McDonald’s iconic golden arches weren’t a grand design but an everyday observation. Facing chaos and high costs, brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald radically simplified their drive-in menu from 25 items to just nine in 1948. Image Credits: Cogart Strangehill, via Wikimedia Commons It may be easy to forget that the golden arches did not come…
Chandra Grahan is going to take place on March 3, 2026 that can be the rare celestial event. This will be a unique moment for all the skyewatchers and astronomers because the event will occur on the festival of Holi, which is a major Hindu festival and celebrated across the country with great enthusiasm and…
New Delhi: Nagaland University has opened admissions for its newly introduced four-year undergraduate science programmes at the Multi-Disciplinary Research Centre (MDRC), with applications beginning April 27 and the last date set for May 18.The programmes, aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, are designed around a flexible academic structure with multiple entry and exit options,…
Do not speak out in anger today. Mercury, your ruler, is currently in an unpredictable mood while Saturn adds suspicion; small talk can easily snowball into big trouble if fed.Hidden enemies may act, or you may simply feel watched at work. Don’t share your thoughts, strategy, or next move with anyone, even friendly colleagues over…
Daughter of legendary singer Anuradha Paudwal, singer-performer Kavita Paudwal is carving her own space while staying rooted in devotional music. After launching Kirtan Klub, she is now taking the format across India with an ambitious plan of 52 shows a year—blending devotion with a high-energy, community-driven experience. The journey kicks off in Mumbai on May…
Salman Khan is reportedly in talks with Farhan Akhtar for a massive period drama based on a celebrated Indian historical figure, to be produced by Excel Entertainment. The two have been meeting regularly to discuss the project. The film is expected to go on floors in the summer of 2027. Salman Khan has been keeping…
Actor Karunas shared a heartwarming anecdote about Suriya’s profound support during his wife’s difficult pregnancy, even praying for their child’s safe arrival. Years later, Suriya lauded Karunas’ son, Ken, for his film ‘Youth,’ calling him like his own son. This touching display of friendship and mentorship continues to resonate with fans. Actor Karunas recently revealed…
Nikola Tesla died alone in Room 3327 of the New Yorker Hotel on 7 January 1943, at the age of 86, and the scene quickly became more than the end of a celebrated inventor’s life. He had spent his later years talking about a powerful beam weapon he called “teleforce”, while newspapers ran with the…
Porto is a quieter surprise. Food costs here stretch comfortably across budgets, roughly ₹2,500–₹2,800 a day for budget travellers, around ₹6,000–₹6,500 for mid-range, and ₹14,500–₹15,000 if you are leaning into a more indulgent experience. At the lower end, that might mean bakery breakfasts, sandwiches, simple seafood plates or hearty local dishes at neighbourhood spots. Mid-range…
Flushing the toilet feels automatic. You stand up, press the button and walk away without really thinking about it. The sound is loud, the water moves fast, and within seconds, it is over. Because it feels so routine, it is easy to assume nothing else is happening. But what happens right after the flush has…