India, April 1 -- As April Fools' Day arrives, workplaces and classrooms are embracing lighthearted mischief. But the rule remains the same: keep it simple, safe and easy to laugh off.

Here are some harmless prank ideas, curated from suggestions by Reader's Digest:

While these pranks are designed to be harmless, context matters. What works among friends may not suit a formal workplace or classroom.

The best April Fools' jokes are the ones that end in shared laughter, not discomfort.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hindustan Times....