Quote of the Day by John Milton: “For what can war, but endless war, still breed?” — A powerful reflection on the cycle of conflict and endless violence by the renowed literary figure known for known for Paradise Lost and AreopagiticaJohn Milton's Quote, “For what can war, but endless war, still breed?” John Milton’s quote is a powerful reflection on war, peace, and the ...
05 May, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
In 1953, Norm Larsen Tried 39 Times to Stop Rust: That One Success Established the Foundation for WD-40WD-40's journey began in 1953 with chemist Norm Larsen's quest to protect Atlas missile components from rust. The product's name, WD-40, si...
02 May, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
In 1938, László Bíró Watched Newspaper Ink Dry Instantly While His Fountain Pen Smudged: That Realization Established the Foundation for the Ballpoint PenJournalist Laszlo Biro noticed newspaper ink dried fast while his fountain pen ink smeared. This observation led to a revolutionary inventi...
30 Apr, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Word of the Day: AnagnorisisAnagnorisis is more than a literary device; it reflects the human journey toward understanding. It marks the powerful moment when illusion ...
23 Apr, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
When a Coworker Says “I’ll Manage Expectations,” What Should You Check?A common phrase, "I'll manage expectations," often masks underlying uncertainty in projects. While seemingly helpful, it can lead to commun...
02 Apr, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Why this small Indian village is India’s role model and Anand Mahindra’s Monday MotivationAnand Mahindra highlights Mawlynnong village in Meghalaya. Its residents embody collective responsibility and discipline. Cleanliness is a ...
02 Mar, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Word of the Day: EpiphanyAn epiphany is a sudden moment of clear understanding, often following confusion or struggle. These 'aha moments' bring clarity, insight, a...
19 Feb, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Jim Carrey: ‘I think everybody should get rich and famous...’Hollywood star Jim Carrey shared a profound thought. He believes everyone should chase their biggest dreams. Achieving riches and fame will...
14 Dec, 2025, 09.41 AM IST
Art of Self-Spin, or Extreme Self-BeliefSelf-spin, the art of reframing flaws into virtues, thrives in today's world, especially on social media. It allows individuals to present ...
01 Sep, 2025, 11.49 PM IST
Supreme intelligenceThe concept of God is often seen as a supreme intelligence that determines human destiny. Some philosophers and saints have found glimpses ...
17 Oct, 2023, 11.32 PM IST
History Of Christmas: Fascinating tale of origin of Christmas, how it evolved throughout agesChristmas is almost approaching and it is time to learn about the history of Christmas throughout the generations.
22 Dec, 2022, 02.29 AM IST
ET View: Tamil Nadu government - In praise of Damocles’ SwordFor the AIADMK government of Tamil Nadu, the sword of Damocles is a beautiful, shining symbol of hope.
14 Jun, 2018, 05.23 PM IST
The greatest ride of allOn the way down, one can formulate theories of what the ground underneath our life is like and what it means to hit it headfirst.
22 Aug, 2013, 05.27 AM IST
- Shining Search
Even in its most harrowing moments, life never ceased to have meaning if only for those who dared to look at it squarely in the eye!
07 Aug, 2013, 04.00 AM IST
- Now charge your cellphone with a cold beer
A new device that can charge your mobile phone with a hot cup of coffee or a cold beer mug has been developed by a US company.
11 Feb, 2013, 04.44 PM IST
From Ow to Wow!Steve Jobs still had the stern, handsome profile of an absolutist, the easily recognisable silhouette of a romantic looming in the byte of ...
05 Nov, 2011, 03.52 AM IST
- Talk to the Maoists
The point is to make Maoists irrelevant by removing the development deficit that sustains them, not to seek any Maoist epiphany.
17 Aug, 2010, 07.06 AM IST