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Women safety features (@explorerdivi) New Vande Bharat sleeper trains have become an example of safe travel for women. Now it’s a fact that for women travelling alone in India, an overnight train journey can bring certain concerns. Walking through dimly lit corridors, sharing coaches with strangers passengers and using washrooms late at night can be…

Pablo Picasso (Photo via X) Pablo Picasso was a Spanish artist and the co-founder of Cubism. He worked as a painter, sculptor, printmaker, and ceramicist, and is among the most influential artists of the 20th century.Beyond art and sculpture, Picasso also spoke words of wisdom that remain relevant today.He once weighed in on a profound…

“Don’t travel by air” (PC: Canva) The social media is brimming with reels and funny memes aimed at extremely high and ‘unfair’ airline prices. With Diwali, Chhath Puja and the year-end holiday season around the corner, there’s a surge in travel demand. The internet is flooded with funny comparisons. Some even shared screenshots showing airfare…

Photo: @explorerdivi/ Instagram When a new train is launched, we usually hear about its speed, its shiny look, and the time it saves. But for many women, the real questions center around its safety.The new Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, flagged off on November 1, and before its official launch, a few social media creators…

Winter brings a unique kind of beauty, from snow-covered mountains and frosty mornings to evergreen forests and chilly winds. Its quiet landscapes, peaceful atmosphere and sparkling ice formations can inspire beautiful baby names. For parents looking for a distinctive name for their little boy, winter offers plenty of interesting ideas drawn from different cultures and…

Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into believing what you see first, based on a person’s focus, thoughts, and perspective.But what makes these tests even more interesting is that your friend standing next to you might see something completely different from what you see, among the different objects…

Bathrooms, balconies, utility spaces and areas around kitchen sinks can become attractive to insects when there is excess moisture. Stagnant water, leaking taps and damp corners may encourage insect activity, creating a potential food source for lizards. Check for leaks, clear water collected in plant trays and make sure areas prone to moisture are cleaned…

At around 4 pm, Punjabi singer Gurmukh Singh, popularly known as Garry Benipal, leaves his village in the Sangrur district with containers of freshly cooked saag. By evening, he is at Mata Modi Chowk in Sunam, selling packets of the traditional winter dish directly to customers. The 33-year-old, who once felt hesitant about selling vegetables…

Monu Raj Chauhan from Bihar is running across India with the aim of visiting all 12 Jyotirlingas and four Dhams. After reaching Indore, his journey and earlier visit to Bhimashankar have attracted appreciation from social media users. Image credit: instagram.com/monu_betaurabala/(AI refined image) A pilgrimage usually involves trains, buses, cars or long walks to reach a…

Shopping for a brother can be a task in itself. Ask him what he wants, and chances are you will get a casual “kuch nahi chahiye” or “jo lena hai le lo.” But that does not mean you cannot surprise him with something he will actually like. With Bhai Dooj around the corner, it is…