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Beyond Light: How Table Lamps Shape Your Mood and Space

The overhead light in most Indian homes does one thing: flood the room with a flat, shadowless brightness that makes every corner look the same. A table lamp does the opposite. It pools light, creates depth, and, depending on how you use it, can shift your mental state more reliably…

Times Life · 1h ago

Rajapalayam dog: what Tamil Nadu's white sighthound needs in an Indian home

The Rajapalayam looks like a dog designed by someone who wanted nothing wasted. Milk-white coat, deep chest, tucked waist, and legs built for covering ground fast, this is a sighthound, and every physical feature follows from that one fact. Bred in the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu to hunt boar…

Times Pets · 1h ago

Bengaluru: Bihar worker arrested after posting AI-generated video of Vidhana Soudha being blown up

A shocking incident unfolded in Bengaluru when a 25-year-old worker from Bihar, Hazrat Ali Shoiab, was detained for creating and posting an AI-generated video that depicted a simulated bomb explosion at Vidhana Soudha, the government seat of Karnataka. This alarming video was flagged during police's standard digital surveillance. Investigators are…

The Economic Times · 6h ago

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What Cities Must Keep for Leopards, Civets and Jackals to Move Through

Every night, across the edges of Pune, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi, animals that most city residents have never seen are attempting to cross the city. A leopard slips under a highway overpass. A small Indian civet threads through a storm drain. A golden jackal trots along a dry nullah bed…

Times Life · 8h ago

How to Negotiate With a Contractor in India Without the Work Quality Dropping

The moment you ask a contractor to sharpen his pencil, you brace for the consequences. A lower quote accepted with a tight smile usually means something quietly disappears from the scope, a coat of primer, the better grade of wire, the waterproofing under the bathroom tiles. The fear is reasonable.…

Times Life · 9h ago

What Indian Men Say About Women's Weight at Dinner and Who Learns to Laugh

The comment never announces itself. It arrives mid-meal, folded into something that sounds almost like concern, a glance at your plate, a remark from a chacha or a colleague or a husband who thinks he is being helpful. Your body becomes a topic at a table where you did not…

Times Life · 10h ago

Taxi driver seeks Rs 3,000 for phone left in car, what Bengaluru police did next surprises everyone

A business visitor's account of recovering his manager's lost phone in Bengaluru has drawn attention online after a dispute over its return allegedly escalated into a Rs 3,000 demand. The men approached the Chikkajala police after spending hours trying to resolve the issue themselves. The officers helped bridge a language…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

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Bengaluru building blast injures two, battery explosion suspected

An explosion occurred at an under-construction building on Jarmia Road in Bengaluru, injuring two individuals. The explosion, suspected to be caused by a battery blast, happened during the early morning hours. Following the incident, one person lost a finger while the other sustained minor injuries and required hospital treatment. Authorities…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Gold rate today (October 21, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq

Gold rate today: Gold jewellery prices from leading brands such as Joyalukkas and Malabar Gold & Diamonds decreased significantly today. The IBJA's indicative rates for various gold purities also experienced a decline today compared to previous rate. Silver prices fell significantly, marking a notable change in the market.

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Two injured in suspected battery blast in Bengaluru

A suspected battery explosion occurred in an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Pulakeshinagar PS limits. Two people were injured, including a worker and a security guard, while interior work was ongoing. One of the injured individuals pressed the button of a battery torch, leading to the blast. Police have initiated an…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

How Swifts, Swallows and Sparrows Nested in Indian Buildings

Three Birds, Three StrategiesThe common swift (Apus apus) does not land on the ground by choice. Its legs are so short and its wings so long that touching down anywhere except a vertical surface is a trap it cannot escape from. For centuries, the deep overhangs of Indian havelis, the…

Times Life · Oct 21

European Donald on a mission to mould ties with India

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk is visiting India to enhance strategic partnerships in trade and technology. The visit includes talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding security and economic collaborations. Business programs in New Delhi and Bengaluru are planned to stimulate investment and innovation. Both countries aim to develop a…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Is Flipkart About to Challenge Swiggy and Zomato?

