Offbeat

We all have grown up celebrating Dussehra by burning effigies of Ravana – symbolising victory of good over evil. Is it true that Ravana had ten heads or do those heads symbolise something? Have you ever wondered why Ravana is considered a…
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Shoes are often the most neglected part of our attire, so much so that many parents fail to realise that ill-fitting or poor-quality shoes can lead to serious foot problems and impact a child's overall health. Are you among those parents…
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Everyone loves recess. And everyone hates it when teachers cut short the recess time to accommodate their lessons? After all, how can one concentrate on these classes when stomach is craving for food while mind needs some fresh air? Does…
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This is after many years that you can see a comet with your naked eye in Earth’s night sky, a rare celestial event that occurs after many years. Comet NEOWISE, officially known as C/2020F3, is the brightest comet that can be seen in the…
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Stop waiting for good times to come, Pick up that book or go for a run. Who knows how soon life will be back on track, Maybe, now is the time to cut some slack. These days shall pass soon, Pause a little and watch that moon.…
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Today is Earth Day. World over, various events are being held to create awareness about the environment. Plastic Pollution is one major problem facing the planet. We all know that plastics can’t be recycled but did you know that nearly 12.7…
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Holiday season is here – a perfect time to travel. But instead of just visiting new places, how about exploring the various adventure sports available in the country – activities which are adrenaline rushing, heartbeat racing, exploding a…
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Want to run away from this scorching heat? And bored of adventure-less travels?  Then try challenging the waters this time. So, pack your bags and beat the summer with these water sports: Flyboard  Meant only for swimmers, Fly…
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Summer holidays are around the corner. And if you are wondering what to do, where to go or where to take your children in Delhi NCR, we have a suggestion. Instead of taking them to the oft-repeated, well-known places, treat them to these…
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Did you know that sanitary pads, face wash contain plastic? Or the synthetic clothes you wear contribute towards increase in pollution? There have been surgical removals of plastic of up to 70 kg from a cow’s rumen (stomach) because of the…
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Google dedicated today's Google Doodle to Rukhmabai Bhikaji Raut, said to be the first practising woman doctor in colonial India. But do you know that it was her story that shaped the Age of Consent Act, 1891, which outlawed child marriages…
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Holiday season is back. Winters, Xmas and New Year – what better time to have fun. So let’s not waste this time sleeping or studying the whole day. Instead, utilise these holidays in such a manner that it leaves you fresh for the year…
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