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In 1872, a Jamaican planter imported nine mongooses to kill rats in his sugarcane fields; the predators then turned on native birds and reptiles- In 1850s, a Brooklyn scientist imported 16 English sparrows to eat urban caterpillars; by 1915, the invasive birds had spread across America
- Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: 'What is most important in life is you feel purpose, you feel reason, you feel a need to satisfy something'. Pirates of Caribbean actor on what gives life a meaning
- Quote of the day by Jennifer Lawrence: 'People call me fat, but I don’t...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on beauty standards, unrealistic weight expectations, healthy body, self-worth and external criticismQuote of the day by Jennifer Lawrence highlights the importance of valuing health, self-worth and confidence over unrealistic beauty standa...24 Jul, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: "You have to recognize fear at a certain point. What is this thing? Accept the fear and then..." Inspiring lessons on courage, mental strength, resilience, and why accepting fear can unlock your true potential by the Hollywood actor known for playing Captain Jack SparrowQuote of the Day by Johnny Depp: Johnny Depp's quote, “You have to at a certain point recognize the fear. What is this thing? Accept these ...20 Jul, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
- Manufacturing automation platform Groyyo raises $9.3 million led by Cornerstone VenturesGroyyo offers fashion brands and manufacturers software to manage apparel sourcing, including product design, costing, production planning,...16 Jul, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
- Japanese proverb of the day: 'Tomorrow's battle is won during today's...' - this Japanese saying teaches inspiring life lessons on why consistent practice is the key to success and how small daily efforts lead to big victoriesJapanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying emphasizes that success stems from diligent preparation and consistent effort. Careful pract...16 Jul, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
- Best Russian Proverb of the Day: "A spoken word is not a sparrow; once it flies out..." The timeless lesson on how one careless sentence can leave a lasting impact on relationships, families and friendsRussian Proverb of the Day: Russian proverb "A spoken word is not a sparrow; once it flies out, you cannot catch it" highlights that spoken...12 Jul, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
- Aukera raises ₹90 crore debt funding to expand lab-grown diamond jewellery businessIn a significant move, lab-grown diamond brand Aukera raised ₹90 crore in debt financing, spearheaded by Alteria Capital. This influx of ca...10 Jul, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
- Psychology of clicking pictures: People who snap a photo of every moment aren't just documenting it; a 2013 study found taking the picture can actually leave you remembering the moment lessTaking pictures of experiences can actually make you remember them worse. Our brains may offload remembering to the device when a photo exi...10 Jul, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Johnny Depp: “You use your money to buy privacy because… – Inspiring lessons on freedom, fame, boundaries and why everyone needs personal space by the American actor known for his versatile performances and deep insights on individuality and human natureQuote of the Day by Johnny Depp: Johnny Depp’s quote, “You use your money to buy privacy because during most of your life you aren't allowe...09 Jul, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- Want more butterflies and bees in your garden? These 7 plants can make it happen and make your garden come liveTransform your garden into a vibrant wildlife haven with seven key plants that attract pollinators and birds. From nectar-rich lavender and...08 Jul, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: 'I've got nothing to prove to anyone, because I've never been in competition. But what I do know is that I did something and tried something different for years' - Popular American actor's life lesson on legacy, success and self-beliefJohnny Depp's simple yet powerful words remind us that life is not a competition. Instead of chasing approval or comparing himself with oth...04 Jul, 2026, 11.56 AM IST
- India's VC ecosystem shifts to monetization-led growth in 2026, backed by AI, Q-commerce infra and domestic tailwinds: BainIndia's venture capital and growth ecosystem is entering a monetization-led phase in 2026, with investors prioritizing capital efficiency, ...04 Jul, 2026, 09.42 AM IST
- Sparrow Capital closes third fund at Rs 475 crore, means to write bigger chequesAbout 60% of the corpus came from global endowments, foundations, funds of funds, and family offices, and the rest from startup founders, o...02 Jul, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
- WhatsApp usernames’ India hiccup; Zepto’s unusual legal structureWhatsApp’s big bet on usernames has hit a regulatory speed bump in India. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.02 Jul, 2026, 07.55 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: 'Success doesn’t change you…It reveals...' Life lessons on wealth, inhibitions, true character, nature, values and achievementQuote of the day by Johnny Depp reminds people that success does not create a new personality. It only brings out the values, habits, and c...29 Jun, 2026, 06.08 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Johnny Depp: 'Growing old is unavoidable, but never growing up is possible. I believe you can retain certain things from your childhood if you protect them...' Hollywood icon teaches an important lesson about staying young at heartJohnny Depp's quote of the day reflects on the difference between growing older and losing the spirit of childhood. The actor suggests that...29 Jun, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
- 'Jurassic Park' got it wrong! Scientists just found that pterosaurs, may have had more wing-shape diversity than current reconstructions allow, changing how we picture ancient flightFor over a century, our understanding of pterosaur wings has been based on limited fossil evidence, leading to remarkably similar reconstru...25 Jun, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- More trees do not always mean more birds, and a Japanese study found grassland species fell by over 70% near shelterbelts, showing that restoring habitat can sometimes reduce biodiversityA surprising study reveals that planting trees as windbreaks on farms can devastate bird populations, particularly those needing open grass...24 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
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