Category: Lifestyle

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...

When it comes to raising children, every country has its own unique way. However, one thing is certain that some parenting styles stand out better than others, and thus provide valuable lessons for parents everywhere.Recently, Dr. Ravi Malik, a senior pediatrician with over 35 years of experience, shared a few observations from Switzerland. In a...

Extreme heat can be difficult for families, particularly where there are young kids at home. Parents may have concerns over their kids getting dehydrated, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sun safety, drinking enough water, indoor games, and staying cool in high temperatures. With changing climates leading to higher temperatures and greater chances of heat waves, learning...

Success is often perceived as a smooth journey, and people often don’t talk about the mistakes before the big win. But, real life is nothing like that. Even the strongest, wisest, most admired people have fallen hard, failed publicly, and felt broken in private. That’s why Nelson Mandela’s words are so grounding:”The greatest glory in...

Kriti Sanon’s home reflects her free-spirited personality, featuring a bright terrace, rattan seating, and metallic accents. Key design elements include an asymmetric circular chandelier, geometric marble flooring, and arched windows with golden metallic framing, creating a luxurious and visually appealing abode. Kriti Sanon has been in the limelight lately for her upcoming release Cocktail 2,...

A roll of aluminium foil is usually associated with kitchens rather than gardens, yet it has quietly found a place among a range of household gardening tricks. Gardeners often experiment with simple materials before turning to specialist products, particularly when dealing with recurring pests or trying to improve growing conditions around vulnerable plants.Foil attracts attention...

In the hush and gush of our daily lives, we have forgotten that a little act of kindness has a magnificent impact without us even noticing. Be it through helping someone, smiling back to brighten their day, or a short, meaningful conversation, it can mean the world to them. Most of the time, we expect...

Dow Hill in Kurseong, a sleepy little hill station about 30 km from Darjeeling. During the day, it’s pure postcard material, think colonial-era schools, sprawling tea estates, and crisp mountain breezes. But when night falls It turns into one of India’s most notorious haunted woods because of local ghost lores. People are advised to avoid...

The profound wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita has guided millions through life’s toughest moments. And one of its central teachings is to stay calm during turbulent moments. During testing times, we often lose our cool, get angry, and blame either people or the situation for all the trouble, instead of keeping calm and trying to...

For many parents, building the academic “foundation” in children comes with a lot of pressure. Teaching a child alphabets and numbers isn’t an easy task. However, the right preparation can make things easier!According to child psychiatrist Dr. Srividya, academic learning becomes much easier when children first develop a few foundational life skills. Recently the expert...