Society
Rising matrimonial frauds boost demand for private...
December 27, 2024
With over 10 million marriages each year, India’s wedding industry is nothing short of spectacular, and with each passing year, it is becoming bigger and more extravagant. But behind these grand celebrations, families and individuals are becoming more cautious than ever when it...
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Katra workers optimistic, await Vaishno Devi Templ...
December 20, 2024
For the past several week, Katra, a spiritual and pilgrim hub, has been shaken by protests against the proposed Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ropeway, which aims to cut the arduous trek to the shrine, which is visited by tens of millions of pilgrims every year. Earlier this week, local ...
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Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passes away
December 16, 2024
Today, the world of music mourns the loss of Zakir Hussain, the iconic tabla maestro, composer, and global ambassador of Indian classical music. Hussain, 73, who had been admitted to a hospital in San Francisco in California for treatment, he passed away due to complications from...
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E-Rickshaw drivers in Delhi struggle with high cos...
December 15, 2024
At the break of dawn every day, Deepak Yadav, a 38-year-old e-rickshaw driver and resident of Sarita Vihar in South Delhi, begins his day, navigating Delhi’s bustling streets. For the past three years, Yadav has rented an e-rickshaw, hoping to secure a better future for his...
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Thousands throng Saint Francis Xavier’s expositi...
December 14, 2024
The Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Saint Francis Xavier is a significant religious event and a long-standing practice for the Christian community, held once every decade in Goa. This year marks the 18th exposition, that is held at the Sé Catedral in Old Goa and lasts over si...
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Glasgow University study debunks lifestyle factors...
December 10, 2024
The long-debated link between professional football and dementia has taken a significant turn. A groundbreaking study by University of Glasgow says that lifestyle and general health factors do not explain the elevated risk of dementia among former professional footballers. In a p...
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Coventry University Group launches India hub in Ne...
December 8, 2024
In a significant step towards deepening the educational and research collaboration between the United Kingdom and India, Coventry University Group inaugurated its India Hub in New Delhi. In a press statement, Coventry University says the hub will support its admissions, recruitme...
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E-commerce drives over 200,000 kirana stores to cl...
December 8, 2024
In the bustling streets of Indian neighbourhoods, kirana stores, or the neighbourhood grocery shops, that are often family-run, have been the backbone of local commerce for decades. Offering personalised service, credit facilities, and a sense of community, these stores have been...
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Global leaders to gather for second annual Dare to...
December 6, 2024
The second annual Dare to Overcome (DTO) conference will be held on December 9 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. This flagship event, focused on promoting peace and intercultural understanding, will bring together global leaders and organisations to discuss inclusive practi...
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Shikara owners welcome Uber’s ‘Shikara Service...
December 2, 2024
Dal Lake, often referred to as the jewel of Kashmir, has long been a symbol of the region’s culture and charm. Among its most captivating features are the Shikaras ornate wooden boats that have graced its waters for centuries. In a significant move to preserve and promote this ...
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