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Permit: Because the Valley of Flowers is a strictly protected national park, you have to get an entry permit. Timings: You’re allowed inside during specific daytime hours. You must hike back out on the very same day, as sleeping inside the park boundaries is prohibited. Overnight stay not allowed: Overnight stay or camping is not…
The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most fascinating and mystical places on earth hiding many rare species, including snakes. The largest tropical rainforest on the planet, stretching across nine South American countries is a biodiversity hub where snakes are its most curious residents. Some of the species have evolved to thrive in the rainforest…
“Toddlers are naturally egocentric,” says the doctor. While parents often worry when their toddler refuses to share toys, expecting a very young child to easily share may not match their stage of development. “True sharing skills don’t really develop until closer to age three or four,” adds Dr. Tanya. The pediatrician’s message for parents is…
Wayne Gretzky is widely regarded as one of the greatest ice hockey players of all time. Born on January 26, 1961, in Canada, he displayed exceptional talent from a young age and went on to break numerous records during his professional career. Known as “The Great One,” Gretzky inspired millions with his dedication, skill, and…
Ovid (Image source: Wikipedia) A great deal of writing about love focuses on what people possess. Houses, jewellery, money, status and all the visible things that can be counted. This line from the Roman poet Ovid looks in the opposite direction. It begins with a lack rather than an abundance.That may be one reason the…
Some images don’t just test your vision; they also quietly reveal what’s truly in your heart. At first glance, this personality test looks simple: three neatly wrapped boxes, all the same shape, the same size, tied with the same rustic string and placed in front of a spoon, fork, and knife. They look identical, like…
Social media influencer Traveler Mohit has revealed the austere lives of sadhus in Himalayan yogi caves near Badrinath. His vlogs showcase the rugged conditions and simple utility items found within these ancient meditation spaces. The region also features mythological caves like Vyas Gufa and Ganesh Gufa, with authorities now opening new meditation caves for pilgrims….
African proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Not every proverb ages well. Some feel tied to a different century and a different way of looking at the world. Yet now and then, an old saying hangs around because people still recognise something in it. This African proverb is one of those.“A man will never heed…
On the southern edge of Penang Island in Malaysia stands a temple unlike almost any other in the world. Visitors who step inside expecting a typical place of worship are often surprised to find live venomous snakes coiled around wooden beams, resting near shrines and draped across branches placed throughout the temple. Known simply as…
Many parents would agree that one of the biggest challenges in parenting right now is screen time. While being equipped with technology is an important skill in today’s world, for parents it has become a difficult task for parents to help their children establish a healthy relationship with screens. Why parents need to be mindful…
