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Explore, discover, and find

Look closely at the pictures and see if you can spot all the hidden objects.

Here’s an activity that can help increase focus and concentration. Search, seek, and find the 11 things are hidden in the picture.

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Look forward to…

Here are some of the important events of 2024. How much do you know about them?

Almost a week has passed by since this New Year, and before we know it, this year too will flash by. Like last year, this year has many eventful things to look forward to.

At least 40 countries will be going to the polls including India, the U.S., Russia, Iran, Pakistan, to name a few. This means that almost 40 percent of the world’s population will be electing their national leaders.

Then, there are space events that India is preparing itself for, as well as China’s Chang’e 6 mission which will aim to obtain soil and rock samples from the far side of the moon, and NASA’s Artemis III, a crewed mission that will fly to the moon and back.

As for sporting events, the Olympics will take centerstage this July and August, and the European Championship UEFA 2024, which will be a treat for football fans. The ICC Men’s and Women’s T20 Cup await cricket buffs.

This year also marks several significant anniversaries including the 75th year of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), 50 years since Operation Smiling Buddha, India’s first successful nuclear test, and the discovery of the Terracotta Army in China, one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites. The London Eye turns 25 and the One World trade Centre in New York City turns 10.

Try to find out about more events happening this year, through this game, by choosing the correct answer.

Icy wonders

Revel in the splendour of fantastic sculptures made of ice and snow. Start exploring now.

An annual event held in China, the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival is one of the world’s largest winter festivals, renowned for its magnificent sculptures and architecture all made of ice, and vibrant winter activities. The festival typically begins in early January and lasts for about a month, showcasing a wonderland of intricately carved sculptures, illuminated by colourful lights, creating a magical spectacle.

Visitors can explore ice castles, sculptures of famous landmarks, participate in ice-related activities, and enjoy various cultural events during this winter extravaganza. In fact, apart from hosting this festival, the city is renowned as the ice-carving capital of China. Skilled artisans create magnificent ice sculptures throughout the year. Harbin introduced the first tram system in China in 1899, making it a pioneer in public transportation in the country.

Snapshots from the event:

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Living traditions

Have you heard of any of these enchanting forms of traditional theatre practised in different parts of the country?

Over the ages, various traditional theatre forms have thrived in different parts of the country, with their stories and skills being passed on from generation to generation. Each theatre form echoes the timeless stories and expressions that define the cultural identity of the people.

Learn a little bit about five such theatre forms that are performed in different states of India. Move the slider to go from one to the other.


Photos: Wikimedia Commons, Thulasi Kakkat

Into the unknown

What are Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo and Vasco da Gama known for?

Humans have always had an innate sense of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge through the ages. Between the 15th and 17th centuries, European explorers set sail for different parts of the world to explore lands unknown to them and perhaps even colonise them. This was called the Age of Exploration or the Age of Discovery.

This memory game features the names of some of the most famous navigators in history and the regions they visited or ‘discovered’. Can you match them?

Fitness first

Uncover the spectrum of fitness routines through this engaging crossword puzzle.

“Uncover the spectrum of fitness routines through this engaging crossword puzzle.”

“Exercise your mind and body with this fitness-themed crossword! From cardio workouts to yoga poses, discover various exercises that keep you fit and healthy. Engage your brain while exploring the diverse world of fitness routines in this crossword puzzle.

Two of a kind

Spot the differences, New Year edition! Can you find all 10?

We’re here to wish you a happy new year! No, you’re not seeing double. There are 10 differences between the two pictures. Can you spot them all?

Seeing with the fingers

Have you heard of the Braille system? This invention revolutionised the world of the visually challenged. Read on to know more about it.

Today, the world over knows all about the Braille system and how it helps the visually-impaired communicate. Read on to know more about it and the reason why January 4 is celebrated as World Braille Day.

Click on ‘turn’ to get the answers to the questions and click on the arrow to move to the next card.

Grammar quotient

An adverb modifies the sentence and they can be placed anywhere in the sentence. Can you spot them?

Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. They can add to or change the meaning of a word. They enhance a sentence by describing an action or intensifying the meaning or putting it in perspective. A great way to spot adverbs is to look for words that end in -ly.

Here are some sentences for you. Can you identify the adverbs in them?

With a couple of adverbs by your side, you can add further description, describe an action, or intensify the meaning of another word.