Balveer Singh, a local flour mill owner, explains how community awareness influenced his business
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From wheat to multigrain, household food habits evolve in Bathinda with backing from Ambuja Cements
Household food habits in parts of Bathinda are undergoing a gradual shift, with families moving beyond wheat to include maize and millet as everyday staples. This change has been influenced by community level nutrition awareness efforts supported by Ambuja Cements as part of its ongoing social initiatives in the region.
The impact of this shift has been visible at the local flour mill operated by Balveer Singh. He began noticing a steady increase in requests for maize flour, even outside the winter months when demand was typically limited. As awareness grew within the community, customers started asking about healthier grain options and blends that could support long term well being.
This localised transformation highlights how awareness, access, and participation from community entrepreneurs can together influence everyday food decisions. Rather than relying on supplements or external interventions, the emphasis has remained on familiar, food based solutions that fit into existing cultural practices.
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Delhi’s nightlife embraces queer celebration with Pure Love’s Fake Wedding
The Kitty Su Pop Up IP lands at 24/7 Bar, The LaLiT New Delhi, with music, performance, and immersive wedding aesthetics
New Delhi, January 2026: Delhi’s nightlife will host a distinctive cultural moment this month as Pure Love’s Fake Wedding arrives in the capital, bringing a queer reimagining of the Indian shaadi to the city. The event will take place on 17 January at The LaLiT New Delhi, with the celebration unfolding at the hotel’s 24/7 Bar.
Conceptualised as a travelling cultural IP, Pure Love’s Fake Wedding has previously toured cities including Mumbai, Jaipur, Kolkata, and Chandigarh. The event blends performance, ritual, and nightlife into an immersive experience that reworks traditional wedding elements through a queer lens. From a dhol-led baraat and curated décor to mehendi artists and reimagined ceremonies, the evening draws on familiar wedding aesthetics while reframing them as spaces of visibility and inclusion.The Delhi edition is being presented in collaboration with Rainbow India and Rainbow Delhi, extending the event’s community-driven ethos. At its core, the Fake Wedding functions as both celebration and commentary, creating room for queer joy and collective expression in a country where same-sex marriage does not yet have legal recognition.
The night’s music and performance line-up features Veronica, Lush Monsoon, Fardish, Betta Naan Stop, Wacker Cracker, Hash Brownie, and Mysterious Munda, with DJ Triangle Edge guiding the evening’s progression from reflective moments to high-energy dancefloor sets. Together, the performances are designed to mirror the emotional arc of a wedding, moving from ritual to revelry.The choice of venue carries added significance. The LaLiT New Delhi has long been recognised as an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community, making it a fitting host for an event that centres queer narratives within mainstream cultural forms. By situating the Fake Wedding within a prominent hospitality space, the organisers aim to broaden the visibility of queer-led cultural expression within the city’s nightlife ecosystem.
Pure Love’s Fake Wedding opens its doors at 9 PM and is ticketed through SkillBox and Sort My Scene, with entry priced from ₹759. As the event makes its Delhi debut, it adds to the growing presence of queer cultural programming within the capital, positioning nightlife as a space for both celebration and social dialogue.At Prittle PrattleNews, featuring you virtuously, we celebrate the commitment and innovation. Led by Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is dedicated to sharing impactful stories that inspire change and create awareness. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube for more stories that matter.
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Menstrual health becomes a direct conversation as Namyaa works with Vyomini Social Foundation
The workshop engaged over 100 women from underserved communities on hygiene, myths, and safe menstrual practices, with kits distributed to participants
Menstrual health moved into open conversation as Namyaa worked with Vyomini Social Foundation to conduct a menstrual health and hygiene workshop for women from underserved communities. The session focused on practical knowledge, everyday hygiene practices, and breaking long-held myths around menstruation.
The workshop saw participation from more than 100 women belonging to rural and underprivileged backgrounds. Discussions covered menstrual health basics, hygiene management, safe practices, and the importance of understanding one’s own body without stigma. The format encouraged open dialogue, allowing participants to ask questions and share experiences in a setting designed to feel safe and accessible.As part of the outreach, hygiene kits were distributed to all participants. These included reusable menstrual cups, intimate wash, hair removal cream, underarm roll-on, and hair removal spray, aimed at improving access to menstrual and personal care products that are often unavailable or unaffordable for many women in underserved communities. The initiative placed equal emphasis on information and access, recognising that awareness alone is insufficient without practical support.
Speaking on the initiative, Prachi Kaushik, Founder and Director of Vyomini Social Foundation, said menstrual health awareness is central to women’s dignity and overall well-being. She noted that the objective of the collaboration was to create an informed environment where women feel confident understanding their bodies and adopting hygienic practices. Kaushik added that Vyomini continues to focus on breaking taboos around menstruation through education, partnerships, and grassroots engagement.Reflecting on the collaboration, Karan Gupta, Director of Namyaa, said menstrual and intimate hygiene should be treated as a routine aspect of women’s health rather than a topic surrounded by hesitation. He added that for many women in underserved communities, access to accurate information has remained limited, and initiatives such as this are aimed at taking essential knowledge directly to those who have historically been excluded from these conversations.
