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Review: The Case of the Mysterious Witches by Mallika Ravikumar

A photograph from December 2013 of Shanti Sandipurti from Bandgaon in Jharkhand. She was accused of being a witch. (Ramesh Pathania/Mint Archive)

Updated on Jan 14, 2026 08:48 pm IST

Eating 12 grapes more: 5 New Year’s superstitions for good luck

Each grape is believed to represent a month of the new year and is meant to bring prosperity and good fortune. (Unsplash/ Representational)

Published on Jan 01, 2026 11:59 am IST

Can you shower or wash dishes on New Year’s Day? Folklore beliefs explained

There is no scientific evidence that cleaning, washing dishes or showering on New Year’s Day affects luck or fortune.(Unsplash/ Representational)

Updated on Jan 01, 2026 11:04 am IST

Property dealer chops 17-yr-oldgrandnephew into pieces toward off ‘planetary troubles’

The accused, Sharan Singh, in police custody on Thursday. (HT)

Published on Aug 28, 2025 07:49 pm IST

Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky? All you need to know

Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky?

Published on Jun 13, 2025 06:43 pm IST

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While some bring good luck, few are considered bad omen. Here are a few superstitious beliefs from around the world that will get you goosebumps.(Unsplash)

Photos: These weird superstitions from around the world will give you goosebumps

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‘Holy water that protects against Covid' rumour draws crowd to Rajgarh temple

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