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WorldDuring Pitru Paksha in Rajasthan, a tradition called Kiṛī-Nagarā involves feeding ants grains or food. This practice is linked to honoring ancestors and is considered auspicious. According to local beliefs, offering food to living beings during Pitru Paksha brings merit. The tradition reflects respect for nature, compassion for creatures, and reverence for forefathers.
News18 Hindi·3h ago·Rajasthan
TechnologyThe QWERTY keyboard layout dates back to the 1860s when inventor Christopher Latham Sholes developed the typewriter. His initial keyboard was mostly alphabetical, but by the 1870s, the QWERTY arrangement was adopted to prevent mechanical typebars from jamming. This layout was chosen more for business and mechanical reasons than for ease of use or technology.
HT World·30m ago
PoliticsIn Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, a woman was allegedly murdered over a money dispute. The accused slit her throat and then cut the body into nine pieces, which were disposed of in a canal. The incident has shocked the local community and police are investigating the motive behind the brutal killing.
Amar Ujala·12h ago·Vijayawada
BusinessREC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL) has announced the winner of its auction for a 765/400/220 kV AIS intrastate transmission project located at Balsane in Dhule, Maharashtra. The project involves building, owning, operating, and transferring the transmission infrastructure within the state.
Mercom India·just now·Dhule
BusinessUPS announced an exclusive agreement with TikTok Shop to offer no-box, no-label returns for US sellers on the platform. This service aims to simplify returns and enhance customer experience as UPS competes with rivals like FedEx by providing specialized, profitable services. The deal highlights UPS's focus on innovative logistics solutions for growing e-commerce networks.
ET Tech·45m ago
HealthDr. Joseph Salhab, a gastroenterologist from Florida, shared 11 fruits that act as natural laxatives to relieve constipation and promote healthy bowel movements. These fruits are rich in fiber, water, and plant compounds that support digestion. Incorporating them into the diet may ease discomfort caused by constipation linked to low fiber or sluggish digestion. Cherries are among the fruits mentioned.
HT Health·43m ago
News18 Hindi·3h ago·Rajasthan
During Pitru Paksha in Rajasthan, a tradition called Kiṛī-Nagarā involves feeding ants grains or food. This practice is linked to honoring ancestors and is considered auspicious. According to local beliefs, offering food to living beings during Pitru Paksha brings merit. The tradition reflects respect for nature, compassion for creatures, and reverence for forefathers.
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