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The new gate at Sealdah station Kolkata: Eastern Railway on Thursday inaugurated a “Central Gate” at Sealdah station for faster access to mail and express trains. It is also planning an exclusive area for long-distance passengers to get app cabs.“The fifth gate will ease passenger movement, reducing congestion at the four other entry points, particularly for long-distance commuters,” said DRM, Sealdah, Rajeev Saxena. The dedicated passage eliminates criss-cross movement of passengers, minimizing congestion and helping those carrying heavy luggage.“Those boarding mail or express trains from platforms 11–14 can use the Central Gate,” an official said.Sealdah division is exploring the development…

You’ve been dreaming about that summer break on the sun lounger, book in one hand and drink in the other, for months. Now the dash to the airport gate, train station or hours-long drive is all that stands in your way.But what does the book you’ve just shoved in your suitcase say about you?”It’s definitely not a random choice,” says Edgar Dubourg, a cognitive scientist at the École Normale Supérieure in Paris. “Your reading list is basically a map of your personality. “When you pick a thriller or romance or horror or science fiction you’re not escaping your psychology, in…

More than 1,150 cases have been referred to the National Crime Agency (NCA)’s Cyber Choices scheme in the last eight years – nearly 600 of those were in the last three years.Authorities warn teenage hacking groups are playing an increasingly prominent role in serious cyber-attacks.Young, English-speaking hackers have been linked to attacks on major organisations including Transport for London (TfL) and MGM Grand in 2024, and Marks and Spencer and the Co-op in 2025.Individuals are also being increasingly targeted in hacks for their cryptocurrency holdings.”It certainly has become more of a problem,” said Paul Foster, who leads cyber prevention work…

As the Moon passes through your sign, you might find yourself making snap decisions that show your feelings. Dhanishtha Nakshatra is also associated with movement, social awareness and ambition. It can facilitate bold behaviour but, if timing is not right, disorder may occur. What to do today Select a personal goal that you can act on right away. This could mean a change of lifestyle, fitness, work, looks or study. Don’t count on motivation alone. Break it down into stages. Aquarians might get noticed by doing something out of the ordinary or by coming up with a new idea. What…

Meditation is practiced around the world to improve focus, reduce stress and support spiritual growth. While many techniques encourage people to focus on the breath, repeat a mantra or visualise a peaceful image, spiritual teacher Swami Mukundananda says the essence of meditation goes beyond what the mind can imagine.In a recent Instagram video, he shared his perspective on why true meditation is rooted in devotion rather than mental imagery. According to his teaching, the Divine cannot be fully understood through the material mind, but love and surrender can help deepen a person’s spiritual journey.Also Read What is Samadhi? Sadhguru explains…

Ganderbal, Jul 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday undertook an extensive tour of Ganderbal district, holding a series of public engagements and chairing a review meeting to assess the progress of key developmental projects and obtain a first-hand account of issues affecting the district.Beginning his visit, the Chief Minister inspected the ongoing construction of the New Bus Adda Road, a vital infrastructure project expected to significantly ease traffic congestion in the area. Stressing the importance of timely completion, he directed the executing agencies to expedite the pace of work so that the road could be dedicated to the public…

A heated confrontation took place in episode 29 of the reality show Lock Upp as the last task before finale week arrived. Ram Kapoor, Shilpa Shinde, Akanksha Chaudhary, Pamala Serena and Varun Yadav were the ones who were at risk and only one of them could be saved at the end, who would reach the finale week.Varun Yadav said he does not care what the other inmates had to say about him.The task involved the people who had come in to support/backstab the inmates, which gave a big shock to everyone. Especially for Shilpa Shinde and Akanksha Chaudhary, as Vikas…

Michael Jordan (Image Via Getty) Michael Jordan has said many memorable things during his career, but one quote continues to stand out: “I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” It is more than a motivational line. It explains the mindset that helped him become one of the greatest basketball players in history. Jordan believed that losing is a part of life, but giving up before you even try is something you can control. That simple way of thinking still inspires athletes, students, professionals, and anyone working toward a goal.What Michael Jordan meant by…

Mumbai: Days after the Supreme Court allowed state governments to register FIRs against protesters seeking Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke criticised the judiciary, saying there was a “huge question mark” over its ability to safeguard democracy in the country.”Democracy in our country is under grave threat because there is a huge question mark over our judiciary. The CBI and ED are being used to break parties. We saw it in our state when the Shiv Sena and NCP were broken with the help of the two agencies. All institutions of democracy have remained silent. It was…

Navigating hormonal health often feels like trying to solve a puzzle where the rules keep changing. From cryptic cycle shifts and unexplainable fatigue to stubborn weight fluctuations and skin flare-ups, body signals can easily be dismissed as routine stress or everyday burnout. Also read | Collagen, gummies, ashwagandha: Popping pills or wasting money? Medanta Gurugram doctors’ useful guide on supplementsYet, understanding these signals — and separating medical fact from online confusion — is crucial for long-term well-being. In this edition of HT Health Talk, a reader-centric digital series by Hindustan Times featuring medical experts answering your specific health questions, we…