Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

A short video from a trip to Mauritius has quietly turned into one of the more uncomfortable mirrors held up to Indian society this month. Creator Vishal Bhargava, filming his travels on the island, asked a question that most tourists brush aside within minutes of landing: why does a country where roughly two out of every three people trace their roots back to India look nothing like India when it comes to cleanliness. It is not a small or symbolic majority. Mauritius has a population of close to 1.3 million, and Indian-origin residents make up around 68 percent of it,…

At around 8 in the morning, a Mumbai local train can look like a moving wall of people. Office-goers, students, workers, shopkeepers and thousands of others squeeze into coaches, hoping to reach their destination on time. For many Mumbaikars, this is not an unusual sight. It is simply another morning. But there is something remarkable hidden in this everyday scene. Mumbai’s local train is not merely a mode of transport. Over generations, it has become part of the city’s identity, routine and even its sense of time. The story began on 16 April 1853, when India’s first passenger train travelled…

As Ganeshotsav 2026 moves towards its emotional finale, many devotees are asking the same question: When should Ganpati Bappa be immersed, September 24 or September 25? The confusion is understandable. Social media posts, festival calendars and different Panchang references have led to mixed messages. For families preparing for the final aarti and farewell procession, the uncertainty has sparked conversations across homes, housing societies and Ganesh mandals. The simple answer is that the main Ganesh Visarjan associated with Anant Chaturdashi will be observed on Friday, September 25, 2026. But the story behind the date is much more interesting than a calendar…

That little date printed on your biscuit packet, milk carton or ready-to-eat food may tell you more than you think. But “Best Before” and “Use By” do not mean the same thing. When we pick up packaged food from a supermarket or order it online, most of us look at the price, brand and sometimes the expiry date. But food labels can contain different terms such as “Best Before”, “Use By” and “Date of Manufacture”, and knowing the difference can help consumers make safer choices. The issue has gained attention amid recent food-safety complaints and inspections involving packaged and delivered…

A Sunday trip to the bank may not sound like a plan anyone wants. But this Sunday could be different. Banks are opening their doors on September 27, even though it is a Sunday. The reason is simple: a three-day nationwide bank strike is scheduled from September 28 to 30, and the government wants customers to get an extra day to complete important banking work. The Finance Ministry has said that all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on September 27. The Reserve Bank of India has also approved the operation of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked…

Imagine reaching a government office for some work and finding only half of the usual staff at their desks. The rest are at home, but they are not on leave. They are working. That is the new arrangement introduced by the Tripura government. The state has directed departments to keep 50% of Group C and Group D employees in office each day, while the remaining 50% work from home on a rotational basis. The decision came into effect immediately and will continue until further orders. The idea is fairly simple. Fewer employees travelling to work means fewer daily journeys, which…

One day, a young boy stood on the sidelines collecting balls at a school court in Dewas. Years later, that same boy stood on the Asian Games podium carrying the hopes of a nation. Jay Meena’s bronze medal is not just a personal achievement. It is the story of how an unnoticed sport found a new hero in India. At the Asian Games, Jay Meena created history by becoming the first Indian soft tennis player to win a medal. The 24 year old athlete from Madhya Pradesh secured a bronze medal after reaching the men’s singles semi finals, a result…

It is 5 am, and hundreds of people across Indian cities are waking up early. But they are not doing it just to run. They are doing it for kachoris, tiramisu, modak, and something even more important: company. Across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, run clubs have quietly changed shape. What used to be a fitness activity has slowly turned into a social one. Running is still part of it, but it is no longer the main reason people show up. Take the Bikaner Run Club, which went viral for its kachori run. Runners finished their route and sat…

AceVector Limited has announced the launch schedule for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), with the public issue set to open for subscription on September 25, 2026. The company has fixed the price band at ₹30 to ₹32 per equity share, while bidding for anchor investors will take place a day earlier on September 24. The IPO will remain open for public subscription until September 29, giving investors five days to participate in the offering. The issue comprises a fresh issue of shares worth up to ₹287 crore and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 41.56 million equity shares…

Intercity travel in India is becoming more organised as mobility platform IntrCity SmartBus expands its physical infrastructure across key travel corridors and pilgrimage destinations. The company has announced the rollout of Mobility Hubs and Fresh N Up Lounges aimed at improving passenger convenience, reducing travel uncertainty and creating a more comfortable journey experience. At present, IntrCity SmartBus operates three Mobility Hubs located in Anand Vihar in Delhi, Katra in Jammu and Sangamwadi in Maharashtra. In addition, the company has established Fresh N Up Lounges in Tirupati, Katra and Ujjain. These facilities complement its existing network of more than 25 SmartBus…