several luxury pens around the globe.

7. Prince Rainier III Limited Edition 81


Prince Rainier III was designed by Montblanc in the year 2005. The pen made its appearance in 2007 at a charity function in Monte Carlo and was sold for $256,000.


This luxury piece was created by Montblanc, Van Cleef and Arpels. This pen was created with 30 carats of gems and was sold for $730,000.

Jewelery designer Anita Tan made just eight pieces of this pen. The pen is adorned with 1,888 diamonds which weigh around 48 carats. The pen was valued at $1 million.

4. The 1010 Diamonds Limited Edition Fountain Pen

 Caran d’Ache, a Swiss manufacturer, designed this pen with more than 850 diamonds. 
This luxury pen was designed to pay tribute to watch dials.

It is one of the most exclusive pens, made once per year. The pen is designed with 30 carats of diamonds and has a value of about $1.28 million.

This luxury pen is designed by Montblanc. It is designed with 18-carat white gold and 1,400 diamonds. It is the second-most-expensive pen and costs about $1.5 million.

Created by Tibaldi, the pen is titled as the most expensive pen in the world. It is adorned with 945 black diamonds and 123 rubies. The pen was sold for $8 million in 2010.

7 Most Expensive Pens in the World

World Nagasaki Day | 7 Facts About Nagasaki Bombing You Must Know

The bomb that devastated Nagasaki on 9 August 1945 was called 'Fat Man'.


Compared to 'Little Boy', the bomb dropped on Hiroshima, the 'Fat Man' was a bigger, more complex design that was plutonium-based.

The codenames 'Fat Man' and 'Little Boy' were inspired by John Huston's 1941 film The Maltese Falcon.

The US's initial hit list, as per History Hit, had five cities: Kokura, Hiroshima, Yokohama, Niigata and Kyoto. However, Kyoto was spared because the then-US Secretary of War, Henry Stimson was fond of the ancient Japanese capital.

Before the devastating bombs, US Air Force dropped pamphlets in Japan. While these didn't specifically warn of an impending nuclear attack on the two cities, they promised "prompt and utter destruction," urging civilians to flee.

The Nagasaki bombing caused the death of some 60,000-80,000 people or around 20% of the population. Meanwhile, an estimated 90,000-166,000 people died in the Hiroshima bombing (6 August 1945).

The Fat Man obliterated around 23% of Nagasaki's buildings and 70% of its industrial zone.

Here are some facts about the Nagasaki bombing you must know.

International Cats Day: Why Cats Actually Make a Good Pet

It's a common misconception that cats are not affectionate, but talk to a cat owner, and they'll tell you that these felines actually love to cuddle and give you headbutts out of love.


Anyone who has a dog as a pet knows they need constant attention. Cats on the other hand are very self-sufficient and only need you to feed them on time.


Walking dogs is a must and if you miss walk-time, there can be accidents. Cats once used to their litter boxes will never poop or pee outside.


The frequency of cat purring has been shown to fall between 25 and 140 Hz, which has been shown to aid in the healing of broken bones, joint and tendon repair, and wound healing.

Studies have proven that they're great for your cardiovascular health, and can help lower stress and anxiety. An added bonus is, children exposed to cats from a young age generally have a stronger immune system, hence less allergies.

Cats are quiet creatures, they mostly only meow when they’re hungry. Being woken from a nap because they need attention or need to go out to pee is something you won't have to worry about.


Everyone knows cats are fantastic at hunting rodents like rats. What you might not know is that they're also natural insect killers.

On International Cats Day (August 8th), here are some reasons the felines are the companion you need.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a rare neurological disease that affects the motor neurons and nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement. Here are 5 famous people who were diagnosed with ALS:

Famous astrophysicist Stephen William Hawking was diagnosed with ALS at the age of 21 but still managed to survive for 40 years. Despite his illness, Hawking managed to do some revolutionary work in the field of science.

Born in 1936, Smith was an American actor known for his role in Loid and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. He was diagnosed with ALS in April 2005 and left his career.

The famous baseball player was diagnosed with the illness, which damaged the motor neurons in his brain cutting the connection between the brain and muscles. He tried playing with ALS, but it became difficult for him and then he quit the game.

Popular American folk and blues musician, Belly was a forceful singer. He was on his very first tour in Europe in 1949 when he was diagnosed with ALS.

