‘Pathar Mela’: Shimla villagers engage in traditional stone-pelting ritual; sacred blood tilak marked
The ancient ‘Pathar Mela’ festival in Dhami, Shimla, saw a symbolic stone-pelting ritual between two groups, Jamogi and Katedu, following Diwali. This centuries-old tradition, initiated to replace human sacrifice, aims to seek blessings for regional prosperity and protection from natural disasters.
‘Train to Busan’ director bets big on tiny budgets after mega-flop era
Yeon Sang-ho pivots to micro-budget filmmaking with Paradise Lost after The Ugly’s shocking 50x return amid Korea’s blockbuster crisis.
Second hate attack in 2 days: Hindu temple defaced in Australia with racist graffiti; probe under way
A Hindu temple and several Asian-owned businesses in Melbourne were targeted with racist graffiti, sparking a police investigation into hate-motivated attacks. The vandalism, including racial slurs and the phrase “Go home,” has been widely condemned by community leaders and government officials. Despite the distress caused, the community has shown strong support for the affected businesses…
Day 4 — Kūṣmāṇḍā: Creation as a Smile
Navaratri’s fourth day honors Kūṣmāṇḍā, the Divine Mother whose gentle smile births the cosmos. The article suggests embracing creativity with tenderness, not tension, mirroring Kūṣmāṇḍā’s effortless radiance. It encourages finding joy in simple acts, transforming them into sacred offerings.
SBI CBO result 2025 declared at sbi.co.in: Check direct link to download scorecards here
The State Bank of India (SBI) has declared the results for the Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment Examination 2025, aiming to fill 2,964 vacancies nationwide. The exam included a 120-mark objective test and a 50-mark descriptive test. Candidates can check the merit list on sbi.bank.in by following the official steps to download and save their…
‘Ice Age 6′: Official title, release date and more deets revealed
The ‘Ice Age’ franchise is set to return with a sixth installment titled ‘Ice Age: Boiling Point’, slated for release on February 5, 2027. Disney revealed the new title and release date at the Destination D23 event. The film promises a dinosaur-and-lava-filled adventure, reuniting Manny, Sid, Diego, Ellie, Scrat, and Buck as they explore uncharted…
The Amazing Spider-Decorator: Why arachnids are nature’s best interior decorators
Sardinian spiders are decorating their webs with elaborate patterns, baffling scientists for years. New research suggests these ‘stabilimenta’ aren’t just for show but act as acoustic architecture, redirecting vibrations to help spiders detect prey faster. This discovery could inspire advanced vibration sensors for human technology.
Travis Kelce consoles teary-eyed Taylor Swift after she opens up about getting her masters back: ‘This will affect the rest of my life’
Taylor Swift shared emotional details on the New Heights podcast about reclaiming her masters, revealing Travis Kelce’s supportive reaction. She also recounted Kelce’s persistent, almost comical, attempts to meet her during her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City. Swift playfully described his efforts as a ‘wild romantic gesture’ reminiscent of an ’80s movie, ultimately leading…