Pictures showing masked men from Raulane festival in Himachal's Kinnaur have gone viral online. The festival honours spirits and fairy-like beings that come down from their celestial spaces to protect people during cold season. The words 'Raula' and 'Raulane' are used to refer to the couple (both men) who dance to perform rituals. Both of them wear masks and gloves.

The 'two-minute' rule is a productivity and habit-building technique that involves scaling down one's goals to a version that can be completed in two minutes or less. It makes it easier to start and overcome procrastination. For example, if the goal is to run five kilometres, the 2-minute habit would be to just put on shoes and step outside.

Polka Pop founder Gaurav Khemka says an IRCTC snack box on a 4.5-hour journey contained 46g of sugar, nearly double the WHO’s daily limit. Having been off sugar for a year, he called the combo alarming, especially in a country with over 100 million diabetics. Khemka urged IRCTC to offer healthier, low-sugar defaults for passengers.

Sarabjit Kaur, an Indian Sikh pilgrim who went missing in Pakistan during Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations, has appeared in a viral video allegedly accepting Nikah with a Pakistani man, Nasir Hussain. A copy of the Nikahnama also surfaced online. Sikh groups are demanding a clear and fair investigation into the incident.

Serving 'makke di roti' with 'sarson da saag' and arranging a two wheeler-driven 'jugaad rehri' are among the wishes of Dangon residents in Ludhiana, who hope to see them fulfilled on their hero Dharmendra's landmark 90th birthday on December 8. They are planning to send Punjab's winter delicacy to Deols for inclusion in the menu for the celebration day.

Shubman Gill's Punjab home, located in Firozpur (₹3.2 crore), blends modern elegance with his disciplined lifestyle. The entrance features a wide driveway lined with greenery, modern lighting fixtures, and sleek architectural symmetry. Gill’s living room is decorated with neutral shades, plush sofas, and subtle lighting. Gill has a dedicated gym inside his home.

Tollywood icon Mahesh Babu has an estimated net worth of ₹250-300 crore, earned from his blockbuster films, endorsements, and real estate. Bollywood-Hollywood star Priyanka Chopra Jonas, on the other hand, boasts a reported net worth of approximately ₹650 crore, largely driven by her acting career, international projects, and business ventures.

Young India cricketer Shubman Gill's net worth is estimated at ₹32-34 crore in 2025, fueled by his Grade A BCCI contract, IPL earnings (₹16.5 crore), and brand endorsements. He owns a luxury home in Punjab, a Range Rover Velar, a Mercedes E350, and a Mahindra Thar gifted by Anand Mahindra.

A picture of a man free falling in front of the Sun, captured by photographer Andrew McCarthy, has gone viral. "A surreal moment, captured despite the insane challenges. We call this photo 'The Fall of Icarus,'" McCarthy said, while sharing a video showing how the picture was captured. "Absolutely insane," a social media user wrote while reacting to the picture.

A VBIED, or Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device, is a bomb hidden inside a vehicle and used to cause maximum damage in crowded areas. In Delhi's Red Fort attack, Dr Umar turned a car into VBIED after securing it with the help of Amir Rashid Ali. Umar drove the explosive-packed vehicle himself, causing a blast that killed at least 13 people.

Young unemployed adults in China are showcasing days spent in bed- doom scrolling, snoozing and ordering takeout, across social media platforms like Weibo, RedNote and Douyin, while rejecting pace of corporate life. The trend reflects deeper burnout among China's youth. These young adults are calling themselves 'rat people'. While critics see it as apathy, supporters argue it's a coping mechanism.

In a shocking case of identity theft and GST fraud, a labourer from Bohna Chowk, Moga, Punjab received a notice of ₹35 crore from the GST Department, leaving his family stunned and terrified. Ajmer Singh, who earns his livelihood through daily-wage labour, said he had "no idea how such a huge amount" could be linked to him.

