Recent Views 15 In a world full of screens, deadlines, and artificial intelligence, the simple act of stepping into a forest can profoundly affect human health. Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing” in English, is not just a spa fad; it is a science-based, traditional Japanese practice, evidence-backed therapy that has the power to enhance the immune…
Recent Views 11 Rat This week, the Rat is surrounded by good fortune, creativity and love blend beautifully, making life feel smooth and exciting. You’ll notice luck flowing in both romance and finances, especially on Thursday and Friday. Unexpected gains or kind gestures could brighten your days, so stay open to surprises. Trust your instincts;…
Recent Views 11 Bengaluru: Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar Sunday faced a flurry of civic complaints from local residents during his ‘Walk with Bengaluru’ event at JP Park, where the public raised concerns over tree losses, neglected facilities, and encroachments in nearby areas.Many walkers said the park has lost much of its greenery. “We come…
Recent Views 13 Bengaluru: Following child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan linked to the use of cough syrups, World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of the potential risk of contaminated products being exported to other countries, especially through unregulated channels.In response to WHO’s letter on Oct 1, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation confirmed…
Recent Views 17 Belagavi: Onion prices plummeted in Belagavi amid huge market influx. The arrival of large quantities of stocked onions from neighbouring Maharashtra triggered a sharp fall in prices at the Belagavi market, with retail rates plunging to between Rs 15 and Rs 20 per kg, leaving local farmers facing heavy losses. In response…
Recent Views 12 Mangaluru: The state govt’s decision to extend undergraduate classes by a month across the state, in response to the delay in appointing guest faculty at Govt First Grade Colleges (GFGCs), has severely disrupted the academic calendar and undone efforts to stabilise university schedules post-Covid-19.State universities such as Mangalore University (MU) had meticulously…
Recent Views 12 I’m dismayed Noel didn’t back me as Tata Sons director: Mehli MUMBAI: Differences in Tata Trusts, one of India’s oldest philanthropic institutions, which opened up on September 11 during a board meeting, seem most stark on the issue of Mehli Mistry’s nomination to the Tata Sons board, as per minutes of the…
Recent Views 13 Mysuru: Many children in and around Padukote village in HD Kote taluk of the district were forced to drop out of schools as parents were not willing to send them, citing the absence of a bus service.However, a community-centric initiative by locals, supported by an NGO, helped these children finally get a…
Recent Views 9 Azam Khan gets Y-category security back LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh government Saturday restored Y-category security cover for Samajwadi Party veteran and former cabinet minister Azam Khan, who walked out of Sitapur district jail on September 23 on bail after spending nearly two years behind bars in connection with multiple criminal cases lodged against…
Recent Views 14 Education Department cuts 20% of staff amid shutdown, risking student support. (AP Photo) The US Department of Education has laid off over 460 employees, cutting roughly 20% of its workforce amid the ongoing government shutdown. The move comes as the department struggles to maintain services after earlier rounds of staff reductions and…
