What The Bhagavad Gita Teaches About Effort vs Outcome

The urge to master every situation often arises from anxiety, imposing mental strain. Krishna’s teachings urge us to concentrate on taking appropriate steps rather than obsessing over outcomes. Genuine strength is found in self-control, not in manipulating others. This insightful guidance unlocks liberation through daily management of our reactions and efforts. By embracing the concept…

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Your humble dhaniya is no longer free! Coriander prices rise above Rs 200 kg as heavy rains disrupt supply

Coriander harvested around Nashik is usually sent first to cold-storage facilities in Indore before being transported to Delhi. Dhaniya (coriander) and hari mirch (green chilli) have always been seen as the ‘freebies’ that the vendor gives when you buy vegetables. But the once-ordinary bunch of dhaniya patti has transformed from a complimentary add-on to a…

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A robot explored the waters beneath 5 Scottish wind turbines and found 121 types of marine life, including possible young deep-water corals

A robotic submersible descended beneath 5 giant floating wind turbines off Scotland, moving around steel structures, cables and anchors that sit as much as 80 metres below the surface. Its high-definition camera recorded a surprisingly busy underwater community at the Hywind Scotland Pilot Park, about 25 kilometres east of Peterhead. Across 41 structures and associated…

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8 key tips to deliver an effective and engaging speech

Independence Day Speech (PTI Photo)(PTI08_14_2026_000107B) Every August 15, students across the country step up to the microphone to speak about India’s Independence Day. They recall the courage of Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose, Rani Lakshmibai, Sardar Patel and countless other freedom fighters whose sacrifices shaped the country’s journey to independence.But remembering their contribution…

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IGNOU’s new one-year master’s route: 9 courses for FYUP graduates, re-registration deadline extended: Check details here

IGNOU has introduced a one-year postgraduate route for students who have completed four-year undergraduate programmes, covering nine disciplines across arts, commerce and humanities. The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced one-year master’s programmes for graduates who have completed a four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP). Instead of spending another two years on a master’s degree,…

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