Lifestyle

Chennai: Students pray to Lord Ganesha to save Amazon forest

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], Aug 31 (ANI): While most part of the country is all prepared to welcome Ganpati on Ganesh Chaturthi, a few school students took the opportunity to spread the message of saving Amazon forest, to the world.

2019-08-31T17:49:30.295139+00:00 IST

Try digital detox while you travel next!

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): While we humans are always on a bumpy emotional ride, it is necessary to sometimes disconnect from the virtual world.

2019-08-31T17:46:46.372785+00:00 IST

Golden Temple illuminates on 415th anniversary of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Parkash Parv

Amritsar (Punjab) [India], Aug 31 (ANI): The Harmandar Sahib, popularly known as Golden Temple, shone brighter as it was illuminated by lights and candles on the occasion of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Parkash Utsav on Saturday.

2019-08-31T17:21:16.722443+00:00 IST

Honeymooning in Hawaii? Do visit these 6 spots!

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): The enthralling, picturesque beauty of the Hawaiin islands are a major attraction to newlyweds! Every year, thousands of couple plan a visit to the scenic island. If you are one of them, don't miss out on some of the most dramatic sceneries in the United States.

2019-08-31T17:16:47.202930+00:00 IST

'Emotionally stable people show more spending tendency during vacations'

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): If you are an emotionally stable person, you are likely to splurge more during the holiday season than those who are nervous with lower stress-threshold (higher neuroticism).

2019-08-31T16:46:31.893764+00:00 IST

60 gram of nuts a day can improve sexual functions

Washington D.C. (USA), July 31 (ANI): Consuming as little as 60 grams nuts a day can improve sexual functions, a study has suggested.

2019-08-31T16:45:16.348465+00:00 IST

Study says sad dads spank more

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): Depression in fathers can negatively affect a young child's health and development. As compared to their non-depressed counterparts, depressed fathers are nearly four times more likely to spank their children, claims a study.

2019-08-31T16:16:33.175318+00:00 IST

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Here is some surprise for all adventure seekers

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], Nov 3 (ANI): Looking for some adventure?

2017-11-03T11:02:26.213220+00:00 IST

President Kovind inaugurates 21st WFMH World Congress 2017

New Delhi [India], Nov 2 (ANI): The 21st WFMH World Congress, organised by The World Federation of Mental Health, the largest global alliance of mental health professionals, national health associations, NGOs, policy experts, and other institutions, was inaugurated by the President of India, Ram Nath Kovind at The Ashok, New Delhi today.

2017-11-02T15:40:13.560649+00:00 IST

NE observes Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with enthusiasm

New Delhi [India], November 2 (ANI): The northeastern states of Manipur, Shillong and Tripura have organised 'Run For Unity' marathons to commemorate 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' on the 142nd birth anniversary of India's first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

2017-11-02T13:03:08.010675+00:00 IST

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Why moles are found on particular parts of body?

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): The occurrence of a mole on one's body might seem random, but there's some science behind this too!

2019-08-31T16:10:19.769731+00:00 IST

Food

Iron lessens green tea's benefits: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): Green tea is touted for its many health benefits as a powerful antioxidant, but experiment on a mouse model of inflammatory bowel disease suggests that consuming green tea along with dietary iron may reduce green tea's benefits.

2019-08-31T14:25:38.935677+00:00 IST

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People judge chocolate by its packaging: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): Packaging is often the first thing that garners attention of a consumer and lures them into buying a product and Chocolate is no different, say researchers.

2019-08-31T13:08:44.787869+00:00 IST

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Try smelling your partner's shirt when stressed out!

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): The scent of a romantic partner can help lower stress levels, found researchers.

2019-08-31T12:43:31.482732+00:00 IST

Culture

From Chandrayaan-2 to Baal Ganesha, devotees take up varied themes to welcome Bappa

New Delhi (India), Aug 31 (ANI): While Ganesh Chaturthi is about celebrating the Ekadanta lord's birth, a lot of effort goes in perfectly nestling the god into his makeshift abode. From Chandrayaan-2 themes to a simple flowery decoration, each devotee is in a race with another to put the best set-up together.

2019-08-31T11:35:30.756942+00:00 IST

Culture

Ganesh Chaturthi 2019: Rules to abide by while placing Ganesha idol

New Delhi [India], Aug 31 (ANI): Shri Ganapati or Gajavaktra is one of the most loved Hindu deities. Not only is he worshipped and admired by Hindus, but is equally honoured by Buddhists and Jains.

2019-08-31T10:34:40.966936+00:00 IST

Culture

How 'modak' became Ganesha's favourite!

New Delhi [India] August 31 (ANI): Lord Ganesha, the Hindu God of success, knowledge, and wealth, is the foremost among all the gods and goddesses worshipped in the Hindu culture.

2019-08-31T10:03:00.111034+00:00 IST

Culture

These Bollywood songs will get you into the spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi!

New Delhi [India], Aug 31 (ANI): Even those who are not a part of Ganesh Chaturthi festivities are well versed with grandeur and pomp associated with the occasion and its all thanks to our very own Bollywood!

2019-08-31T08:17:14.178550+00:00 IST

Culture

How Delhi is preparing for Ganesh Chaturthi 2019

New Delhi (India), Aug 31 (ANI): If you think only the shores of Mumbai witness the grandeur of Ganesh Chaturthi, you might be mistaken! Over the last few years, the national capital sees as much fervour as the city in Maharashtra with idols of the deity lining streets and devotees queuing up to take the best one home.

2019-08-31T07:40:21.825775+00:00 IST

Fashion

Move over peep-toes, the 'big-toe' is here to raise the fashion bar

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 31 (ANI): We come across plenty of bizarre fashion trends and footwear are no alien to this. We have seen a number of uncanny shoes including fish flops, octopus shoes, and crocs, but giving them a good run for their money are the 'big toe' heels, the latest trend in the footwear industry.

2019-08-31T04:35:25.799137+00:00 IST

Culture

Ganesh Chaturthi 2019: From Modak to Payasam- a range of lip-smacking delicacies

New Delhi/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Aug 30 (ANI): It is that time of the year when big pandals are erected and grand idols of Ganesha are installed while people gear up to welcome into their homes 'Bappa', the elephant God during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.

2019-08-31T02:08:09.244444+00:00 IST

Parenting

Mother-child's relation might be affected due to parenting stress

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 30 (ANI): With parenting comes stress, and it can affect both the mother and the child, says a new study.

2019-08-30T17:48:51.367654+00:00 IST

Culture

First look of Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja revealed with Chandrayaan-2 launch as this year's theme!

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Aug 30 (ANI): The first look of Mumbai's revered and arguably most famous Ganpati idol- Lalbaughcha Raja was unveiled on Friday.

2019-08-30T17:38:23.842622+00:00 IST

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