In 1893, an engineer was playing with hooks and clasps and built a sliding fastener: This led to the creation of the zipperThe zipper's path to success was long and winding. Initially patented in 1893, it faced many challenges. Improvements in design and marketi...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
From forests to fields: How India's earliest rebels fought colonial exploitation before 1857Across the annals of Indian history, we find vivid accounts of agrarian resistance standing firm against exploitation. From indigenous fore...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe: ‘All a girl really wants is for one guy to prove to her…’ Timeless truth about trust and relationships, and how women may believe not all men are the sameQuote of the day: For Marilyn Monroe, a woman whose life was often misunderstood, this message may have been one of her most heartfelt obse...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Who was Jaspal Rana? All about his wife Aarushie Verma, ex Reena Rana, family, children, father, awards and achievementsJaspal Rana's Wife: Renowned Indian shooter and coach Jaspal Rana passed away at 49 after health complications. A former champion, Rana tra...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
India among Marriott's fastest-growing markets; footprint to double in 5 yearsMarriott International sees India as a key growth market. The company plans to double its hotel presence in India within five years. This e...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.06 AM IST
Greek Proverb of the Day: ‘The man who waited for the golden olive forgot that the orchard…’ The timeless wisdom behind why gratitude and action beat perfection every timeGreek Proverb of the Day: Perhaps the most compelling lesson within this Greek proverb is that remarkable achievements often emerge from th...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Proverb of the day: 'A woman that respects herself is...' Life lessons on self respect, inner peace, happiness and why true beauty comes from within and not makeupProverb of the day highlights the value of self-respect, inner peace, happiness, and confidence. The saying explains that true beauty comes...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian are worth $2.45 billion combined—but his anti-billionaire remark is going viral. Here's what he saidSeven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton's clip has sparked a controversy after his past comments on wealth inequality resurfaced on ...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel: “Where should one use perfume? A young woman asked. Wherever one wants to be… – Inspiring lessons on confidence, elegance, attraction, romance and why the smallest details can leave the most memorable impression by the fashion designer who revolutionized modern femininity and redefined beauty, luxury, and sophisticationQuote of the Day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel’s quote, “Where should one use perfume? A young woman asked. Wherever one wants to be kissed,”...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
In 1908, a New York merchant mailed tea samples in silk pouches to cut costs and accidentally changed how the world drinks teaA simple cost-saving idea in 1908 led to the tea bag. Thomas Sullivan sent tea in silk pouches, but customers brewed the whole bag. This ac...
06 Jun, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Sudharsan misses out on ton, but gritty Rahul takes India to 209 for 2 at teaIndia posted 209 for 2 at tea on day one of the Test against Afghanistan. Sai Sudharsan scored 81 and KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 81. Shu...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Quote of the day by Walter Schloss: "If the market’s going wild and you want to be in it, you either have to lower your standards to stay in the game or you buy stuff which may not participate because it’s not part of the game at that time"Legendary investor Walter Schloss highlighted the dilemma of booming markets, where investors face the choice of lowering standards to chas...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Feroze Azeez sees better risk-reward in equities than gold despite global uncertaintyHDFC Mutual Fund's new investment limits on gold ETFs and funds are sparking debate on investor behavior and asset allocation. Expert Feroz...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
In 1846, a chemist wiped up spilled acids with an apron and found a dangerous new cottonA German-Swiss scientist, Christian Friedrich Schönbein, stumbled upon a powerful new substance in 1846. An accidental spill of strong acid...
03 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 3: Muhammad Ali’s death, Tiananmen Square crackdown, Tagore’s knighthood, Partition plan and first American spacewalkOn This Day in History, June 3 witnessed several landmark events that shaped the modern world. From Muhammad Ali’s death in 2016 and the Ti...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel: “Women must tell men always that… – Inspiring lessons on empowerment, strength, gender equality, and why you should not mistake softness for weakness by the founder of Chanel and legendary fashion icon known for her wit and revolutionary influence on styleQuote of the Day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel’s quote, “Women must tell men always that they are the strong ones. They are the big, the stro...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: 'Look for the woman in the dress. If there is no woman, there is no dress.'Coco Chanel's enduring quote, 'Look for the woman in the dress. If there is no woman, there is no dress,' emphasizes that true style stems ...
29 May, 2026, 12.53 AM IST