El Niño is a natural weather event that affects countries across the globe. Every few years, this phenomenon causes changes in the climate, leading to unusual weather patterns, such as floods, droughts, and storms. While it might sound complex, understanding El Niño is actually quite simple once you break it down. In this article, we…
Mpox India Reports First Case of Clade 1 Variant of Mpox: What You Need to Know India has reported its first case of the Clade 1 variant of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), adding to growing global concerns. The case was detected in a 38-year-old male who returned from the UAE and was admitted to…
Raja Ravi Varma: The Visionary Painter Who Bridged Tradition and Modernity Raja Ravi Varma, one of the most celebrated painters in Indian art history, is often hailed as the artist who beautifully merged traditional Indian art with European academic painting techniques. Born on April 29, 1848, in the royal family of Kilimanoor, Kerala, Varma’s contribution…
Understanding Outer Space: Beyond Earth’s Atmosphere: Outer space is the vast, seemingly infinite expanse beyond Earth’s atmosphere that has fascinated humanity for centuries. It represents the boundary of our planet and the realm where planets, stars, galaxies, and countless other celestial bodies exist. But what exactly is outer space? How does it differ from the…
Top Hezbollah Commander Among 8 Killed in Israeli Strike on Beirut Amid Escalating Conflict The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has taken a dramatic turn, with an Israeli airstrike on Beirut on Friday claiming the lives of at least eight people, including a high-ranking Hezbollah commander. This latest strike, which left 59 others wounded,…
59% Turnout in Peaceful First Phase of Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Polls In a historic first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, an impressive voter turnout of approximately 59 percent was recorded, marking the highest participation in the past seven elections. This significant voter engagement highlights the evolving political dynamics and improved security…
The Hezbollah Pager Explosion: In a recent tragic event, at least nine people were killed and almost 3,000 injured in Lebanon after thousands of wireless devices used by Hezbollah exploded. These devices, identified as pagers, had been secretly rigged with explosives, allegedly by Israel’s Mossad spy agency. This event raises a critical question: why does…
Ayurveda and Natural Remedies: A Holistic Approach to Healing Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, originating in India more than 3,000 years ago. Its name comes from the Sanskrit words “Ayur,” meaning life, and “Veda,” meaning knowledge or science, thus translating to the “science of life.” Ayurveda focuses on promoting balance…
Student Dies of Nipah Virus in Kerala: Why Caution is Crucial The recent death of a student in Kerala due to the Nipah Virus has once again raised alarms across the state. The 24-year-old student from Malappuram succumbed to the virus on September 9, 2024, leading to a surge in containment measures and public health…
Vipassana Meditation: A Journey to Inner Clarity and Peace Vipassana meditation, one of the oldest forms of meditation, is a technique that encourages self-transformation through self-observation. It has its roots in ancient India, but thanks to renowned teachers like S.N. Goenka, it has gained global prominence. Vipassana, which means “to see things as they really…