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Vande Bharat Sleeper is ‘too beautiful’ to feel like a train: “Train wali vibe nahi aa rahi thi”, a traveller’s honest review after her first ride

14

Aug

Lifestyle

Vande Bharat Sleeper is ‘too beautiful’ to feel like a train: “Train wali vibe nahi aa rahi thi”, a traveller’s honest review after her first ride

“Train wali vibe nahi aa rahi “ India’s new overnight Vande Bharat Express is impressing travellers not just for its speed, but also for its modern interiors, upgraded amenities and hotel-like experience. Recently a travel vlogger Saina Saiwan (@sainasaiwan), shared her experience on Instagram. She travelled on the Vande Bharat Sleeper and called it an honest review of her journey. Her reaction says it all. Despite being inside a train, she did not get the traditional “train wali vibe”. It was all because the upgraded interiors felt so polished and premium. The passenger looked clearly impressed with hygiene and washrooms…

14

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Scam 2010 true story: Who was Subrata Roy, the businessman who inspired Hansal Mehta’s show?

After all the successful previous installments, Hansal Mehta is set to be back with Scam 2010. The story is apparently inspired by late businessman Subrata Roy, the founder of Sahara Group. The show, which is now in its filming stage, is going to intrigue you and show what it has in store for viewers. If the idea this time has grabbed your attention, here’s everything to know about the real story behind it.Image credit : Hansal Mehta/ IG | Hansal Mehta to direct Scam 2010Scam 2010 true storyInspired by journalist Tamal Bandhyopadhyay’s book Sahara: The Untold Story, Scam 2010 is…

13

Aug

By The Press Editor

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She became a mom at 18 while living in poverty and thought she was selfish; 18 years later, this American woman helped her daughter get to her dream college

Jeanice with her daughter Jordyn. (Instagram/@jeanicejperez) When Jeanice Perez became pregnant at 18, she was not sure what the future would look like. She knew one thing, though. She wanted her daughter to have a life that looked different from her own. Jeanice had grown up in Las Vegas and in poverty.“Being poor was just kind of the air we breathed,” she told PEOPLE. “Nobody talked about it openly; it was just the way things were.” “I learned really early what it felt like to make ‘not having enough’ be enough,” she added.28 Jul 2026 | 16:25Do you think social…

13

Aug

By The Press Editor

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‘Iran will stay in my heart’: Indian Ambassador Rudra Gaurav Shresth’s Farsi farewell from Tehran goes viral

Indian Ambassador Rudra Gaurav Shresth's Farsi farewell from Tehran goes viral A farewell video from India's outgoing Ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, has caught attention on social media after he chose Farsi for his final message from Tehran. After more than three years in the country, Shresth thanked the people and colleagues who were part of his posting and spoke about the memories he would take with him.His departure also featured a traditional Iranian farewell gesture involving water. Meanwhile, his next diplomatic assignment will take him to Türkiye, where he is expected to serve as India's ambassador in Ankara.Shresth…

12

Aug

By The Press Editor

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8 Indian dinners with over 30g protein that don’t require protein powder

If the word "high-protein" immediately makes you think of expensive supplements and protein shakes, it may be time to look back at the Indian kitchen. Many everyday ingredients already pack an impressive amount of protein. With a little planning, a wholesome dinner can easily provide more than 30g of protein without adding a scoop of powder. How much protein do you actually need? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight for the average healthy adult. That means someone weighing 60kg needs about 48g of protein a day, while a 70kg adult needs…

11

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Quote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: “If I have the chance to time travel, might as well go all out”; here’s why travel is the closest thing to a time machine |

“If I have the chance to time travel, might as well go all out” Imagine being handed a time machine but you have to follow one rule and the rule is: you can travel anywhere in history, but can’t stay there forever. What place would it be? Would you choose the old lanes of Varanasi or the glorious fight scenes of gladiators in ancient Rome or would you want to unravel the mysterious pyramids of Egypt or simply return to a favourite childhood vacation memory? Well, the possibilities are endless so choose wisely!For Arnold Schwarzenegger, the answer was not a…

11

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Musafir Cafe: Inside Jharipani Castle: What its architecture reveals about life in colonial-era Uttarakhand

Photo: Jharipanicastle.com Some places on screen are so beautiful, you almost forget they're real until you find out they actually are. That's exactly what's happening with Musafir Cafe, Vikrant Massey's new Netflix show, where a cosy hilltop cafe, framed in ivy-covered walls, misty mountains and old stone archways, has viewers convinced they've almost arrived inside a European postcard.Except this isn't Europe at all. It's Mussoorie and is actually real.The dreamy backdrop belongs to Jharipani Castle, a nearly hundred-year-old heritage property that's quietly been standing in the hills for nearly two decades before Netflix ever noticed it. If the show has…

10

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Man reveals cost of moving from Gurgaon to Bengaluru: ₹2.5 lakh deposit, ₹40,000 rent and more

₹2.5 lakh deposit, ₹40,000 rent and more Moving to a new city can look simple from the outside. Find a house, shift your things, and get on with life. But once the move actually begins, there are several smaller decisions and payments that come along with it. For one marketing professional, a recent relocation from Gurgaon to Bengaluru turned into an experience worth documenting after he added up what it took to get his new home ready.Shantanu Jain shared the experience in an Instagram video, where he spoke about the costs he faced during the move and the things he…

10

Aug

By The Press Editor

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Uae Visa Programme: Abu Dhabi launches free UAE entry visa programme for Indian tourists from August to October 2026; here’s how you can book

In a recent update, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched a new travel trade initiative that enables participating partners to offer complimentary UAE entry visas to Indian passport holders booking holidays in Abu Dhabi.The visa will be available between 1 August to 31 October 2026 and the programme applies to bookings that include a minimum three-night stay in Abu Dhabi. Under the initiative, DCT Abu Dhabi will cover the full cost of UAE entry visas for eligible bookings, reducing the upfront cost of travelling to Abu Dhabi while enabling travel partners to…

09

Aug

By The Press Editor

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What happens if you oil your hair after shampooing every time? |

Almost everyone has grown up with hair oiling. For many Indian households, hair oiling is almost a ritual. Mothers have been doing it for years. Grandmothers swear by it. Coconut oil, almond oil, mustard oil and all kinds of herbal hair oils have found a permanent place on bathroom shelves.Hair oil supports scalp health, reduces dryness, and helps protect hair from breakage.But there’s one habit that often gets overlooked: when exactly should you oil your hair?If you shampoo your hair and then immediately apply oil every single time, you might be wondering whether you’re actually helping your hair or simply…