Ordering dinner through Flipkart could soon become a reality. The e-commerce giant is reportedly testing a new food-delivery service called Eat-in by Minutes, potentially setting up a fresh battle with Swiggy and Zomato. The interesting part? Flipkart may use its existing shopping app and delivery network to enter a market…

MyLifeXP · Oct 20

Ravan Dahan 2026 Timings: City-wise muhurat for Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Meerut and Other Cities

Ravan Dahan Near Me: Ravan Dahan 2026 will take place on Dussehra, October 20, across much of India. Reported timings include 5:48 pm onwards in Delhi, 6:12 pm in Mumbai, 6:30 pm in Pune, 5:21 pm in Hyderabad and 5:58 pm in Bengaluru. Actual timings may vary by venue.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

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The Economic Times · Oct 20

Gold and silver rates today (October 20, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities

GoldAs the Dussehra festivities unfolded across India on October 20, 2026, the prices of 22k gold jewellery saw a dip.Gold prices are one of the important considerations for those planning to buy jewellery or investing in the precious metals this festive season.

Times Life · Oct 20

What City Lights Do to Birds Flying Over India at Night

Birds That Fly by Stars They Can No Longer SeeMost songbirds, waders, and raptors that migrate over South Asia do it at night. Darkness gives them cooler, denser air to fly through, fewer predators to dodge, and a sky full of navigational cues, stellar constellations, the faint polarised light at…

Times Life · Oct 20

How to Time Your Dussehra Weekend Drive to Beat the Return Jam

Why the Return Jam Has a ShapeThe Dussehra return surge is not spread across the weekend. It compresses into roughly a six-hour window on the final evening, typically between 5 pm and 11 pm, because most families anchor their departure to the effigy burning. The moment the Ravan dahan ends,…

Times Life · Oct 20

Factory Tours Indians Can Actually Book: Plants, Mills and Breweries

Why a Factory Floor Beats a Palace TourThe smell hits first. Hot metal, fermenting grain, or the sharp sweetness of processed sugarcane, it is nothing like a museum. Factory tours work because they show you the thing being made, not a replica of it behind glass. India has a longer…

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The Economic Times · Oct 19

University of Liverpool opens Bengaluru campus with nearly 300 students

The University of Liverpool proudly inaugurates its Bengaluru campus, enrolling nearly 300 students across a range of programs. Marking its first international foray in two decades, this campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities that promote practical learning infused with local industry relevance. Collaborations with preeminent institutions and corporate partners have been established…

Bored Panda · Oct 19

Indian Tycoon’s Rooftop Mansion Has A Pool, A Lawn And A Skyline View, But Its Owner Can’t Come Home

Building a massive mansion on top of an already ridiculously tall skyscraper sounds like something only the ultra-wealthy could dream up. And yet, money can’t buy everything. Rich entrepreneurs still have limits, despite their vast resources and influence. A controversial businessman who planned a ‘sky mansion’ worth tens of millions…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Gold and silver rate today (October 19, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities

Gold rate today: With gold and silver prices constantly fluctuating, it’s important for jewellery buyers and precious metal investors to stay informed. On October 19, major jewellery brands adjusted their pricing, showing notable increases.

Times Life · Oct 19

Why Glass Buildings Kill Birds and What Actually Stops It

What a Bird Sees When It Looks at GlassA bird navigating a city skyline does not perceive glass as a solid surface. Its visual system, built for detecting movement, colour contrast, and open flight paths, reads a reflective facade as a continuation of the environment behind the viewer. A window…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Dussehra, Ayudha Pooja holiday alert: Planning a trip? Check rain, weather forecast for Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other popular destinations before leaving

Navratri, Dussehra, Ayudha Pooja, Durga Puja holidays: Planning a long-weekend getaway between October 19 and 24? The forecast varies across India, with rain expected in Pondicherry, Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Mysuru, while Delhi, Jaipur and Udaipur are likely to remain mostly dry. Check destination-wise temperatures and weather conditions before finalising travel…

Times Life · Oct 19

Mysore Dasara: Best Spots for Jamboo Savari and When the Palace Lights On

The Route, the Crowd, and Why Your Position MattersThe Jamboo Savari covers roughly five kilometres, from the Mysore Palace to Bannimantap grounds, and the procession moves at the pace of a decorated elephant carrying a 750-kilogram golden howdah. That slowness is both the gift and the trap. The procession is…

Times Life · Oct 18

How the Red-Eared Slider Became India's Most Damaging Invasive Turtle

A Pet Shop Animal With a Predator's AppetiteThe red-eared slider, Trachemys scripta elegans, is native to the Mississippi River basin in the United States. It gets its name from the vivid red stripe behind each eye. In a tank, it is docile, long-lived, and cheap. In the wild, it is…

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