A recent study published in PLOS ONE reveals a potential link between smartphone use on the toilet and an increased risk of hemorrhoids. Researchers found that individuals who use their phones while defecating are more likely to spend extended periods on the toilet, leading to increased pressure on rectal veins.
ITL Public School, Dwarka, has launched the fifth edition of its annual economics magazine, The Gen-Zeenomics Review: Economics Through the Eyes of Tomorrow for 2025–26. Aligned with NEP 2020, it promotes multilingualism and addresses youth issues like obesity. Featuring articles, poems, puzzles, and crosswords, the magazine aims to make economics engaging, spark curiosity, and offer…
Lucid dreaming, a scientifically recognized phenomenon, involves becoming aware within a dream and potentially controlling it. A 2025 study identified distinct brain activity patterns during lucid dreams, differentiating them from REM sleep and wakefulness. This unique state offers benefits like nightmare control, skill practice, and enhanced creativity, and can be learned through techniques like reality…
Ranbir Kapoor once questioned Deepika Padukone’s decision to star in ‘Cocktail,’ a film written by Imtiaz Ali. He admitted he didn’t understand her choice, especially with other offers from acclaimed directors on the table. Kapoor later acknowledged Padukone’s instinct was right, praising her performance even though he wasn’t a fan of the film itself.
In a prestigious ceremony by Indraprastha Schools Sahodaya and Delhi Sahodaya Schools Complex, Shri Sanjay Kumar, IAS, honoured principals and educators with the 6th Savitribai Phule Award for their exceptional contributions to education. Awardees included Mrs Rashmi Raj Biswal, Ms Alka Dhamija, and Ms Jyotsna Kumar, celebrating their dedication to academic excellence and empowerment in…
At 75, Shabana Azmi redefines timeless glamour in a stunning purple sheen kurta, which screams conscious fashion with a rooted spirit of heritage.
Class II students of Delhi Public School, Gurugram, honoured firefighters and police officers during a special visit. They learned about the dedication, discipline, and bravery of these community helpers while expressing gratitude for their service. The visit concluded with students tying handmade rakhis on the officers’ wrists, symbolising protection, trust, and the spirit of Raksha…
To manage the anticipated surge of devotees at the Maa Bamleshwari temple’s Navratri mela in Dongargarh, Chhattisgarh, the Railways have announced special train arrangements. These include extending the Gondia-Durg-Gondia MEMU passenger train to Raipur and restoring the Raipur-Dongargarh MEMU passenger train to Gondia.
Bobby Deol, seen in Aryan Khan’s ‘The Ba***ds of Bollywood’, is set to star in Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Bandar’. At 40, Bobby was told to learn acting, inspiring him to take challenging roles. Anurag praised Bobby’s confidence and improvisation, while sharing views on stardom’s impact on actors.
