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Quote of the Day by William Shakespeare: "We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep" — A profound statement about life, dreams and mortality- Monday Motivation by Robert Frost: 'I believe in teaching, but I don’t believe in...' - Renowned American poet's timeless wisdom on why learning goes beyond school
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- He left school after class 7, arrived in Mumbai at 15, with Rs 24 in his pocket. Today, he earns Rs 25 LPA per annum. Who is Munna Thaakur?From Akola with just Rs 24, Munna Thakur's journey to becoming a celebrated celebrity photographer is a testament to grit. He overcame imme...21 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- In 1950, peat cutters digging for fuel in Denmark uncovered a remarkably preserved body: It became Tollund Man and transformed the study of bog preservationIn 1950, Denmark's peat cutters made a groundbreaking discovery with the unearthing of Tollund Man, an Iron Age body in exceptional conditi...21 Jun, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
- In 1926, a secretary kept track of tiny marks between newspaper columns: It highlighted the growing need for a device that could send documents across distance, thus introducing the fax machine used in every office todayThe 1920s marked a pivotal era for electronic document transmission, driven not only by early 19th-century inventions but also by pressing ...21 Jun, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
- In 1912, a wrestler got bored of eating ghee & milk every day. Then one day, a simple kitchen experiment led to the creation of one of world's most loved mithaisDiscover the fascinating history of dodha barfi, a beloved Indian sweet believed to have been created by a Punjabi wrestler more than a cen...21 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
- In 1947, after Partition, many who came to Delhi with little to their name survived on this dish; today, it is the city’s most-loved breakfastDelhi's beloved chole bhature owes its rise to the 1947 Partition. Punjabi refugees, rebuilding lives in the capital, found sustenance in t...21 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
- Psychology says people who collect antiques aren't stuck in the past, they may be preserving memories, identity and a sense of meaningPsychology teaches us that everyday habits can often reflect deeper emotional needs and motivations. Collecting antiques is rarely just an ...21 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
- Sunday Motivation by Mike Tyson: ‘I just want to do what I do best, and that's…’ Boxing legend's powerful words on strong mindset and passionMike Tyson, a Brooklyn native, shattered boxing records, becoming the youngest heavyweight champion at 20. Despite a tumultuous personal li...21 Jun, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
- PM Modi says Bengal on fast development track under NDA's double-engine governmentPrime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that West Bengal is now on a rapid development path under the NDA's 'double-engine' government, contr...20 Jun, 2026, 11.53 PM IST
- Indian tourists abroad: Viral reels, volume travel and culture clash debateA reflection on viral videos of Indian tourists abroad, exploring debates over travel behaviour, Instagram culture, and the tension between...20 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- In 1879, 8-year-old María de Sautuola looked up in a Spanish cave and saw bison painted 36,000 years ago; scientists rejected her father's claim for 23 yearsIn Altamira Cave, Spain, a young girl's innocent curiosity uncovered breathtaking Ice Age artwork. By simply glancing upwards, she illumina...18 Jun, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
- Scientists discover radioactive stardust still falling on Earth from an ancient cosmic blastScientists often look to distant galaxies for answers, but sometimes those clues are hidden beneath Earth’s oceans. In a stunning discovery...18 Jun, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
- 500 years buried in a jar, and still intact: The wild story behind Peru's ancient space foodRare Inca freeze-dried potatoes discovery in Peru reveals 500-year-old chuño food system and ancient empire trade intelligence. Archaeologi...17 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
- He shot a wolf for fun. Then something in its dying eyes turned a hunter into America's greatest conservationistAs the animal lay dying, Aldo Leopold looked into its eyes and saw what he later described as a “fierce green fire” fading away. In that mo...16 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- NCDEX launches 'Har Ghar Investor' campaignNCDEX Ltd has launched its nationwide 'HarGhar Investor' campaign in Guwahati, aiming to bring every Indian household into formal, regulate...16 Jun, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
- In 1899, scholar Wang Yirong just looked at 'dragon bones' in medicine market; Then he noticed strange symbols that revealed China's 3,000-year-old lost history & direct evidence of Shang dynastyIn 1899, scholar Wang Yirong noticed ancient markings on so-called "dragon bones" being sold in a traditional Chinese medicine market. His ...16 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
- When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...15 Jun, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: “The question is, are we happy to suppose that our…’ – Naturalist on stewardship, conservation and responsibilitySir David Attenborough, a renowned nature communicator, urges us to consider the future of wildlife. His words question our willingness to ...13 Jun, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
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