Long-term boyfriend of Sandra Bullock recently passed away due to ALS. The famous photographer was diagnosed with the illness in 2020.

Here are 5 famous people diagnosed with ALS. Tap!

5 Famous People Diagnosed with ALS

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In 1976, NASA’s Viking 1 lander showed humans what a sunset looks like on the red planet, for the first time.




A Martian sunrise was captured by Viking 2 on June 14, 1978.

On May 9, 2005, NASA’s Spirit Mars rover captured the sun sinking below the rim of Gusev Crater on the red planet.


NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover captured the sun sinking below the Martian horizon in 2015.



NASA’s Insight Lander returned several views of Martian sunsets and sunrises in 2019, which were also captured as parts of the spacecraft on a dusty plain.

On Mars, the Sun looks two-third of the size we see on the Earth.

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5 Indian Superfoods that Hold the Key to a Happy Thyroid

Superfoods can have a positive impact on thyroid health, addressing various imbalances like hypo, hyper, and autoimmune conditions. Here are five such superfoods!


Rich in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, coriander seeds aid in improving thyroid function, reducing inflammation, and enhancing the conversion of T4 to T3 in the liver. For best results, consume coriander water on an empty stomach in the morning.


Amla boasts eight times more vitamin C than an orange and around 17 times that of a pomegranate. It serves as a beneficial tonic for hair health, slowing down greying, preventing dandruff, and promoting hair follicle strength and blood circulation to the scalp. Amla can be consumed as a fruit, in powder form, or as juice.


Whether raw, as coconut water, or coconut oil, coconut is highly beneficial for thyroid patients. It aids in improving slow and sluggish metabolism, thanks to its abundance of MCFAs (medium-chain fatty acids) and MTCs (medium-chain triglycerides).


This superfood helps balance thyroid hormone levels and is a rich source of iron, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin A, and protein.


Packed with protein, antioxidants, complex carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, moong beans are an excellent addition to a thyroid-friendly diet. They are particularly beneficial for those dealing with constipation, a common side symptom of thyroid imbalances.


Incorporating these superfoods into your diet can contribute to improved thyroid health and overall well-being


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7 Fitness Lessons to Learn from Fitness Guru Yash Birla

Being consistent is one of the key aspects of being fit.


Incorporate a variety of exercises into your routine to work different muscle groups and prevent overuse injuries. 

During workouts, pay attention to maintaining good form and technique.

A balanced and nutritious diet is essential for supporting your fitness efforts.

After a vigorous workout, give your body some time to recover. 

 Including the mental component in your health and wellness routine is a no-brainer if you're aiming for overall wellness.

Yash revealed that a 40-45 mins workout session is more than enough for your body, you don't need to overdo it.

What India Looked Like from Chandrayaan-3, as per AI

Scientists and space enthusiasts around the nation are eagerly waiting for the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3. AI has imagined how India must have looked like from Chandrayaan-3 after it took off.



Chandrayaan-3, India’s third lunar mission, is very near to a successful landing.


ISRO recently shared a video of the moon as viewed by Chandrayaan-3 on August 6, 2023.

After successfully performing the orbit reduction manoeuvre on August 6, 2023, it is inching towards the moon.


According to ISRO, Chandrayaan-3 is expected to land on the lunar surface on August 23 and in-setu missions will be conducted for one lunar day (14 earth days).


If Chandrayaan-3 successfully lands on the moon's surface, India will become only the fourth country to do so and the first country to perform a soft landing near the south pole.

What India looked like from Chandrayaan-3, as per AI

What is Vitamin P & 5 Ways It Keeps You Healthy

Vitamin P is a term used for polyphenolic plant compounds called flavonoids. However, flavonoids are not vitamins.


Flavonoids, earlier known as vitamin P, are a group of yellow polyphenolic compounds found naturally in plant-based products like cocoa, tea, deep-coloured fruits, and wine.


Vitamin P, or flavonoids, acts as an antioxidant as it reduces or neutralises the production of unstable molecules called free radicals which can cause cell damage.


Consuming a flavonoid-rich diet helps lower the risk of chronic diseases. 

The antioxidant capabilities of flavonoids help in reducing inflammation and controlling blood pressure. It also helps in maintaining cholesterol levels.


Daily consumption of at least 300 mg of vitamin P can help prevent diabetes as it improves the utilisation of glucose and carbohydrates.

