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Quote of the Day by Catherine the Great: 'If you feel unhappy, then...' – A life lesson on happiness from Russia's greatest EmpressCatherine the Great's quote emphasizes inner happiness independent of external factors. She believed true contentment originates from one's...
To Russia, with love: Indian contemporary art arrives at the Hermitage that houses masterpieces by Rembrandt and RaphaelThe State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg is thrilled to unveil 'Sediments of Becoming', an exhibition that introduces the dynamic lands...
IIT Kharagpur signs MoU with Russian varsity to promote student, scholar exchange programmesIIT Kharagpur and Russia's Saint Petersburg Mining University have signed an academic partnership MoU. This collaboration will facilitate s...
Quote of the day by Benjamin Disraeli: “Man is not the creature of circumstances—circumstances are....” Why the Britain’s first and only Jewish PM believed decisive action, not fate, forges destiny and defines true leadershipQuote of the day by Benjamin Disraeli: “Man is not the creature of circumstances—circumstances are the creatures of men.” Benjamin Disraeli...
In Russian-occupied Mariupol, everything Ukrainian must goRussia is rebuilding the Ukrainian city of Mariupol after its capture. New apartments are being constructed, but many former residents cann...
Trump Putin Alaska Summit: Why Russian Empire sold Alaska to United States?Trump Putin Alaska Summit has drawn global attention, bringing back discussions on the historic 1867 Alaska Purchase. This explainer talks ...
When snow makes a no-show, jugaadTourists visiting Chengdu Snow Village in Sichuan province were greeted by cotton instead of real snow, as the village tried to simulate a ...
The Empress Season 2: Official trailer reveals release date, plot & castThe German historical drama The Empress is officially returning for a second season, set to premiere on Netflix. The news was revealed alon...
The Great: How to stream the episodes for free in US and UKThe Great offers a captivating portrayal of Empress Catherine II of Russia. Known for its unique blend of historical events and modern humo...
Who is Russia's 'General Armageddon' Sergei Surovikin, missing since mutiny?Russia had just been routed in the northeastern Kharkiv region. Within a month, he had ordered a withdrawal from the west bank of the Dnipr...
Explainer-Talks on Ukraine: peace deal or more Russian war?Turkey, which is trying to mediate, has said the two sides are nearing agreement on critical issues. Britain has warned that President Vlad...
Maria Theresa: The Austrian empress who was the first to legalise gambling in 1761The Austrian empress Maria Theresa, it is said, thoroughly enjoyed the sport and spent all her prize money on the welfare of the people.
It is not the little princess' fault if commercial calculus greets it firstA new princess in its exalted ranks should make retailers thrill to the music of ringing cash registers for quite a while.
Handshake that could change Asia: Politically rising Japan a crucial economic and security partner for IndiaThe two countries are ramping up defence cooperation, as highlighted by Japanese defence minister Itsunori Onodera’s visit earlier this mon...
External affairs ministry has a hectic month aheadThe highlight of the month will be the Commonwealth summit in Colombo on November 15-17.
Christie's to present for sale magnificent silver with a Russian imperial provenanceThese pieces include a superb soup-tureen on stand and a set of four massive candlesticks from the Orloff service.
300 years later: A tale of two cities - Jaipur & St PetersburgBoth were founded by monarchs whose passions lay in other things besides the traditional pursuits of royalty: fighting, hunting and fornica...
Man on a mission: Obama comes to IndiaEven if the greens scoff at the jet fuel he’s burned, Obama had inherited the presidency of a country that was more loathed and mistrusted ...
- Russian art to rake in big money in London
Four London auction houses expect to sell as much as £58m ($110m) worth of Russian art next week, benefiting from a market that has expande...