West Bengal’s mandate for schools to sing the state anthem sparked pushback in Darjeeling, where the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration insisted on maintaining local Nepali anthems and prayers. This highlights how daily school rituals become arenas for negotiating language, identity, and belonging, revealing that shared citizenship doesn’t necessitate uniform cultural symbols.
Unlock the intense, retro-mystery aesthetic of Stranger Things for your own custom wallpapers using AI tools like Gemini. These prompts allow you to transform your image into a cinematic poster, complete with dramatic lighting, atmospheric mist, and eerie creatures, capturing the show’s signature visual language for striking digital art.
Exercise snacks are short bursts of movement that last no more than five minutes, and are distributed throughout the day. Instead of taking a one‑hour (or longer) workout, these micro‑sessions are quick, handy, and easy to slot in. Think of stair climb, a quick series of squats or lunges, a brief fast‑paced walk, or a…
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 host Mohanlal’s stylish ensembles, curated by stylist Praveen Varma, aimed for relatability and conversation. Drawing inspiration from the house, his career, and iconic films, each of the 26 looks told a story. The traditional mundu, a personal favorite, was also experimented with, showcasing Mohanlal’s fashion enthusiasm.
Farah Khan, appearing on Kajol and Twinkle Khanna’s show ‘Two Much,’ humorously attributed actors’ on-set affairs to sheer boredom during filming. She recalled her own acting debut, finding the waiting tedious. The episode also featured a lively discussion on secrecy in relationships, with differing views from Twinkle, Kajol, and Ananya Panday.
Several GMs were quick to play the Comfort Gambit – French GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, better known as MVL, among them. “I think it’s better that jeans are allowed, not all jeans of course, but normal jeans,” MVL told TOI on Saturday, his jeans paired with a casual shirt.
Weight gain begins subtly inside the body, with the tongue being the first area to accumulate fat. This internal fat buildup can lead to snoring, the initial observable sign of weight gain, even in individuals who are not visibly overweight. This phenomenon has been observed in studies, highlighting snoring as a potential indicator of developing…
Haryana’s top police officer, OP Singh, identified Mahindra Thars and Bullet motorcycles as high-risk vehicles often associated with reckless driving and rogue elements. He emphasized polite police checks and warned that drivers of these vehicles, along with high-performance cars, will face scrutiny. Singh also announced plans to bolster the state’s cyber police unit.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claims the BJP has stolen votes in Haryana and other states. He alleges a centralized plan involving PM Modi, Amit Shah, and the Election Commission. Gandhi presented data on fake voter entries and duplicate photos. The BJP dismissed the claims as baseless and an attempt to defame institutions.
Actor Tyriq Withers, known for his roles in popular films, expressed a strong desire to star in a new ‘High School Musical’ movie. He revealed a personal connection to the franchise, even performing a song from the film in his fifth-grade talent show. Withers is enthusiastic about the possibility of a remake and joining such…
