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From Python Festival to Nag Panchami; 7 unique snake festivals celebrated around the world and what travellers need to know

For many, snakes inspire fear, mystery, caution and fascination. And sometimes, all feelings at once. But in several parts of the world, the slithering creatures are respected, celebrated and considered angels. Snakes are woven into religious beliefs, folklore and cultural traditions. But it’s not just India but villages in Italy too where snakes are revered….

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: “Sangharsh hum kiye, mehnat vo…”: How Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s father’s faith shaped his extraordinary success

Image courtesy: Instagram/@vaibhav_sooryavanshi09 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sporting success is a witness to all. The young cricketer has become the first player in IPL history to win five major individual awards in a single season. While his scorecard is what the world sees, behind the Baby Boss’ recording-breaking hits are the many sacrifices his family, especially…

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Chinese proverb of the day: “A woman gets thirty percent of her beauty from nature and seventy percent from…” — why this centuries-old saying is about much more than cosmetics |

Chinese proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Beauty is one of those subjects people never seem to stop talking about.Every generation has its own idea of what looks attractive. A hairstyle admired in one decade may become a source of amusement in the next. Fashion changes. Makeup trends change. Even ideas about confidence and self-expression…

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Which is better for heart health?

If the question is purely based on scientific evidence around cardiovascular protection, extra virgin olive oil currently has stronger global research support. The evidence around olive oil and reduced cardiovascular risk is broader, deeper, and more consistent across populations. But that does not automatically make mustard oil unhealthy. For Indian diets, cold-pressed mustard oil used…

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Sonakshi Sinha House: Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s penthouse is a relaxing abode of minimalism with bright bohemian colours: Art inspirations to steal

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s home brings a modern, contemporary vibe together with just the right flash of bright blues and pinks that gives their house a blend of modernism with a touch of bright bohemian. The couple shared their home tour on YouTube, where they showed each nook and corner of their Bandra penthouse…

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Why morning body aches happen even after a full night’s sleep and what you can do about them

The goal is not simply to reduce pain after waking up. It is to create conditions that allow the body to recover properly overnight. A few practical habits can make a noticeable difference:​Maintain a regular sleep schedule.Replace old pillows or mattresses that no longer provide support.Stretch gently before bed and again after waking up.Stay physically…

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