Flavonoids help in protecting the brain by reducing inflammation. According to studies, flavanols (a particular type of flavonoid), found in cocoa, can protect brain cells and improve brain health.

Some food items with high flavonoid content include onions, blueberries, bananas, citrus fruits, red wine, and dark chocolate.

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From acne to serious health complications, hormonal imbalance is behind several of our diseases. Here are some ways to balance the hormones.


Regular exercise can be a great way of keeping the hormones balanced.


Consume adequate protein either in the form of foods, shakes or supplements.


Work on stress management and opt for therapy, if needed. Keeping those emotions in check is important for hormone balance.


Probiotics are found in several food items like yoghurt. There are several probiotics available in market like fermented milk. Add them to your diet.


Are you into junk food and packaged snacks? May be it's time to cut down on them if you face hormone imbalance.


Sleep is the most undervalued of health activities. At least seven to eight hours of sleep daily is what the doctor orders for a number of health benefits. It also helps in keeping those hormones in check.


6 Natural Ways to Balance Your Hormones

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Wong is Doctor Strange's buddy and fellow sorcerer and was Doctor Strange's tutor during his magical arts training.

Lady Sif is a close friend and ally of Thor and the Warriors Three. She's one of Asgard's most dangerous combatants, and she's been on numerous adventures with Thor across the Nine Realms.



In the MCU, The Dora Milaje are the world's most ferocious troops, and Okoye leads them. Her role is to be loyal to Wakanda's monarch, but her actual allegiances are with T'Challa and, subsequently, his sister.

Bucky Barnes, or the Winter Soldier, is a lethal assassin. He and Steve Roger have been great friends since before they served together in World War II.

War Machine is a United States Air Force officer and one of Tony Stark's most trusted allies, James "Rhodey" Rhodes. Tony and Rhodey were buddies before Tony's Iron Man campaign, and he was even by his side throughout the Civil War.

Korg is a Kronan, a rock extraterrestrial who is Thor's companion. He and Thor first met when they were in Sakaar and were forced to compete as gladiators.

Groot is a Flora colossus and has a variety of powers. Adult Groot serves as Rocket Racoon's muscle and defends the squad after their spacecraft crashes.

Almost all leading superheroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe have incredible sidekicks. Here's a list of the strongest sidekicks in the MCU.

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From Alien Worlds to Our Universe: Must-Watch Space Documentaries on Netflix

Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission to Space (2021)

The emotional journey of four people charged with the first all-civilian orbital mission is the subject of the five-part docuseries, Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission to Space.

Top Secret UFO Projects Declassified (2022)

The documentary series covers all the most compelling evidence of UFO encounters and alien life in its six episodes.

The documentary highlights how far we need to go before Mars becomes livable. But it ultimately paints the future as bright and full of hope.

The NASA Space Shuttle Challenger's deadly 1986 disaster is the centrepiece of a four-part docuseries. It pays tribute to the project and demonstrates how, despite its failure, it nonetheless played a significant role in the development of space travel.

The documentary focuses on Elon Musk's SpaceX endeavour to send people back into space. Commercial enterprise SpaceX collaborates with NASA to increase public access to space travel.

Black Holes: The Edge Of All We Know (2021)

It is an intriguing look at the enigmatic black holes created when a star bursts into existence towards the conclusion of its lifespan. Nearly every galaxy, including our own Milky Way, originated with a black hole at its core.

Alien Worlds is a four-part hypothetical docuseries on how life can emerge on exoplanets, or worlds outside our solar system,  narrated by Sophie Okonedo.

The documentary, narrated by Morgan Freeman, takes a historical look at how the cosmos came into being and what makes up the solar system.

Here are the best Netflix documentaries for space enthusiasts.

Monsoon Diet: 7 Foods You Must Consume to Stay Healthy

If you're hungry, avoid unhealthy roadside snacks and try a bowl of steamy hot vegetable soup garnished with black pepper, garlic and ginger.

Eating seasonal fruits like jamun and plum, filled with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, can reduce the risk of liver-related diseases.

Sprouts are protein-rich healthy foods, ideal for the immune system and help your body fight germs.

Herbal tea with honey can keep you warm and safe against colds and flu while increasing your immunity.

Turmeric, which has anti-inflammatory qualities, boosts your immune system and keeps infections at bay. Drink a glass of warm turmeric milk every night before bed to stay fit during the monsoon season.

