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Delhi vs Noida: Which city gives homebuyers more space for ₹1 crore budget?

For a ₹1 crore budget in 2026, Noida offers significantly more space and modern amenities compared to Delhi, where the same amount often buys a smaller apartment or older property. While Delhi boasts established infrastructure and heritage, Noida's rapid development, including new airport connectivity, presents strong future growth potential. The choice hinges on prioritizing space and growth versus an established national capital address.
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The Times of IndiaLife & Style

5 at-home activities that can help children become confident public speakers

The ability to think is inbuilt but communicating thoughts isn’t. The world now rewards those who communicate their ideas confidently and clearly. This is where public speaking becomes an essential skill, especially for growing kids. While public speaking is often seen as a skill used for debates and competitions, it is much more than standing on stages. Public speaking helps an individual organize thoughts, communicate effectively, and thus develop self confidence. In a recent post, parenting influencer Surbhi Dhall shared five simple activities parents can use to help children develop public speaking skills at home:Mirror practiceThis simple exercise builds confidence without pressure. Ask your child to stand in front of the mirror and talk for one minute. During mirror practice, the child doesn’t need to prepare topics, even familiar topics like “My favorite food” or “My best friend” can work. With regular practice, children become more comfortable in expressing their own thoughts. One-minute topicsThis activity turns speaking practice into a fun game. What parents need to do here is write simple topics on slips of paper and place them in a bowl. Ask your child to pick one slip randomly, and speak on the topic for 60 seconds. Take turns to make the activity more interesting. Gradually, with this activity, children will develop confidence under pressure and learn how to structure ideas. Make the family their audienceAny child would take speaking more seriously when they know someone is listening to them eagerly and without judgement. Having a family audience also boosts a child’s morale. Occasionally, ask your child to present a piece in front of the family- a poem, a short story, or an interesting fact they learnt. Over time, standing in front of a few familiar faces can make classroom presentations and public speaking situations feel much less intimidating.Ask them to record their voice Many adults, when they hear their voices on recordings, they feel awkward, and over time avoid public speaking because they feel their voices aren’t good enough. Children can develop the same feeling. However, public speaking isn’t about one’s voice. It’s more about the flow, knowledge, and what values the matter holds. Record their voice when they speak and later when they listen to it, ask them what they like about their way of speaking. This approach will build self-awareness while protecting self-esteem. Story retelling Storytelling remains one of the most effective ways to build communication skills. Read a short story to your child and then ask them to narrate it back in their own words. This exercise will help improve your child’s vocabulary, memory, listening skills, and sentence formation skills. When children retell a story, rather than memorizing it, they learn to express ideas more naturally and confidently. What parents should avoid While encouraging communication is important, turning speaking practice into another performance-driven activity is what parents need to be cautious about. According to Dhall, parents should avoid:Forcing children to memorise speechesCorrecting every small mistakeComparing them with other childrenFocusing only on results and performanceExcessive correction can make children self-conscious and afraid of making mistakes. In contrast, a supportive environment allows confidence to develop naturally.In essence, parents should remember, children who feel heard at home are often more willing to express themselves elsewhere.
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The Times of IndiaLife & Style

The 5-minute bedtime ritual children remember decades later

Cherished childhood memories often stem from simple, consistent bedtime rituals, not grand gestures. Experts highlight that undivided attention, engaging questions, a shared story, a positive reflection, and a goodnight hug create lasting security. These brief, intentional moments, even just five minutes, profoundly shape a child's sense of being seen and loved, becoming treasured recollections long into adulthood.
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The Times of IndiaLife & Style

6 foods kings and royals in ancient India reportedly loved eating

Centuries later, they continue to hold a special place on Indian tables, making us realise that some of India's most timeless foods were once considered worthy of royalty. Scroll down to discover six foods that ancient Indian kings and royal families reportedly loved eating.
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The Times of IndiaLife & Style

Green urea push: Centre plans 7.24 lakh MT green ammonia procurement to reduce fertiliser imports

India is set to boost Green Urea production with a new roadmap, aiming to procure 7.24 lakh metric tonnes of Green Ammonia annually under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. This initiative seeks to cut reliance on imported urea and decarbonize fertilizer manufacturing.
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The Times of IndiaBusiness

Wig conspiracy behind Ketan's murder? Father says Siya Goyal’s family knew about his hair patch

The father of murdered Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal met the Maharashtra CM, demanding the death penalty for the accused. The CM assured a fast-tracked investigation and an SIT formation. Police revealed the victim was pushed from Lohagad Fort after the accused allegedly feared family disrepute if they eloped. Both suspects have confessed to the conspiracy and murder.
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Ram Temple donation row: Rs 80 lakh recovered during probe; all 8 accused sent to 3-day judicial custody

Eight individuals arrested in connection with the alleged theft of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple donations have been remanded to judicial custody until June 29. Investigators have recovered nearly Rs 80 lakh believed to be linked to the embezzled funds. Preliminary findings suggest six of the accused, employed by a bank's outsourced cash management agency, were directly involved in counting the donations when the alleged misappropriation occurred.
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'Let's play like Lions': Shreyas Iyer's first message as India's new T20I captain

Shreyas Iyer is set to lead India's T20I side against Ireland, marking a significant return to the national setup with added captaincy responsibility. Head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed confidence in Iyer's leadership, while the new skipper emphasized building a supportive and fun team culture. Iyer urged his teammates to play fearlessly and with belief, aiming to usher in a new era for the team.
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After 'banning' Anthropic’s AI, US govt now sends message to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

The US government has asked OpenAI to limit its new GPT-5.6 model to government-approved partners before any wider launch, citing security concerns. The move follows the administration forcing Anthropic to pull its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models offline weeks earlier. CEO Sam Altman called the staggered rollout not OpenAI's "preferred" approach, as Washington tightens oversight of powerful AI models under Trump's June executive order.
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India reign supreme! Shooters top ISSF Jr World C'ship medal tally in Germany

Team India has triumphed at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026, topping the medal standings with an impressive 24 medals, including seven golds. Young talents shone across rifle and pistol disciplines, securing victories in individual, mixed, and team events. This remarkable achievement underscores India's growing prowess in world shooting, with the NRAI crediting effective grassroots programs for the widespread success.
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Maheep Kapoor reveals she was bombarded with trolls after 'Fabulous Lives Of Bollywood Wives': 'Wanted to say screw you'

Maheep Kapoor, entering the world of reality TV at 48, found herself the target of unexpected online backlash about her appearance, especially from women. On Soha Ali Khan's podcast, she opened up about how this phase coincided with her pre-menopause insecurities, making the criticism particularly tough. Today, she advocates for the acceptance of aging, criticizing the double standards that celebrate men while women are often critiqued.
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