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Rajni Pandey is a seasoned content creator with over 15 years of experience crafting compelling stories for digital news platforms. Specializing in diverse topics such as travel, education, jobs, science, wildlife, religion, politics, and astrology, she excels at transforming trending human-interest stories into engaging reads for a wide audience.

JEE Main 2026: What Are Your Chances of Getting an IIT Admission? Last Year, Only 16.96% Qualified for JEE Advanced

EDUCATION

JEE Main 2026: What Are Your Chances of Getting an IIT Admission? Last Year, Only 16.96% Qualified for JEE Advanced

With more than 14 lakh students appearing for JEE Main each year, competition for IIT admission is at an all-time high. Here’s a look at the latest qualification trends, pass percentages, and what JEE 2026 aspirants can learn from them.

From Backbencher to CA: Father’s tearful reaction to son becoming CA is melting the internet’s heart

EDUCATION

From Backbencher to CA: Father’s tearful reaction to son becoming CA is melting the internet’s heart

An emotional video of a father breaking down in tears as his son becomes a Chartered Accountant is melting hearts online. A story of struggle, faith, and family pride.

150 Years of Vande Mataram: Lyrics, Meaning, and The Man Behind The Song That Ignited a Nation

EDUCATION

150 Years of Vande Mataram: Lyrics, Meaning, and The Man Behind The Song That Ignited a Nation

Celebrate 150 years of Vande Mataram — explore its original lyrics, English meaning, and the story of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, the man behind India’s national song.

From Newton to Curie: 10 Scientists Destroyed by Their Own Brilliance

EDUCATION

From Newton to Curie: 10 Scientists Destroyed by Their Own Brilliance

Brilliance often comes at a cost. Many of history’s greatest scientific minds pushed boundaries that changed the world — but in doing so, paid a heavy personal price. From obsession and isolation to tragic experiments gone wrong, here are ten geniuses whose own intellect became their undoing.

Bhutan Tshechu Festival 2025–26: Dates, Destinations, and Why It Should Be on Your Travel List

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Bhutan Tshechu Festival 2025–26: Dates, Destinations, and Why It Should Be on Your Travel List

All you need to know about Bhutan’s Tshechu Festival 2025–26 — a vibrant celebration of faith, colour, and culture. Explore key dates, destinations, and reasons why this sacred festival deserves a spot on your travel list.

Cornelia Sorabji: She was brilliant enough for Oxford Law, but not ‘male enough’ for a degree

EDUCATION

Cornelia Sorabji: She was brilliant enough for Oxford Law, but not ‘male enough’ for a degree

Meet Cornelia Sorabji, the first woman to study law at Oxford — denied a degree because she was female, yet determined to rewrite history for women in law.

How to Ikigai: 10 Japanese Secrets to a Long and Happy Life

EDUCATION

How to Ikigai: 10 Japanese Secrets to a Long and Happy Life

The Japanese concept of Ikigai translates to “a reason for being.” It’s the art of finding joy, purpose, and balance in everyday life. Here are 10 timeless Japanese secrets that can help you uncover your Ikigai.

Extinct for 50 years, India’s rare blackbucks make a stunning comeback in Chhattisgarh — here’s how it happened

SCIENCE

Extinct for 50 years, India’s rare blackbucks make a stunning comeback in Chhattisgarh — here’s how it happened

After 50 years, blackbucks are back in Chhattisgarh’s Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary. Discover how a five-year reintroduction plan brought this elegant antelope species from extinction to revival.

Ekadashi November 2025 Date and Time: When is Dev Uthani Ekadashi - November 1 or 2 as per Panchang?

RELIGION

Ekadashi November 2025 Date and Time: When is Dev Uthani Ekadashi - November 1 or 2 as per Panchang?

Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2025 will be observed on November 1. Know Prabodhini Ekadashi date, time, Parana, rituals, and significance of Lord Vishnu’s awakening.

Happy Halloween 2025: 150+ Wishes, Messages, Greetings, Images, Captions, Status, and Quotes to share today

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Happy Halloween 2025: 150+ Wishes, Messages, Greetings, Images, Captions, Status, and Quotes to share today

Celebrate Halloween 2025 on October 31 with 150+ spooky wishes, messages, captions, greetings & quotes to share with friends and family.

The 'Bird Village' of India: With over 100+ rare species, how Menar became a global model for conservation

SCIENCE

The 'Bird Village' of India: With over 100+ rare species, how Menar became a global model for conservation

Once a small Rajasthan village, Menar is now a Ramsar site and global model for bird conservation — thanks to its people who turned protectors of over 100 rare bird species.

She proved CV Raman wrong: Once denied admission to IISc for being a woman, she fought back and became India’s first female PhD

EDUCATION

She proved CV Raman wrong: Once denied admission to IISc for being a woman, she fought back and became India’s first female PhD

Kamala Sohonie’s inspiring journey from being denied admission to IISc for her gender to becoming India’s first woman with a PhD is a story of courage, determination, and scientific brilliance.

