Lifestyle
Explore the latest lifestyle trends, wellness tips, fashion updates, and cultural insights from Odisha and beyond. Covering health, travel, food, and personal development, this section brings engaging stories to inspire and inform.
Navratri 2025 Day 3: Royal Blue Marks Maa Chandraghanta Puja, Timings & Rituals
Shardiya Navratri 2025, the nine-day festival of devotion and celebration, began on September 22 and will conclude with Dussehra on October 2. Each day of this festival is dedicated to...
Navratri 2025 Begins Today: Day 1 Dedicated to Maa Shailputri – Timings, Colour & Rituals
The nine-day festival of Shardiya Navratri 2025 kicks off today, September 22, and will conclude on October 2 with Vijayadashami (Dussehra). Devotees across India are celebrating Day 1 by worshipping...
Mahalaya Amavasya 2025: Date, Puja Timings, Rituals, and Spiritual Significance
Mahalaya Amavasya, one of the most significant days in the Hindu calendar, marks the conclusion of Pitru Paksha — a fortnight dedicated to honoring ancestors. It is believed that on...
Bengaluru Techie Calls Traffic a “Hidden Tax,” Claims Loss of 2.5 Months Productivity Annually
A Reddit post by a Bengaluru-based tech employee has gone viral, highlighting the severe traffic congestion in the city and its impact on productivity. The post has sparked widespread debate,...
‘Nano Banana’ 3D Figurine Trend Takes Over Social Media — Here’s How To Try It
The internet has a new obsession — Google Gemini’s “Nano Banana” feature, which lets users turn ordinary photos into realistic 3D figurines in seconds. The trend has gone viral on...
Dy CM Pravati Parida Launches “Healthy Diet Campaign” to Promote Traditional Foods
Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the “Healthy Diet Campaign” today at Lemon Tree Premier, Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the Department of Women & Child Development and UNICEF. The...
Sudarsan Pattnaik’s Sand Tribute to New Vice-President Stuns Puri Beach
Celebrated sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik paid a unique tribute to India’s newly elected Vice-President, CP Radhakrishnan, by sculpting a magnificent sand art on the shores of Puri beach. The artwork,...
Odisha CM Launches ‘Jeevan Zindabad’ Campaign to Combat Suicide and Promote Mental Wellness
On the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi issued a heartfelt appeal to citizens, especially the youth, emphasizing that suicide is not a solution...
Japan Offers Permanent Residency To Indians For Rs 15,000: Complete Guide
Japan has opened a new avenue for Indians seeking long-term residence, offering Permanent Residency (PR) for Rs 15,000. This move is expected to attract skilled professionals and families looking for...
Johns Hopkins Expert Debunks Sunscreen Myths, Stresses Importance of Daily Use
Sunscreen should be a non-negotiable part of everyone’s daily skincare routine, says Dr. Ashani Weeraratna, chair of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. In...
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