Ajay Dutta displayed his work at Bholanath Dham Kolkata: A 102-year-old family tradition of releasing giant hand-crafted sky lanterns, or phanush, on Kali Puja came to an abrupt halt on Sunday after Ajay Dutta failed to obtain the licence the govt has made mandatory this year. Dutta had made 14 phanush for the occasion but…
General:The Moon rises today in Scorpio occupying your third house, boosting initiative, conversation, and bite‑size projects. A brief chat with a neighbor or an old acquaintance could be pleasant if it comes up. By midday the Moon shifts into Sagittarius in your fourth house, bringing household interruptions or a sense of restlessness that may clash…
As Jupiter transitions into Leo, it is advised to emphasize the North-East area of homes. The North-East is governed by Jupiter and requires decluttering to facilitate positive energies. Keeping the area bright and organized enhances wisdom and financial stability. Adding elements associated with Jupiter, like yellow items and educational books, strengthens its influence. Regular practices…
The love horoscope for October 31, 2026, highlights new romantic possibilities, honest conversations and family relationships. (AI Image) On Sunday, the Moon is in Pushya nakshatra, a day after Jupiter entered Simha. Jupiter is considered to be the planet of blessings and, in a woman’s chart, the significator of her husband. In Simha, Jupiter brings…
Prayagraj: A group of 10 women associated with Asharani Foundation, a self-help group led by Abha Singh, have created unique Diwali decor items using cow dung, including baskets, dining table tray decor, ‘toran’, wall hangings, mirrors, chandeliers, and idols of Goddess Laxmi, Ganesh and Kuber ahead of the festival.The demand for these eco-friendly products has…
A file pic of Chhath rituals at Rabindra Sarobar Kolkata: The govt has decided to keep Rabindra Sarobar out of bounds for Chhath Puja, to be celebrated on Nov 15-16. The announcement by state urban development and municipal affairs minister Agnimitra Paul on Tuesday has put to rest anxiety among environmentalists and birders caused by…
Varanasi: The festival of Annakoot was celebrated with devotion and grandeur at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham on Tuesday, on the Pratipada Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik.Observed in commemoration of Lord Krishna’s worship of Govardhan Parvat, Annakoot symbolises abundance, food security, gratitude, and reverence for nature and the divine.On the auspicious occasion,…
Kolkata: Despite rules prohibiting the sale of loose firecrackers, shoppers at Chandni Chowk market on Friday afternoon had the option of buying unpacked crackers in bulk, alongside a range of other fireworks, many of which appeared to be illegal. A TOI check of the manufacturers’ names printed on the covers of five products against the…
Rice is a staple food for nearly half of the world’s population. A study tested the droppings of 502 birds and bats caught in lowland rice fields in northern Guinea-Bissau. According to the researchers, insect DNA in the samples revealed 2,276 feeding interactions between 34 predator species, 18 bats and 16 birds, and 1,347 types…
wanted gangster nabbed by UPSTF Prayagraj: The Special Task Force (STF), Prayagraj unit, on Thursday arrested a gangster carrying a cash reward of ₹50,000. The accused, identified as Naushad alias Munna, a resident of Gonda district, was nabbed from the Hanumantal area of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, officials said.The STF claimed that Naushad was wanted…
