Culture

COVID might boost social inequality in society: Study

Utrecht [Netherlands], March 29 (ANI): Even though the ongoing COVID pandemic is sometimes marked as 'great equalizer', a recent study by researchers from Utrecht and Wageningen University has shown that throughout history, most disasters and pandemics have boosted inequality instead of leveling it.

2021-03-29T11:05:59.813903+00:00 IST

Here's your perfect Holi DIY guide to make homemade natural colours

New Delhi [India], March 28 (ANI): Holi, the festival of colours is knocking at our doorsteps and from vibrant colours to savoury sweet dishes, the day is all about spreading the joy of happiness.

2021-03-28T07:33:49.955640+00:00 IST

Holi 2021: Here's the perfect DIY guide to make natural colours at home

New Delhi [India], March 27 (ANI): Holi, the festival of colours, is knocking at our doorsteps and from vibrant colours to delicious sweet dishes, the day offers nothing less than happiness.

2021-03-27T13:07:07.244645+00:00 IST

Research finds easier way to reduce socioeconomic disparities

Washington [US], March 21 (ANI): Researchers during a recent study from Columbia University and Temple University examined how choice architecture can reduce socioeconomic disparities.

2021-03-21T17:15:31.324707+00:00 IST

Amity Youth Festival 2021 inaugurated by Om Birla

New Delhi [India], March 12 (ANI): Amity Youth Festival (AYF) 2021, which is being held virtually, kick-started on Thursday for both university and school students. The theme for the festival this year is "Creatively Engaging Youth: With Students, For Students, By Students".

2021-03-12T07:13:28.670062+00:00 IST

Thousands of devotees take 'Shahi Snan' in Ganga on Mahashivratri 2021

New Delhi [India], March 11 (ANI): On the occasion of Mahashivratri on Thursday, thousands of devotees took the holy dip at Har Ki Pauri ghat in Uttarakhand's Haridwar, amid a tight security ring thrown around the area for the 'Shahi Snan'.

2021-03-11T07:20:17.082811+00:00 IST

Here's how Maha Shivratri is being celebrated in India amid COVID-19 pandemic

New Delhi [India], March 11 (ANI): Maha Shivratri, also known as the 'Great night of Lord Shiva,' is a Hindu festival observed by devotees from Kashmir to Kanyakumari with much fervour. It is celebrated on the 14th day of every lunar month and marks the night of the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

2021-03-11T03:06:06.152685+00:00 IST

Google Doodle honours 'India's Satellite Man' Udupi Ramachandra Rao on birth anniversary

New Delhi [India], March 10 (ANI): On the occasion of the 89th birth anniversary of renowned Indian professor and scientist Udupi Ramachandra Rao, Google shared a Doodle commemorating 'India's Satellite Man'.

2021-03-10T07:41:42.163165+00:00 IST

Basant Panchami 2021: Significance, history of the festival

New Delhi [India], February 15 (ANI): Basant Panchami, also known as 'Vasant Panchami', marks the arrival of the spring season in India. The day will be celebrated on February 16 this year. While, this occasion marks the day to worship the deity of knowledge, music, and arts in Hindus, the lesser-known fact is that this day has significance in Sikh and Muslim religions too.

2021-02-15T14:35:31.416140+00:00 IST

Here's how Basant Panchami is celebrated across India

New Delhi [India], February 15 (ANI): Basant Panchami, the festival which marks the arrival of the spring season in India, would be celebrated on February 16, this year. Held on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Magha maas (month), Basant Panchami is also celebrated as Saraswati Puja in some parts of the country.

2021-02-15T13:40:22.431454+00:00 IST

Money matters to happiness more than previously thought: Study

Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): A new research has shown that contrary to previous influential research, money does influence an individual's happiness. One potential reason leading to this conclusion could be that higher earners feel an increased sense of control over life.

2021-01-19T18:48:13.980881+00:00 IST

355th Prakash Parv of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji: Are we following his teachings?

New Delhi [India], January 19 (ANI): As the 355th 'Prakash Parv' of the tenth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, falls on Wednesday, let's look at his contributions to humanity and the importance of his teachings today.

2021-01-19T11:35:46.822624+00:00 IST

Sexual harassment claims made by 'prototypical' women considered more credible

Washington [US], January 14 (ANI): A new study has revealed that women who are young, 'conventionally attractive' and appear to act feminine are more likely to be believed when making accusations of sexual harassment.

2021-01-14T15:13:55.776413+00:00 IST

Lohri 2021: Here are some interesting facts, significance about harvest festival

New Delhi [India], January 12 (ANI): Lohri, the harvest festival celebrated on January 13 every year, marks the end of winter and the time to harvest rabi crops. As the festival is around the corner, enthusiastic people across the country are gearing up to lit the bonfire, whirl around it singing Punjabi folk songs, and popping sesame seeds, popcorn, jaggery, and rewaris. But, before you wish a happy Lohri to your close ones, here are the significance and interesting facts about the joyous festival.

2021-01-12T12:57:04.860088+00:00 IST

Yearender 2020: Celebration of festivals affected adversely amid COVID-19

New Delhi [India], December 30 (ANI): As coronavirus continues to wreak havoc across the world, people around the globe restricted their enthusiasm to celebrate festivals this year.

2020-12-30T09:03:23.928327+00:00 IST

One psychedelic experience may lessen trauma of racial injustice

Washington [US], December 29 (ANI): A single positive experience on a psychedelic drug may help reduce stress, depression and anxiety symptoms in Black, Indigenous and people of colour whose encounters with racism have had lasting harm, a new study suggests.

2020-12-29T09:03:00.811536+00:00 IST

Christmas Eve 2020: Here's how India celebrated amid coronavirus pandemic

New Delhi [India], December 25 (ANI): As the novel coronavirus has dampened the festivities of most festivals this year, Christmas was no exception as the festival witnessed more digital celebrations on its Eve.

2020-12-25T17:15:42.935340+00:00 IST

Try these last-minute DIY gifts for Christmas this year

New Delhi [India], December 25 (ANI): It is the Yuletide spirit of Christmas and time to send gifts to your loved ones.

2020-12-24T19:53:26.560884+00:00 IST

Child weight gain linked to ability to produce leptin: Study

Washington [US], November 28 (ANI): Children having African ancestry are more prone to developing obesity if they possess a genetic variant that reduces their ability to produce the hormone leptin.

2020-11-28T17:21:32.701863+00:00 IST

Government opens registration for IFFI 2021

New Delhi [India], November 19 (ANI): One of the most significant film festivals of India, International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has opened the registration for the event to be held in Goa between January 16-January 24, 2021.

2020-11-19T08:35:01.484993+00:00 IST

Embellish your home with these last-minute Diwali DIY ideas

New Delhi [India], November 13 (ANI): Diwali, the festival of lights, prosperity, and happiness is just around the corner and so is the need to decorate and beautify houses for the big celebration of the auspicious day.

2020-11-13T17:00:08.450135+00:00 IST