Japanese bento vs Indian tiffin: The fascinating differences behind two iconic lunch traditions |

Around noon, offices and classrooms across Japan begin to fill with the quiet click of bento boxes opening. Inside, there’s often a carefully arranged meal of rice, grilled fish, vegetables and a rolled omelette, every item tucked neatly into its own space. Thousands of kilometres away in India, lunch arrives with the familiar clatter of…

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10 baby names inspired by Celtic legends

Named after one of the greatest gods in Irish mythology, Lugh was celebrated for his mastery of many skills, including craftsmanship, leadership and the arts. Though relatively rare, the name carries powerful associations with talent, intelligence and creativity. Celtic mythology offers far more than captivating stories, it also provides beautiful baby names filled with history,…

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Word of the day: Sultry |

Some days seem to move more slowly than others. The air hangs heavily, there is hardly a breeze, and even the shade offers little relief from the heat. At other times, the same word is used in an entirely different setting to describe a person’s appearance or voice that carries quiet confidence and irresistible charm….

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Ajinkya Rahane Retirement: Ajinkya Rahane’s father let him travel alone on a Mumbai local at just 7; years later, what his father told him is a masterclass in raising independent children

Indian Cricketer Ajinkya Rahane Parents often wonder where the line lies between protecting a child and preparing them for the world. Should you always hold their hand? Or should you let go, even when it feels uncomfortable? One of Indian cricket’s most dependable batters, Ajinkya Rahane recently shared a childhood memory that beautifully captures this…

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John F Kennnedy Quote: Quote of the day by John F Kennnedy: “Ask not that the journey be easy; ask instead that it be worth it”; the one travel philosophy that can transform every vacation

Not all journeys can be measured in kilometres. Some are measured in the person you become when you return. John F. Kennedy’s timeless quote, “Ask not that the journey be easy; ask instead that it be worth it,” perfectly captures the spirit of meaningful travel. At a time when travel is only connected with luxury…

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Laid off after 10 years, Reddit user reveals how AI helped land a Rs 1.5 crore job |

Finding a new job isn’t just about having the right experience anymore. For many professionals, the bigger challenge is getting through multiple interview rounds, standing out among hundreds of applicants, and staying motivated after one rejection after another. As AI becomes a part of everyday work, many job seekers are now using it differently, not…

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Psychology says people who keep returning to Goa, Himachal, Kerala or same destination are not boring; it has everything to do with the human brain

Psychology says people who keep returning to the same place We all know of some travellers who keep booking a holiday to Goa every December, spend every June in Himachal Pradesh, or return to Bali every summer, or Kerala in monsoon. To some, it might look strange. After all, the world is full of unexplored…

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