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Quote of the Day by Kahlil Gibran: ‘Your children are not your children; they are sons and daughters of…’ - The Prophet author’s iconic passage on why every parents must learn to let go- Quote of the day by Stephen King: 'Sometimes being a bitch is all a woman's got to...' - A powerful life lesson on why strong women are often misjudged
- Word of the Day: Paracosm
- Word of the Day: AphanisisWord of the Day: Aphanisis fits squarely within that category. It is a sophisticated and intellectually compelling word whose relevance ext...10 Jun, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
- Word of the Day: CathexisWord of the Day: Some words stand the test of time because they capture something deeply human. Cathexis is one of those words. Although it...10 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
- In 1770, a scientist was handling a lump of rubber and found it rubbed pencil away, leading to the creation of the eraser, changing every school deskA pivotal moment in 1770 came when Joseph Priestley noted that natural rubber could easily wipe away graphite marks from paper. A material ...09 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
- Psychology says people in their 70s who stay exceptionally positive tend to practice these 9 tiny habitStudies reveal that seniors often cultivate remarkable positivity by centering their attention on uplifting experiences. They take time to ...09 Jun, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Father of English poetry Geoffrey Chaucer: ‘Women naturally desire the same six things as I; they want their husbands to be brave…’ ; lessons on love from British literary iconCenturies ago, Geoffrey Chaucer proposed that women desire a wise, brave, patient, and generous partner. His theory, found in The Canterbur...09 Jun, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'When a man has once loved a woman he will do anything for her except continue to love her...' The Irish writer's timeless lesson on how love and relationships change with timeOscar Wilde’s quote of the day offers a witty yet thought-provoking reflection on how romantic feelings can change over time. The celebrate...09 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it...' Irish author’s timeless lesson on expectations and contentmentOscar Wilde's quote of the day explores a profound truth about human nature. It suggests that both failing to achieve our desires and succe...09 Jun, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
- Born in Bihar, he became one of the greatest writers in English language, but he was not IndianGeorge Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in Motihari, British India, became a celebrated British writer. His classics, Animal Farm and 1984, r...09 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
- Iconic movie dialogue of the day inspired by Oscar Wilde: 'We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars' - Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson's memorable line from the movie A Good WomanA timeless quote from Oscar Wilde's 1892 play continues to inspire. Though popularised by Scarlett Johansson in the 2004 film A Good Woman,...07 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Quote of the day by famous writer Honore De Balzac: ''Our worst misfortunes never happen, and most miseries lie in anticipation' ; What French author's words teaches us about staying positive in lifeFrench writer Honore De Balzac warned that our worst misfortunes rarely happen, with most misery stemming from anticipation. This timeless ...06 Jun, 2026, 02.44 AM IST
- In Bengaluru, this 26-year-old wasn't just studying English, he was executing master plan to build his dream café. A doctor is charmed by how easily he convinced him to visit his homelandA 26-year-old barista from Nagaland is building a café in Bengaluru. Whilst studying English literature, he is also running a side hustle. ...05 Jun, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
- Spanish proverb of the day: 'When a man is in love, he acts like a child. But when a woman is in love, she...' Life lessons on innocence, vulnerability, playfulness, dependency, care, protection, and why love can make a person change his behaviorSpanish proverb of the day explores how love can change human behavior. The proverb explains that a man in love may become vulnerable and p...05 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by William Shakespeare: ‘There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking…’William Shakespeare, the Bard of Avon, was a prolific English playwright and poet whose works profoundly shaped literature. His timeless ma...05 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth I: ‘I would rather go to any extreme than suffer anything that is unworthy of…’ Ex-England monarch's powerful words on honor and dignityQueen Elizabeth I, ruling England for 45 years, navigated political intrigue and religious conflict to become a formidable monarch. Her rei...02 Jun, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
- Bashir Badr Death: Ayodhya-born Urdu poet who lost everything in Meerut violence gave world the iconic ‘Dushmani Jam Kar Karo’ shayari during 1972 Shimla AgreementRenowned Urdu poet Bashir Badr, celebrated for his deeply moving verses, has passed away in Bhopal at the age of 91. His iconic couplet, “D...29 May, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'It's beauty that captures your attention. Personality which...' Life lessons on character, behavior, human nature and love by popular Irish poet known for witty and comic masterpiecesQuote of the day by Oscar Wilde reflects the difference between outer appearance and inner character. The quote explains how beauty may att...27 May, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Geoffrey Chaucer: ‘Love will not be constrained by mastery. Love is a thing as free as any spirit. Those bound by love must obey each other if they are to keep company long’Geoffrey Chaucer's timeless wisdom from 'The Canterbury Tales' reveals that genuine love thrives on mutual respect and freedom, not control...27 May, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
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