Entertainment

Mind is blown: Taylor Swift on 2.61 million album sales of 'The Tortured Poets Department'

Monday, 29 April 2024

Pop star Taylor Swift is "floored" by the love her fans have shown to her latest album "The Tortured Poets Department", which debuted to 2.61 million units following its April 19 release. According to music trade website Billboard, "Tortured Poets" opened at No 1, marking Swift's 14th chart-topping album in her...

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Agenda

Chronicle of Bihar, beyond elections

Sunday, 28 April 2024

In his travels across cities and hamlets of Bihar, DEEPAK KUMAR JHA discovers that the local populace loves to have extensive discourses on politics and...

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Thich Nhat Hanh | A guide to mindful citizenship, peace, and enlightenment

Sunday, 07 April 2024

Through his life, his books, and his teachings, he continues to illuminate the path towards a world suffused with love, understanding, and mindfulness In the midst...

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Immigration takes centre stage in US President primaries

Sunday, 07 April 2024

President Biden faces Republican criticism over his policies, especially concerning Mexican migration. The issue gains momentum amid global observations of Trump’s immigration clampdown and domestic...

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Astroturf | Mother calls for full alert against evil forces

Sunday, 28 April 2024

Picking up threads from the previous issue, let us now look at the relevance of the accessories in her ten hands. First, the conch-shell in...

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Features

FEAST ON HOT SUMMER MENUS

Saturday, 27 April 2024

Embark on a culinary journey through Delhi NCR's finest dining experiences, discovering the hottest summer menus in the vibrant city's gastronomic scene. SEASONAL AND LOCAL AT...

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Diet, Mint, Ginger Impact

Monday, 29 April 2024

Dental health isn’t just about brushing and flossing—it’s heavily influenced by what you eat, Rajdeep Joshi says as he explains how natural foods like mint...

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briefs

Monday, 22 April 2024 | PNS

AMIT SHAH TO VISIT ODISHA ON APR 25  Bhubaneswar: Union Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah would arrive in Sonepur town of Subarnapur district on April 25, a BJP State leader informed on Sunday. He is to address a huge public gathering in Sonepur in the afternoon as part of the...

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SP has accepted defeat even before end of contest: Yogi

Monday, 29 April 2024 | PNS

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that the Samajwadi Party had accepted defeat even before the conclusion of the Lok Sabha elections. He remarked: “The frequent changes in candidates by the Samajwadi Party indicates that the party has accepted defeat even before the elections are over.” Taking a dig at the...

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Campaigning ends for C’garh’s three LS seats

Thursday, 25 April 2024 | Staff Reporter

Campaigning for the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections in Chhattisgarh ended on Wednesday evening, 48 hours ahead of the April 26 polls. Programmes like public meetings or processions are now prohibited . Three significant constituencies – Rajnandgaon, Kanker and Mahasamund --will vote that day with 6,567 polling centers. Of these,...

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T20 has always been a batters' game and that has gone to a new level this IPL: Cummins

Monday, 29 April 2024 | PTI | Chennai

T20 format has always favoured the batters and that has gone to a 'whole new level' in this Indian Premier League, feels Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins. The Australian gave his thoughts following SRH's 78-run loss to defending champions Chennai Super Kings here on Sunday. IPL 2024 has witnessed six 250 plus totals already with 200 no more a safe total. Prior this edition, 250 was only breached twice in the history of IPL. "T20 is always on...

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Exotica

Welcome to the May edition of Exotica, the ultimate travel magazine for those seeking adventure and cultural immersion. This month, we have an exciting lineup of stories that will take you on a journey across India. Our cover story features the majestic Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, situated in the heart of Madhya Pradesh. Our correspondent has captured the essence of the reserve with its lush green forests, sprawling meadows, and, of course, the tigers. The reserve is a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Get ready to experience the thrill of encountering these magnificent creatures up close and personal. For the foodies out there, we have an exclusive feature on Nagaland cuisine. Our writer takes you on a gastronomic journey to the far northeast, where you can discover the unique flavors and textures of this region's cuisine. From smoked meat to bamboo shoot delicacies, Nagaland has something to offer for everyone's taste buds. In addition to our other exciting features this month, we would like to draw your attention to the fascinating Burash flower, also known as Rhododendron in English. The Burash is a medicinal plant that grows in the Himalayan region and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The plant has many health benefits, including its ability to reduce inflammation and fever. The Burash flower is also known to be effective in treating respiratory ailments such as asthma and bronchitis, and has even been used to help alleviate pain during childbirth.