Every monsoon, these toads turn bright yellow for love; scientists say it’s nature’s dating app filter

SCIENCE

Every monsoon, these toads turn bright yellow for love; scientists say it’s nature’s dating app filter

During the monsoon season, male Asian common toads in India and Southeast Asia undergo a stunning color transformation — turning bright yellow to attract mates. Scientists reveal how hormones trigger this glow-up, calling it nature’s own dating app filter.

West Bengal HS Semester 3 Result 2026 to be Declared at 2 PM @result.wb.gov.in; Direct Link Here

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West Bengal HS Semester 3 Result 2026 to be Declared at 2 PM @result.wb.gov.in; Direct Link Here

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) will announce the HS Semester 3 Result 2026 today, October 31, at 2 PM.

They Called Him Crazy After 5,127 Failures But He Refused to Quit and Built a Billion-Dollar Empire

EDUCATION

They Called Him Crazy After 5,127 Failures But He Refused to Quit and Built a Billion-Dollar Empire

Read the inspiring journey of James Dyson — the man who failed 5,127 times but never gave up. From endless rejections to creating a billion-dollar global brand, his story proves that perseverance always pays off.

ICAI CA Result Date OUT: ICAI CA Final, Intermediate and Foundation Results to be released on November 3 @icai.nic.in

EDUCATION

ICAI CA Result Date OUT: ICAI CA Final, Intermediate and Foundation Results to be released on November 3 @icai.nic.in

ICAI will release the CA Final, Intermediate, and Foundation results on November 3, 2025. Check result timings, official website link, and step-by-step guide to download your ICAI CA Result 2025 at icai.nic.in.

10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam’s Most Popular Island — Phu Quoc

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10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam’s Most Popular Island — Phu Quoc

Discover why Phu Quoc is Vietnam’s hottest island destination for 2025. From visa-free travel and pristine beaches to luxury stays and cultural charm, here are 10 reasons Indian travellers love it.

Top 10 Travel Trends for 2026: From humanoid homes to glow-cations, here’s how we will travel next year

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Top 10 Travel Trends for 2026: From humanoid homes to glow-cations, here’s how we will travel next year

From AI-powered humanoid homes to skincare-focused glow-cations and astrologically guided “destined-ations,” Booking.com’s 2026 Travel Predictions reveal a future where every trip is personal, imaginative, and deeply self-expressive.

Nagaland Hornbill Festival 2025 Dates, Timings, Tickets, Top Attractions, and More

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Nagaland Hornbill Festival 2025 Dates, Timings, Tickets, Top Attractions, and More

Discover the vibrant Hornbill Festival 2025 in Nagaland — dates, timings, tickets, top attractions, music nights, food stalls, and travel tips for visitors.

Best Birdwatching Destinations in India 2025: Kochi Tops the List, Followed by These Cities

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Best Birdwatching Destinations in India 2025: Kochi Tops the List, Followed by These Cities

Discover the best birdwatching destinations in India for 2025. According to Agoda, Kochi leads the list this migration season, followed by Cuttack, Alwar, and Coimbatore — where travellers can witness flamingos, cranes, and rare migratory birds in breathtaking natural habitats.

Finland’s capital Helsinki is your perfect stopover for Nordic exploration: Here’s how to plan your itinerary

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Finland’s capital Helsinki is your perfect stopover for Nordic exploration: Here’s how to plan your itinerary

Plan your dream Nordic escape starting in Helsinki, the elegant gateway to Northern Europe. Explore Norway’s cinematic fjords, Stockholm’s royal charm, Copenhagen’s cozy vibe, and Finland’s serene beauty — all seamlessly connected through Finnair.

Meet the rare and mysterious ‘ghost flowers’ that thrive without photosynthesis

SCIENCE

Meet the rare and mysterious ‘ghost flowers’ that thrive without photosynthesis

Discover the rare and mysterious ghost flowers of Japan—plants that thrive without photosynthesis, studied by botanist Kenji Suetsugu.

How AI, automation, and integrated surveillance are making India’s large-scale exams more secure and transparent, explains Innovatiview’s Ashish Mittal

EDUCATION

How AI, automation, and integrated surveillance are making India’s large-scale exams more secure and transparent, explains Innovatiview’s Ashish Mittal

Innovatiview Founder Ashish Mittal shares how AI, automation, and integrated surveillance solutions are transforming the security and transparency of India’s large-scale examinations.

12-year-old award-winning wildlife photographer Shreyovi Mehta’s lens captures what many adults miss: patience, beauty, and purpose

EDUCATION

12-year-old award-winning wildlife photographer Shreyovi Mehta’s lens captures what many adults miss: patience, beauty, and purpose

At just 12, Shreyovi Mehta is already showing the world that age is no limit to greatness. In this exclusive interview, she shares her journey, inspiration, and message for young nature lovers.

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