6 book recommendations that inspired Malayalam movies and where to watch them on OTT: Mathilukal to PonmanMalayalam cinema has turned several popular novels into memorable movies. From the touching prison romance of Mathilukal to the survival dr...
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Quote of the day by Chilean poet Pablo Neruda: ‘Love is so short, forgetting is so long’ – Nobel laureate’s reflection on love, loss, and the pain of letting goRenowned poet Pablo Neruda's poignant quote, "Love is so short, forgetting is so long," beautifully encapsulates the enduring pain of heart...
26 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
Quote of the day by French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre: 'Life begins on the other side of despair. Life is nothing until it is lived...' ; lessons on treating failures as learning lessons from Nobel-prize winning scholarLife's true meaning emerges beyond despair, as philosopher Jean Paul Sartre famously stated. He believed we craft our own purpose through c...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Passport not proof of citizenship? The 2,500-year-old history behind the travel documentA recent government clarification in India, stating passports aren't conclusive proof of citizenship, has ignited interest in the document'...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Proverb of the day from India: 'Of what use is a book of knowledge to a person who lacks their own common sense? What can a mirror do for someone...' An ancient saying teaches why knowledge alone is not enough to succeed in lifeToday's proverb from India highlights the difference between possessing knowledge and understanding how to use it. The ancient Sanskrit ver...
24 Jun, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
300 years ago, one humble Indian potter rebuilt the human nose: How India gave the world rhinoplastyCenturies before the West, ancient India pioneered rhinoplasty. As early as the 6th century BC, physician Sushruta documented sophisticated...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
The original Aam AadmiUnboxed, a podcast from Azim Premji University, explores India's deep-rooted mango obsession. Hosts Sharmadip Basu, Amit Basole, and Divya ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
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23 Jun, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
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23 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: ‘It is through art, and through art only, that we can realise...’ Irish poet explains role of creativity in human lifeQuote of the Day: Oscar Wilde, the celebrated Irish playwright, believed art is the ultimate path to human potential. His quote emphasizes ...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Rudyard Kipling’s Father’s Day quote: 'All we have of freedom, all we use or know, this our fathers bought for...' - inspiring lessons by The Jungle Book and Just So Stories author on sacrifices of parents and why we owe more to previous generations than we realiseFather’s Day quote by Rudyard Kipling: Rudyard Kipling's quote underscores the profound sacrifices of past generations. This sentiment high...
20 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
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20 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Quote of the Day by German novelist Thomas Mann: ‘Opinions cannot survive if one has no chance to…’Thomas Mann, the Nobel laureate German novelist, believed opinions need active defense to survive. His quote, "Opinions cannot survive if o...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Quote of the day by Albert Camus: 'I may not have been sure about what really did interest me, but I was absolutely sure about what...' - French philosopher’s timeless lesson on purposeQuote of the day by Albert Camus: Albert Camus, a renowned 20th-century writer and philosopher, explored life's big questions. His quote hi...
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Jains observe Shrut Panchami on June 19, celebrating the written preservation of Lord Mahavir's teachings. This sacred scripture, the Shatk...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
'Wait till US discovers it': Spain's Billarda goes viral; Indians say it's a 2,000-year-old game called gilli dandaA Spanish game called Billarda has gone viral on Indian social media. Many Indians recognize it as their ancient game, gilli danda. Videos ...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda: ‘I want to do with you what spring does with…’Pablo Neruda, a Nobel laureate and influential poet, explored love, nature, and the human condition. His famous quote, "I want to do with y...
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