Dry fruits and nuts are an excellent addition to your monsoon diet because they contain vitamins and minerals. These foods, abundant in riboflavin and niacin, strengthen the immune system.

We are more susceptible to illness during the monsoon season. Vitamin C in lemon aids in the fight against infections, improves digestion and promotes bone health.

While monsoon offers respite from the heat, it comes with health risks. Here are some foods to include in your diet to stay healthy during the monsoon

Must-Read Short Stories by Rabindranath Tagore 

Thematically, this story narrative is about meetings, partings and homesickness. However, the protagonist's dislike of the village highlights the urban-rural gap.

The narrative revolves around Mani, a young girl burdened with marriage, and her inability to return Jotin's love in contrast to an older Mashi.

Kabuliwala is about dads' devotion to their daughters. And then there's the terrible time when they grow up and leave their family house after marriage.

Subha is the story of a young and mute village girl. More than Subha's sufferings, the narrative highlights our society's incapacity to include physically-handicapped people and their emotional needs and financial condition.

Tagore shares the story of a daughter's great love for her father in this narrative. In exchange, the father desires to acquire enough money to marry his daughter into a "good" household.

The narrator wishes to avoid studies and hopes his tutor does not visit him. He pretends to be ill, informing his mother he has a headache. At this point in the tale, Tagore emphasises the narrator's naivety and innocence.

August 7, 2023, marks the 82nd death anniversary of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore.

7 Natural Foods to Increase Breast Milk Production

The first week of August marks World Breastfeeding Week! Here're 7 foods breastfeeding mothers must incorporate in their diets to increase breast milk production.

Gond increases milk production and aids with bone health. It revitalises your body and increases your energy levels.


Moringa is extremely nutritious for both the mother & the baby and it also improves breast milk production. Can be had with water/honey or added in food.

Green leafy vegetables like spinach, methi, mustard greens, and gourd veggies like lauki, tori and pulses improve breast milk supply and also gives you enough iron, protein and fibre.

Both coconut water and dry coconut with jaggery helps with breast milk production.

Nuts and dry fruits like walnuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios are healthy fats and can be had as a snack once/twice a day.

Cumin seeds can be added in your meals while cooking. Cumin water/tea can be had once/twice a day.

Sesame seeds can be had as ladoos or could just be used along with mustard seeds in tempering.



7 Steal-worthy Outfits From Disha Patani's Wardrobe

Disha Patani is a fashion icon, on reel as well as in real life. We examined her style statements and here are the top tips to create some looks that Disha Patani would approve of.

Cut-out outfits are all the rage this season! This black dress from the actress' wardrobe is worth bookmarking.


Nothing can beat faux fur boots when paired with a mini skirt and a matching top.

Heading to a party? Take cues from this sequin outfit donned by Disha.

Here's another Little Black Dress from Disha's wardrobe that deserves a special mention.

Whenever you want to make a major fashion statement, opt for a silver gown with a thigh-high slit.

Thigh chains are trending big time in the high-end fashion world currently. Pair it with a black dress with thigh-high slit and pumps.

And lastly, we can't end this style file without 6 yards of elegance aka a gorgeous saree.

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in many aspects of health. It promotes better bones, the formation of Red Blood Cells, and increases energy levels. Here are the main benefits of B12  as reported by Healthline.

Formation of red blood cell,  prevention of anemia

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells. Therefore, low levels of Vitamin B12 hampers the growth of RBCs, and can cause anemia.


According to studies, Vitamin B12 is essential in fetus development. Deficiency of Vitamin B12 in mothers can lead to premature delivery or miscarriage.


Supports bone health, prevents osteoporosis

Adequate levels of Vitamin B12 are essential for maintaining healthy bones. Bone health is crucial to prevent the risk of osteoporosis.

Vitamin B12 helps prevent age-related macular degeneration, an eye disease that affects our central vision 

According to several studies, Vitamin B12 deficiency is associated with memory loss in older adults.
It can help prevent brain atrophy but more conclusive research is needed to confirm this.

Vitamin B12 supplements can be the go-to product to increase energy levels.  All Vitamin B supplements are known for increased energy but there is no scientific evidence to support this claim.

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As scientists still explore the possibility of finding water on Mars, here are some AI-generated images of what it would be like to see water bodies on the planet, along with an update on the research so far.


According to NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter ( MRO), Mars had rivers and water billions of years ago.


MRO has acquired information that Mars had water flowing through it around 2.5 billion years ago.

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