Republic Day isn’t just about vibrant parades; it’s a chance to inspire through innovative fancy dress that delves into the heart of our nation. By embracing themes like the Constitution’s influence in everyday life, commemorating heroic figures long overlooked, and highlighting the beautiful tapestry of India’s diversity, these costumes become meaningful expressions of our heritage….
Image used for representational purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Gold surged past the $4,700 an ounce (oz) mark for the first time on Tuesday (January 20, 2026), and silver hovered just below a fresh record high, as global tensions sparked yet another rush to safety. Spot gold gained 1.2% to $4,726.86 per ounce by…
Tomorrow is going to be a silent surprise. Nothing of the dead end you thought would instantly open up. The dead end you once thought stopped could, now and then, be opened, or a yes from someone else, or even from yourself. Just keep it open. It is not necessary to chase it. Just observe…
In Cunk on Earth, Philomena Cunk asked an expert after looking at an old cave painting: “If someone shouted this aloud, would that have been the first audiobook?” The bewildered replied in the negative, but right now, shouting out loud seems to be the only option. In 2024, while announcing that Donald Trump had been…
The United States Department of State has officially announced the expansion of its visa-bond pilot programme, listing a series of countries whose nationals may have to pay a refundable bond when applying for US business or tourist visas. The updated list, issued on Jan 8, 2026, specifies who will be affected, and when the rule…
Representative image. | Photo Credit: Reuters Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tanked over 1% on Tuesday (January 20, 2026) due to heavy selling pressure in market heavyweights Reliance, Bajaj Finance and M&M amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Besides, ongoing weakness in the rupee and persistent foreign fund outflows dented investors’ sentiment. Extending its previous…
In both astrology and palmistry, the “destiny line,” or “fate line,” is thought to reveal a person’s life trajectory, professional advancement, and general sense of direction. While palmists examine these lines on their own, astrologers often connect prominent destiny lines to specific zodiac signs. These signs are commonly linked to qualities like resolve, karmic insight,…
Bangladesh is in the list of countries that will be subjected to visa bonds from January 21, 2026, as per the data from the US Government of State. The US Embassy in Dhaka has announced that from January 21, 2026, Bangladeshi citizens applying for B1/B2 visas, used for short-term business and tourism travel, may be…
A view of the Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Tuesday (January 20, 2026) as relentless foreign fund outflows and geopolitical tensions weighed on investors’ sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 311.33 points to 82,934.85 in early trade. The…
Russia witnesses record winter: Entire neighbourhoods buried under mountain of snow — watch Parts of Russia’s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula are reeling under extreme and record-breaking snowfall, with powerful winter storms dumping several metres of snow and bringing daily life to a near standstill.Footage has emerged showing heavy snowfall in Russia that lasted for four…
