Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into believing what a person sees first based on their perspective, focus, and thoughts running through their heads at the moment. But what makes these tests even more interesting is that your friend sees a duck, yet you feel 100% sure that…
Music, poetry and the arts have a special way of expressing emotions, telling stories and capturing beauty. For parents looking for a baby girl name with a creative touch, these artistic influences offer plenty of inspiration. From musical terms that sound graceful and modern to names rooted in mythology, literature and classical music, each choice…
Quote of the Day by Morgan Freeman Morgan Freeman is not just an actor, but an icon idolised by generations. One of the most loved and respected actors of Hollywood, Freeman during his long career has played roles that include everything from prisoners and presidents to wise mentors and ordinary people in extraordinary situations. His…
Bert Mueller moved from the US to India and built California Burrito into a successful food chain. (Photo: CNBC Make It) When Bert Mueller first considered bringing Mexican-inspired cuisine to India, the options were limited. Now, more than a decade later, the American entrepreneur has built California Burrito into a business generating $23 million in…
Toran Sheikh (PC: New Indian Express) Toran Sheikh is a daily-wage labourer and road worker from West Bengal. One day he decided to donate blood to a needy person purely out of humanity. He had no grand ambition to change the world. It began with an injured colleague who desperately needed help. In 1998, when…
Sometimes an ATM may display an error even after you have entered your details. In other cases, your account may be debited even though the cash does not come out. Check your bank’s transaction alert or account statement before assuming that everything is fine. If money has been deducted but you have not received it,…
“Ek akeli ladki kya hi kar legi?” It is a question that can make standing up to a powerful system seem impossible. But animal welfare activist Jagriti Mishra’s recent experience shows how one person’s determination, supported by thousands of voices, can bring an issue into the public spotlight. Jagriti, the founder of Street Worldz Trust,…
A smell that becomes less noticeable does not prove that the danger has passed. Do not return indoors simply because you can no longer smell gas. Move to a safe location, contact the appropriate emergency service or LPG provider and follow their instructions before re-entering. If you suspect a gas leak, do not wait for…
For many working mothers, the end of the workday does not mean the end of their responsibilities. Office deadlines, childcare, cooking, laundry and household chores can turn an ordinary day into a demanding routine. For Gunjan Tanwani, a senior software engineer at Walmart with more than 10 years of corporate experience, managing these responsibilities has…
A scammer may imitate someone you trust and use that familiarity to ask personal questions. They could try to obtain account details, workplace information or other sensitive data that might be useful in a later scam. Avoid sharing confidential information merely because a caller sounds familiar. If the request is unexpected, verify the person’s identity…
