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Instead of Fining Him, Sikkim Cops Did THIS to a Wrongly Parked Bike - The Internet Is in Love

A small moment from Sikkim is quietly stealing the internet’s heart. No drama, no scolding, no fine. Just two police officers doing something unexpectedly kind. A bike was parked where it shouldn’t have been, blocking the road. Instead of waiting around to write a challan, they simply picked it up…

Times Life · Jan 31

Why Ganga Jal from Kashi Is Not Meant to Be Taken Home

“अन्तःसलिले येन तिष्ठति काशी सदा स्थिरा।” Kashi stands eternal, held within the waters themselves. Why is Ganga Jal from Kashi traditionally not taken home? This article explains the belief, scriptures, and spiritual logic behind why Kashi treats Ganga Jal differently from other places. It explores Kashi’s role as a moksha…

Times Life · Jan 31

The lost sea world of Thoothukudi: Historic remains at Korkai and Panaiyur uncovered beneath the soil

South India is full of surprises. Thoothukudi, for instance, might not look extraordinary at first glance. But it seems this land has stories hidden deep beneath the soil, waiting patiently to be uncovered. Panaiyur village, near Tharuvaikulam, recently became the talk of archaeologists. Marine fossils and seashells were uncovered while…

The Times of India · Jan 29

From Kamakhya to Kalighat: Where Goddess Kali Tests Courage, Not Comfort

Goddess Kali is worshipped for truth, not comfort. Across India, her temples rise at places where fear begins to dissolve and awareness slowly awakens. These sacred spaces are more than religious landmarks. They are emotional sanctuaries where devotees face ego, loss, courage, and surrender with honesty. Based on ancient scriptures…

MyLifeXP · Jan 27

Alex Honnold reveals ‘scariest thing’ about his historic Taipei 101 climb

Professional rock climber became the first person to free solo the Taipei skyscraper

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Alex Honnold thanked for ‘bringing Taiwan to the international stage’ with Netflix skyscraper live stunt

Ropeless ascent of Taipei 101 draws global attention and praise for Honnold’s bravery – but also questions over the ethics of such a stunt

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Airports across Asia reintroduce Covid-style health checks after outbreak of deadly Nipah virus in India

Thailand, Nepal and Taiwan rush to detect and prevent spread of Nipah virus from travellers

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Alex Honnold free solos Taipei 101 skyscraper in live Netflix climb

US climber takes an hour and half to scale one of Asia’s tallest buildings without ropes or a harness

The Guardian - US · Jan 25

Why Hanuman Protects Devotees in Kali Yuga

Hanuman is not worshipped because he promises an easy life. He is loved because he gives strength to face a difficult one. Hanuman is worshiped as a divine being in the form of vanara. It is also believed as 11 rudra and also he is the incarnation of lord Shiva.…

Times Life · Jan 23

Thailand’s endangered ‘sea cows’ are washing ashore – pointing to a crisis in our seas

The Andaman Coast has one of the largest concentration of dugong in the world, so why are numbers falling dramatically and what can they tell us about a biodiversity warning cry

The Guardian - UK · Jan 23