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Conch Shell Blowing Shows Promise In Treating Sleep Apnea
A recent study finds that regularly blowing a conch shell may help reduce symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and improve sleep quality.
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Aztec Turquoise Mask of Xiuhtecuhtli Taken by Spanish Conquistador Reveals Ancient Violent Ritual
An intricate turquoise mask, believed to depict the Aztec fire god Xiuhtecuhtli, is displayed at the British Museum. Originating from 16th-century Mesoamerica, the wooden mask features turquoise mosaic, mother-of-pearl eyes, and conch shell teeth. Central to Aztec rituals, such masks symbolised fire and renewal. The artefact may have been part of c...
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High Court Grants Divorce On Wife's Refusal To Wear "Sindoor"
Observing that the refusal to wear "shaka" (conch shell bangle) and "sindoor" (vermillion) as per customs by a Hindu married woman amounted to her refusal to accept the marriage, the Gauhati High Court has granted divorce to a man.
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Watch: Noida Residents Blow Conch Shells, Clap For Healthcare Workers
A thundering round of applause filled the air in a Noida apartment complex today as healthcare workers came for a door to door survey amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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With Claps, Bells, Politicians Hit Balconies To Applaud Coronavirus Warriors
Citizens across the country came out on their balconies today to celebrate the valiant efforts of essential service personnel in the fight against Novel Coronavirus or COVID-19. Roars of clapping and sounds of conch shells and bells were heard from colonies across the nation as India came together to applaud the heroes at the forefront of the battl...
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Britain's Royal couple attends 'Ganga Arti' on first day of India visit
Amid chants of Vedic hymns and blowing of conch shells, Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles today took part in an elaborate "Ganga Arti" for the peace of those who died in Uttarakhand.
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Conch Shell Blowing Shows Promise In Treating Sleep Apnea
A recent study finds that regularly blowing a conch shell may help reduce symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and improve sleep quality.
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Aztec Turquoise Mask of Xiuhtecuhtli Taken by Spanish Conquistador Reveals Ancient Violent Ritual
An intricate turquoise mask, believed to depict the Aztec fire god Xiuhtecuhtli, is displayed at the British Museum. Originating from 16th-century Mesoamerica, the wooden mask features turquoise mosaic, mother-of-pearl eyes, and conch shell teeth. Central to Aztec rituals, such masks symbolised fire and renewal. The artefact may have been part of c...
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High Court Grants Divorce On Wife's Refusal To Wear "Sindoor"
Observing that the refusal to wear "shaka" (conch shell bangle) and "sindoor" (vermillion) as per customs by a Hindu married woman amounted to her refusal to accept the marriage, the Gauhati High Court has granted divorce to a man.
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Watch: Noida Residents Blow Conch Shells, Clap For Healthcare Workers
A thundering round of applause filled the air in a Noida apartment complex today as healthcare workers came for a door to door survey amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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With Claps, Bells, Politicians Hit Balconies To Applaud Coronavirus Warriors
Citizens across the country came out on their balconies today to celebrate the valiant efforts of essential service personnel in the fight against Novel Coronavirus or COVID-19. Roars of clapping and sounds of conch shells and bells were heard from colonies across the nation as India came together to applaud the heroes at the forefront of the battl...
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Britain's Royal couple attends 'Ganga Arti' on first day of India visit
Amid chants of Vedic hymns and blowing of conch shells, Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles today took part in an elaborate "Ganga Arti" for the peace of those who died in Uttarakhand.
