Former India men’s team masseur Rajeev Kumar with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after India won the 2024 T20 World Cup. (Special Arrangement) New Delhi: In 2002, when Rajeev Kumar arrived in Delhi, his only goal was to earn a stable income. Armed with a diploma in massage therapy from Jodhpur University, he took up…
There’s something almost instinctive about wanting to bottle a bit of that perfect white sand before leaving a stunning beach behind, a tiny, tangible souvenir of the holiday. What a lot of travellers don’t realise, though, is that this seemingly harmless habit is actually a punishable offence in several parts of the world, carrying fines…
What happens when a traveller, that too a solo female traveller from India, decides to visit one of the world’s most controversial countries? Indian travel content creator Sharanya Iyer (@trulynomadly) travelled solo through Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, documenting her fascinating journey. She just not explored the country’s dramatic mountains, she also met locals to understand their culture,…
Office politics can rattle even the most level-headed person. One wrong word, one hidden agenda, one unfair decision can ruin your mood for the day. In such moments, the Bhagavad Gita’s wisdom from Krishna can offer clear and practical guidance. The quote for the day is inspired by the Gita message: “Win or lose, keep…
For numerous cat enthusiasts, the presence of fur in furniture, clothes, and carpets is one of the main issues associated with pet keeping. Even though all cats shed at least something, there are those cat breeds which, owing to their fur types, grooming needs, and absence of the undercoat, shed significantly less. Such pets could…
Mohanlal and Meena starrer ‘Drishyam 3’ has reportedly landed in legal trouble ahead of its highly anticipated release.Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film is the third installment in one of Malayalam cinema’s most successful thriller franchises. The legal issue concerns the Telugu remake and adaptation rights. Rajkumar Theatres claims exclusive Telugu rights According to a…
Oil crosses $100 again as Middle East attacks fuel supply fears Oil prices extended their gains on Friday, with both major benchmarks on track to finish the week above $100 a barrel for the first time since mid-May, as growing attacks along key shipping routes in the Middle East heightened concerns over prolonged supply disruptions.Around…
New Zealand Women’s cricket team (Photo Getty Images) New Zealand kept their hopes of reaching the knockout stage of the Women’s T20 World Cup alive with a hard-fought six-wicket win over Scotland, who were knocked out of the tournament despite producing another spirited performance.With both teams entering the game needing a victory to stay in…
Shilpa Shett’s husband, actor and entrepreneur Raj Kundra has been has opened up about the prolonged legal battle he has faced over the past four years in connection with the pornography case.On Wednesday, Raj took to X to share his thoughts, stating that he has endured an extended legal process and is now seeking relief…
A shopper paid C$5 for a Bowie painting at an Ontario donation centre; it later sold for C$108,120 (Image Credit: Cowley Abbott) Sometimes a bargain buy can turn out to be something far more valuable than it first appears. That happened when a shopper picked up a small painting for just C$5 at a donation…
Aristotle (Image: Wikipedia) The pursuit of pleasure is often treated as one of life’s simplest goals, but Aristotle offered a more measured view of what it means to live wisely. In his Nicomachean Ethics, Aristotle wrote: “The man of practical wisdom aims at avoiding pain, not at attaining pleasure.” The statement appears in his discussion…
Today, it’s essential to navigate with caution as your intentions may be under the microscope. Keep your plans and decisions under wraps, particularly in the workplace. When it comes to relationships, take a step back to observe rather than engage in disputes. In your career, rely on steadfast discipline and meticulous planning to rise above…