Namyaa positions itself as an Indian feminine hygiene and intimate care brand focused on advancing women’s health through awareness, education, and community engagement. Alongside its outreach efforts, the brand offers a range of plant-based personal care products, including reusable menstrual cups, menstrual cup wash, intimate wash, and hair removal solutions, designed to support informed and sustainable menstrual practices.Vyomini Social Foundation works at the grassroots level to advance women’s health, menstrual awareness, and entrepreneurship across India. The organisation has conducted over 15,000 menstrual health awareness workshops, reached more than three million women, and supported the creation of over 10,000 women entrepreneurs across rural and urban communities. Its programmes focus on education, advocacy, and behaviour change aimed at improving long-term outcomes for women.
The workshop reflects the shared intent of Namyaa and Vyomini Social Foundation to normalise conversations around menstruation and reinforce the idea that menstrual health is a right tied closely to dignity, access, and everyday well-being.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTub
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World Meditation Day Begins With 33 Hour Global Wave Guided by Dr. Tony Nader
Officially designated by the United Nations General Assembly, the first World Meditation Day followed the sun across time zones with synchronized sessions involving participants from more than 100 countries.
The first global observance of World Meditation Day concluded on 22 December 2025 with an unprecedented 33 hour rolling wave of meditation that moved across continents, linking millions of people through synchronized periods of silence and reflection. Officially designated by the United Nations General Assembly, the day marked a significant moment in the international recognition of meditation as a practice connected to public well being, social balance, and collective calm.
The worldwide observance began at 8:00 a.m. in New Zealand and concluded at 5:00 p.m. in Hawaii, following the sun across time zones and creating a continuous chain of meditation sessions around the globe. Participants gathered at 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. local time in each region, forming a rhythm of stillness that moved steadily from east to west. In India, sessions were held at 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., aligning with the global schedule while accommodating local time standards.The inaugural observance was inaugurated and guided by Dr. Tony Nader, MD, PhD, MARR, the international leader of the Transcendental Meditation movement. Dr. Nader has been closely involved with the United Nations over several years, advocating for meditation-based approaches to address stress, conflict, and social fragmentation. His role in the launch of World Meditation Day reflected both his long-standing engagement with international institutions and the broader movement toward recognizing inner well being as a public concern.
During the global livestream that connected participants across continents, Dr. Nader announced a major milestone in the Transcendental Meditation movement’s decades-long work. He confirmed the formal establishment of permanent groups of 10,000 advanced meditation practitioners now practicing together at multiple locations worldwide. According to Dr. Nader, this initiative builds on more than fifty years of scientific research examining the effects of large group meditation on stress reduction and social trends, research that has been conducted in academic and institutional settings across several countries.The live global meditation stream was open to the public and welcomed individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. Schools, universities, wellness organizations, faith communities, civic groups, and independent participants joined either online or through in person gatherings. National Transcendental Meditation organizations hosted coordinated events in more than 100 countries, with participation reported from major cities, educational institutions, and community spaces.
The designation of World Meditation Day by the United Nations General Assembly reflects a broader shift within the United Nations system toward acknowledging meditation as a practical tool in demanding environments. The U.N. System Strategy on Staff Health and Well being for 2024 and beyond identifies meditation as a method for reducing stress and supporting mental resilience among staff. In addition, recent reports from the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights have noted the relevance of meditation practices in high stress and conflict affected contexts, particularly for individuals working under sustained pressure.Throughout the 33 hour observance, participants described the experience as one of shared quiet rather than spectacle. The absence of speeches, performances, or ceremonies during the meditation periods was intentional, reinforcing the idea that the day was centered on direct personal experience rather than public display. The structure of the observance allowed people in different cultures and belief systems to participate without the need for shared language or doctrine.
Organizers noted that the rolling format of the meditation wave was designed to emphasize continuity rather than simultaneity. As one region concluded its session, another began, creating an unbroken sequence of collective practice. This approach underscored the global nature of the observance while respecting local customs and daily routines.
As millions paused together in silence across time zones, the inaugural World Meditation Day marked a defining moment in global efforts to integrate inner well being into public life. Guided by Dr. Nader and supported by the United Nations’ formal recognition, the observance highlighted a growing international consensus that calm, clarity, and mental balance are not private concerns alone, but shared foundations for social stability and cooperation.The conclusion of the first World Meditation Day leaves open the path for future observances, with organizers indicating that the structure established this year may serve as a model for continued global participation. For many involved, the day stood as a quiet but clear signal that moments of collective stillness now have a place on the international calendar.
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