Nyayanidhi has raised $2 million in a seed round led by 3one4 Capital to strengthen its AI-powered litigation platform. The Bengaluru startup aims to speed up documentation, translations, and filings, expand its advocate network, and deepen collaborations with courts and government bodies, building a more predictable, efficient digital infrastructure for India’s litigation ecosystem.

The term 'rat people' was coined by Chinese Gen Z for young adults opposing the country's gruelling work/corporate culture, also known as the '996' system. The term is used for Gen Z, who are embracing "living like a rat" by not showering or leaving their houses, sometimes for days. This movement started on social media platforms like Weibo and RedNote.

As the nation observes 350th martyrdom anniversary of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, Sobha Singh’s serene 1975 portrait of Guru Tegh Bahadur has taken pride of place in the celebrations. Housed at Andretta studio-gallery in Himachal Pradesh, the painting is deeply researched, symbolic, meditative. It is being used widely by government, Sikh organisations for print and digital tributes.

An Indian man was subjected to racism when the selfie he posted announcing his visit to Argentina was filled with hateful comments. Subsequently, Argentinians posted messages on his X post, welcoming him to the country. "Argentina is a great place to be, live and build," one person wrote, while another said, "We are happy to have you in our country."

Pictures showing from Raulane festival, which is celebrated in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur, have gone viral online. The visuals show men dressed as bride and groom with faces covered in traditional cloth and masks. Social media users reacted to this saying, "This should be patented," "Looks like something Illuminati would do," and "Looks like a scene from an adventure fantasy film."

A man in China whose late wife became the country's first person to undergo cryogenic preservation has drawn public scrutiny after forming a new relationship, SCMP reported. Gui Junmin, 57, decided in 2017 to have his wife cryogenically preserved after she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. He emphasised the relationship didn't alter his feelings for his wife.

Observational studies indicate that while higher vegetable and fruit intake may modestly reduce some cancer risks, no robust evidence supports the claim that weekly consumption of specific foods alone prevents cancer. Oncologist Dr Manish Singhal emphasised that broader dietary patterns and lifestyle choices matter more.

In Maharashtra, after a 13-year-old girl from Palghar's Vasai died, MNS workers reached the school and locked it in protest, demanding strict action. Local MNS functionary Sachin More said the girl reportedly had asthma and breathing issues and could not handle the punishment of 100 sit-ups with her schoolbag. Police have filed an accidental death report and are awaiting the post-mortem findings.

A second-year Kerala student, Malik, has gone missing in Mangaluru after allegedly losing ₹3.5 lakh in a Telegram money-doubling scam. The naturopathy student borrowed the amount from friends and lost it to fraudsters. Police recovered chats showing his distress, including a final message hinting at suicide.

The Himachal Pradesh Government has initiated the preparation of a comprehensive master plan to upgrade and beautify major shaktipeeths and government-notified temples across Kangra district. DC Hemraj Bairwa said all Sub-Divisional Magistrates have been directed to expedite preliminary processes to kick-start the project. He revealed that experts from NIT-Hamirpur have already been roped in.

An employee took to Reddit to share his WhatsApp chat with his manager after he sought leave following his grandfather's death. In the chat, the manager asked employee to be available on WhatsApp. Reacting to the post, a user commented, "Problem is people...They take everything for granted." Another wrote, "You should really draw...line and tell him how wrong he is."

Four women in Jodhpur trampled their 16-day-old nephew to death with their feet in what seems to be a ritualistic murder. They believed that it'd help them get married. A video showing one of them sitting with the infant in her lap while chanting something has surfaced online. "I want the murderers to get the harshest punishment," infant's father said.

On an episode of Figuring Out With Raj Shamani, celebrity nutritionist Pooja Makhija reveals that Shahid Kapoor is the most disciplined actor when it comes to diet. She says he can eat the same meal every single day without getting bored. Pooja adds that Deepika Padukone also ranks among the most diligent and consistent with her food routine.