Culture

Social media makes it difficult to identify real news, study suggests

Washington D.C. [USA], April 5 (ANI): There is a high possibility for people consuming a blend of news and entertainment content on social media, to pay less attention and easily mistake satire or fiction for real news, finds a recent study.

2020-04-05T11:34:51.650125+00:00 IST

Urban, rural living dogs showcase 'fearfulness' differently: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], April 5 (ANI): Dogs that live in an urban environment are likely to be more fearful as compared to their counterparts from a rural environment, suggests a recent study.

2020-04-05T11:16:09.774831+00:00 IST

Study links verbal skills to better academic performance among young children

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 29 (ANI): Brushing young children's language abilities can turn fruitful for their later academic performance throughout the school, suggests a recent study.

2020-03-29T11:07:39.082256+00:00 IST

Navratri: Faith remains unshaken even as country battles COVID-19

New Delhi [India], Mar 25 (ANI): As the country remains under complete lockdown, the nine-day-long festival of 'Navratri' festival will not be as grand as each year but the lull has failed to dampen the spirit of devotees.

2020-03-25T08:49:46.173147+00:00 IST

Believers to observe Navratri fasting with utmost divinity amid coronavirus scare

New Delhi [India], Mar 23 (ANI): The nine-day long Navratri festival, the celebration of goddess Durga, is one among many festivals, observed by many devotees with much spiritual fervour every year.

2020-03-23T13:40:10.609889+00:00 IST

Four-day 'Butterfly Meet' held in Arunachal's Namdapha National Park

Changlang (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], Mar 19 (ANI): To conserve the diverse yet rare species of butterflies in Arunachal Pradesh, a four-day-long 'Butterfly Meet ' was recently held in the Namdapha National Park which is situated in the state's Changlang district.

2020-03-19T11:05:24.601573+00:00 IST

Plastic ban generates employment for women in rural Rajasthan

Ajmer (Rajasthan) [India], Mar 14 (ANI): The bid by the states to combat the use of plastic is not only beneficial for the environment but has also brought favourable outcome to many women providing them with job opportunities, especially in rural belts.

2020-03-14T14:44:04.600177+00:00 IST

Devotees celebrate 'Hola Mohalla' at Golden Temple, Amritsar

Amritsar [Punjab], Mar 10 (ANI): On the special occasion of 'Hola Mohalla' or Warrior Holi today, thousands of devotees thronged to seek blessings at the Golden Temple here.

2020-03-10T05:55:46.285418+00:00 IST

Holika Dehen, the legend and significance

New Delhi [India], Mar 9 (ANI): The festival of Holi that celebrates the spirit of inclusiveness and humanity heralds the onset of spring after winters in the Indian subcontinent.

2020-03-09T07:50:01.511074+00:00 IST

At Purani Dilli, communities gather to keep alive tradition of celebrating Holi

New Delhi [India], Mar 9 (ANI): From historic monuments to some of the most ancient worship places, the narrow streets of Old Delhi behold a lot of what constitutes the soul of the national capital.

2020-03-09T05:50:01.779522+00:00 IST

Herbal colours for Holi in greater demand than synthetic ones

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], Mar 8 (ANI): As the festival of colours is around the corner and the colours' manufacturers are busy packing their products, the demand of herbal colours this year is witnessing a surge.

2020-03-08T18:23:37.776297+00:00 IST

Razia Sultana - South Asia's first female ruler

New Delhi [India], Mar 8 (ANI): The International Women's Day is the celebration of womanhood, of contributions and sacrifices made by many female leaders, including number of powerful women who have shaped the course of history with their intelligence, strength, passion, and leadership qualities.

2020-03-08T10:59:17.210801+00:00 IST

#SheInspiresUs: Women of courage from across India

New Delhi [India], Mar 8 (ANI): PM Modi's #SheInspiresUs social media campaign cherishes the achievements of the countless female heroes who are breaking free from the chains of subjugation and are making a mark of their own in various fields.

2020-03-08T05:54:27.495200+00:00 IST

Record-breaking mountaineer Anshu Jamsenpa shares her inspiring story

New Delhi [India], Mar 8 (ANI): As the nation salutes the achievements and struggles of the Indian women on the International Women's Day, the story of Anshu Jamsenpa certainly deserves a special mention.

2020-03-08T05:38:46.790484+00:00 IST

This female auto driver from Patna shattering all gender stereotypes

Patna (Bihar) [India], Mar 8 (ANI): After Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the #SheIinspiresUs social media campaign on the occasion of International Women's Day, several stories of women shattering gender stereotypes have come to the fore.

2020-03-08T04:14:40.029831+00:00 IST

Why is Holi losing its colour? A millennial perspective

New Delhi [India], Mar 7 (ANI): In the past few years, the festival of colours seems to have lost the fervour with which it was once celebrated. The very mention of Holi invokes the images of flying "gulaal", large communal celebrations and tasty treats, but it is quite undeniable that its vibe is dampening with each successive year.

2020-03-07T13:57:14.648020+00:00 IST

International Women's Day: Digitisation, wind beneath wings of women entrepreneurs

New Delhi [India], Mar 7 (ANI): The recent wave of digitisation coupled with entrepreneurship is lending a helping hand to young women in breaking the glass ceilings and emerging out as warriors.

2020-03-07T10:47:04.444007+00:00 IST

Homemakers: A tribute to the unsung heroes on Women's Day

New Delhi [India], Mar 6 (ANI): The International Women's Day is celebrated as a tribute to womanhood and the indomitable female spirit. However, there's a general tendency among people to overemphasise upon the achievements of working women - not to say it is not worthy of appreciation - but this, in many ways sidelines the valuable role homemakers play in our society.

2020-03-06T09:43:43.621470+00:00 IST

International Women's Day: Men acknowledge, lend support and want them empowered

New Delhi [India], Mar 6 (ANI): Ahead of the International Women's Day, men have emerged as the biggest supporters for the cause to make every single day into a special day for all women in their lives.

2020-03-06T09:34:33.459309+00:00 IST

Avoid toxic dyes, try turmeric, henna and chandan to make Holi colours

New Delhi [India], Mar 5 (ANI): As the festival of colours is just around the corner, the soaring scent of spring flowers swirls in the air. But before you go on a shopping spree for a myriad of colours and lots of spray guns, to play Holi with your near and dear ones, a word of caution from experts -- stay away from harmful synthetic colours for they may leave you with itchy skin, dry hair and burning eyes.

2020-03-05T14:16:27.412850+00:00 IST

Holi: How to prevent the festival of colours from turning your pet's day grey!

New Delhi [India], Mar 5 (ANI): If you get hit by water balloons or splashed with colours while strolling in your garden, you know 'Holi' is around the corner!

2020-03-05T10:45:34.813237+00:00 IST