Ramgarh Shekhawati, once a thriving hub of cultural richness, is regaining attention for its exquisite artistic heritage. Established by the affluent Poddar Seths, the town is renowned for its stunning Havelis adorned with intricate frescoes, which tell the story of a prosperous era.
By the end of this century, up to two-third of all glaciers worldwide could disappear – an alarming scenario that threatens the future of water supply in many places.
Aadyam Theatre—an initiative of the Aditya Birla Group—has returned to Delhi with the launch of its seventh season, starting with the adaptation of Mark Haddon’s acclaimed novel "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time".
Tesla CEO Elon Musk caused quite a stir recently when he humorously posed as an Ozempic Santa on Twitter, and gave Ozempic pens as gifts to those on his “nice list.”
The book serves as a powerful resource for students, educators, and parents, offering an honest account of the sacrifices and perseverance required to turn a dream into reality.
In an exclusive interview with The Statesman, the festival founder Sushmita Singha, talked about the importance of reviving the art of oral storytelling, especially during the present digital age.
A focus on encouraging compliance with lower tax rates and improved enforcement would be more effective.
As per a cross-country World Bank study on sugar-sweetened beverages, India has one of the highest tax rates for carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) at a total tax rate of 40 per cent as of 2023.
The Gadhimai temple committee has not only decided to continue with the sacrifice, but they have also banned any filming or photographing of the animal killings during the festival.
According to the program head, teaching practical skills—such as completing bank withdrawal forms, basic calculations —greatly boosts women's independence and self-assurance. Geeta, a former waste picker who once felt anxious about traveling alone due to facing difficulties in reading numbers, now travels confidently back to her hometown in Begusarai, Bihar.
