Rishikesh offers diverse learning experiences beyond rafting and yoga, including pottery workshops, sound healing sessions, aerial yoga, jewellery making, music classes, and handpan lessons. Visitors can engage in short daily workshops or multi-day retreats, embracing a Hobbiday approach to holidays focused on hobbies and personal growth. The town features studios in Tapovan for hands-on activities like crocheting, cooking Pahadi cuisine, and crafting silver pendants, transforming vacations into curiosity-driven journeys without long commitments.

Omakase, a Japanese concept meaning "I leave it to you," is transforming Delhi's bar scene. Patrons fill forms with preferences like gin-based, sweet-and-sour drinks, and mixologists create bespoke cocktails, such as vodka infused with amla murabba or Parle-G biscuit flavors. This surprise element, rooted in trust, appeals to those weary of choices, offering personalized experiences at bars like Call Me Ten and PCO. It extends from traditional sushi meals to experimental Indian dining, blending global trends with local tastes in cocktail culture.

Mumbai resident Mahek Shah shared a heartwarming Instagram reel of her conversation with a young girl selling flowers on the road, initially refusing but moved by the girl's warm smile and gesture. The girl offered the flower for any amount, gratefully accepting payment with thanks. Shah, who dislikes flowers for withering quickly, noted the exchange brightened her day and encouraged supporting vendors as small acts bring joy. The video highlights simple kindness restoring faith in humanity amid daily struggles.

Zhou Yuan, dubbed the "Godmother of Sexual Intelligence," built a lucrative empire earning over Rs 31 crore through courses teaching women seduction techniques to "rejuvenate marriages" and attract men. Her methods included specific body stances, eye contact, voice modulation, and flirtatious phrases. Controversy arose over accusations of objectifying women and promoting manipulative values, leading to a social media ban and investigation by Chinese authorities in Changsha. Part of a broader crackdown on "relationship mentors," her case reflects state scrutiny on content seen as pandering to men or encouraging transactional dynamics.

Rosy Neha Singh, a Bihari beautician-turned-cook, went viral as 'Russian girl' after a humorous video clarifying her origins, but fame brought trolls, harassment, and stalkers to her litti-chicken stall. Regretting the chase for views on Instagram, she closed shop, yearning for peace over popularity.

Booking for Republic Day 2026 parade tickets opens January 5 online and offline. Prices range Rs 20-500; full dress rehearsal and Beating Retreat also available. Limited seats; ID proof mandatory for entry at Kartavya Path celebrations.

A video of shirtless young men dancing with hookahs and liquor in heavy snowfall near Manali has gone viral, drawing sharp criticism for damaging plants and littering. Netizens slam lack of civic sense; police launch probe into public nuisance and environmental harm in fragile Himalayan ecosystem.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated a grand exhibition of the sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha at the National Museum in Delhi on January 3, 2026. The ancient artifacts have drawn thousands of visitors, including international delegates. In his address, PM Modi connected Buddha's teachings of peace to modern global challenges. The event highlights India's rich Buddhist heritage and soft power, featuring interactive displays and VR experiences.