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From Devotion to Distraction: How Garba and Dandiya Nights Are Losing Their Rhythm
New Delhi, September 28, 2025 The twirl of vibrant skirts, the rhythmic clash of sticks, the hypnotic beats of dhol—Garba and Dandiya nights were once a soulful tribute to Durga Maa. Today, some of these celebrations resemble crowded nightclubs more than sacred Navratri rituals.Observers warn that this shift dilutes the cultural significance of Garba and Dandiya and risks sending the wrong message to younger generations, who may begin to see the festival purely as entertainment rather than devotion. Traditionally,...
Sonam Wangchuk Detained Under NSA, Shifted From Leh to Jodhpur Jail
Leh/Srinagar | September 27, 2025 Renowned climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been leading the campaign for Ladakh’s statehood and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule, was detained under the National Security Act (NSA) on Friday. Authorities in Leh confirmed that he was flown out of the Union Territory and lodged in a jail in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Arrest Follows Ladakh Protests The detention came just two days after violent clashes erupted in Leh during demonstrations...
Meghalaya: “This is India’s Scariest Trek” Draws Adventurers to Hidden Hills
Shillong, Meghalaya — September 21, 2025 Meghalaya’s rugged terrain and mist-shrouded hills are now drawing attention not just for their beauty but for their growing popularity among thrill-seekers, as “India’s scariest trek” in the state becomes a magnet for adventurers pushing limits. The particular trek, located in a remote section of Meghalaya’s forested uplands, has been described as one of the most difficult in the country — combining extreme altitude shifts, unpredictable...
World’s Longest Banana Infructescence Found in Andaman Forests
Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands — September 21, 2025 In a remarkable botanical discovery, scientists have recorded the world’s longest banana infructescence, measuring 4.2 meters, in the forests of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The infructescence belongs to the rare and endemic wild banana species Musa indandamanensis, first discovered in the Little Andaman region and rediscovered in the Campbell Bay area of the Nicobar Islands. The find was reported by researchers from the Botanical...
Surprising Benefits of Eating Salad Before Lunch
New Delhi, September 9, 2025 Salads are more than just a colorful side dish — starting your lunch with a bowl of fresh greens can actually transform the way your body handles the rest of your meal. From better digestion to improved energy, this small change has powerful health payoffs. Here are five reasons you should consider making salad your first course. 1. Naturally eat less When you begin your meal with vegetables, the fibre helps fill your stomach. That means you feel satisfied sooner...
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