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Quote of the Day by Chinese writer Lu Xun: ‘If a man's proposals met with approval, it should encourage him; if they met with opposition, it should make him fight back; but…’ - what silence, rejection and being ignored can teach us about communication, emotional health and the human need to be heard- Quote of the Day by Gaozi: “Give it a breach to the east, and it will flow to the east” — the ancient Chinese philosopher’s powerful life lesson on human nature, morality, environment, character and free will, and why the direction of our lives may depend less on what we are born with than on how we are shaped by society and experience
- Chinese proverb of the day: “As heaven moves with ceaseless strength, the noble person strives unceasingly to...” — Timeless life lessons on resilience, self-discipline, perseverance, purpose, and why lasting success begins with mastering yourself from the ancient Chinese classic I Ching
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'When the tree dies, the grass...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on interconnectedness, leadership dependence, vulnerability and systemic supportChinese proverb of the day highlights the meaning of the saying, "When the tree dies, the grass underneath withers." The proverb explains h...29 Jul, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
- Famous Japanese proverb of the day: ''love and a cough cannot be...'' — Inspiring life lessons on emotional honesty, relationships, vulnerability, self-awareness, authenticity, and how unspoken feelings always reveal themselves by the traditional japanese proverb reflecting centuries of cultural wisdomJapanese proverb of the day reveals a timeless life lesson that still speaks to modern life. "Love and a cough cannot be hidden" reminds us...25 Jul, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Ernest Hemingway: 'An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk...' Legendary American novelist's powerful lesson on intelligence, stupidity, difficult company, and staying true to yourselfQuote of the Day: Ernest Hemingway's quote 'An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with his fools' explores intel...16 Jul, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
- Chinese Proverb of the Day: "If you do not enter the tiger's den, you cannot catch the tiger's cub." — Most powerful life lessons on bold actions, courage, risk-taking, and why extraordinary success demands bold choicesChinese Proverb of the Day reveals an ancient lesson about courage, ambition, and the power of taking bold steps. This timeless wisdom expl...30 Jun, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Nathaniel Hawthorne: “We dream in our waking moments, and...” - Inspiring life lessons on awareness, imagination, and purposeful living from The Scarlet Letter: a timeless guide to understanding yourself and shaping your futureQuote of the Day by Nathaniel Hawthorne: Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804–1864) was one of America's most influential novelists and short-story wr...24 Jun, 2026, 10.41 PM IST
- Business lesson from world's first trillionaire Elon Musk: 'Rely less on business gurus and their books and more on biographies' What business owners can learn from world's richest man's success mindsetElon Musk, the world's first trillionaire, eschews traditional business gurus, drawing wisdom from history and biographies of innovators. H...14 Jun, 2026, 08.02 PM IST
- In 1972, archaeologists opened a Han tomb and found bamboo slips, and lost military classics stepped back into viewRecent excavations of ancient tombs in China have uncovered invaluable bamboo slips from Han-era burials, shedding light on early Chinese t...12 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'Even a hero finds it hard to pass the barrier of a...' Life lessons on beauty, human nature, romance, communication, and why one should not lose focus around alluring peopleChinese proverb of the day highlights the ancient Chinese saying, “Even a hero finds it hard to pass the barrier of a beautiful woman.” The...03 Jun, 2026, 02.16 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: ‘I have just three things to teach…’ - The wisdom our materialistic lives forgotQuote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu on simplicity, patience, and compassion remains relevant today. His teachings offer...29 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'Cherish a broom as if it was...' Life lessons on humility, self-care, love, achievements, and why one should value one's possessions irrespective of their conditionChinese proverb of the day highlights the ancient saying “Cherish a broom as if it was gold.” The proverb teaches people to value possessio...25 May, 2026, 05.12 AM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'A man who loves many women, loves none. But a man who...' Life lessons on relationships, loyalty, emotional growth, human nature and why meaningful connections are way better than endless swipingChinese proverb of the day highlights the value of loyalty, emotional growth, human nature, and meaningful relationships. The proverb expla...24 May, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'Beware lest your eyes are bigger than...' Lessons on ambition, success, human nature and why greed or overestimation of one's capacity can lead to troublesChinese proverb of the day focuses on the saying that warns people about taking more than they can handle. The story explains literal and m...26 Apr, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- Renowned Chinese actress He Qing passes away at 61, farewell ceremony set for December 15Chinese actress He Qing, celebrated for her roles in classic literature adaptations, has passed away. She was 61. He Qing was known as one ...14 Dec, 2025, 10.22 AM IST
- How 'Sensitivity Readers' are dividing publishing world in two parts - censorship or evolutionAccusations of censorship began flying almost immediately from observers who fear sanitized literature could whitewash the past as well as ...18 Mar, 2023, 04.38 PM IST
- International Booker Prize long list: Writers from 4 continents make the cutThe six finalists are set to be revealed on April 22 and the winner on June 2.31 Mar, 2021, 02.55 PM IST
- Chinese writer's translation of Rabindranath Tagore's works draws ireA Chinese writer has translated Tagore's works with "vulgar" sexual connotations, drawing sharp condemnation from the admirers of the Nobel...21 Dec, 2015, 04.47 PM IST
- Hindi-rance Diwas: Making a case to celebrate bhasha, not rajbhashaLet me explain why and how. The official rajbhasha tag hides the real status of Hindi in our country. You just have to look around to regis...14 Sep, 2014, 11.40 AM IST
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