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Quote of the day on loneliness by Fyodor Dostoevsky: 'Do you know what it means to have no one to whom one could say: I am suffering' The heartbreaking truth about suffering in silence explored in his novella White Nights- Proverb of the day: 'Woman is like your shadow; follow her, she...' Life lessons on love, relationships, human nature, and why matters of heart are highly complex
- Quote of the day by Fyodor Dostoevsky: 'The man who lies to himself and listens to his own lie comes to a point that he cannot...' - Russian novelist's powerful lesson on the dangers of self-deception.
- Indian proverb of the day by Kabir: 'Keep your critics close; they help cleanse your character without soap or water...' The mystic poet gives a centuries-old lesson about personal growthThe Indian Proverb of the Day by Kabir, “Keep your critics close; they help cleanse your character without soap or water,” highlights the i...04 Jun, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Shakira: ‘I prefer an ugly truth to a pretty lie. If someone is telling me the truth that…’ Hard reality about love which feels painfully real in the age of filtered digital livesQuote of the day: The quote extends far beyond romantic relationships. In friendships, honesty often becomes the foundation of lasting conn...29 May, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Fyodor Dostoevsky: 'A man with no money and a woman with no beauty see the world without illusions...' - The unsaid reality of human society exposed by the Russian novelist-philosopherRussian novelist and philosopher Fyodor Dostoevsky continues to resonate with readers for his powerful observations about suffering, truth,...26 May, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
- Song lyric of the day by Bob Dylan: 'How does it feel to be without a home, like a complete unknown, like a rolling stone...' ; what song Like A Rolling Stone teaches us about importance of stabilityBob Dylan's iconic song, 'Like A Rolling Stone,' highlights the potential pitfalls of a life lacking stability. The lyrics serve as a poign...23 May, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou: 'You may encounter many defeats, but you must…'—Inspiring quotes by the world-famous poet, revered for her memoir, 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings'Quote of the Day: Maya Angelou's powerful words continue to inspire. Her life journey, marked by hardship and triumph, teaches resilience. ...16 May, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Sir Walter Scott: 'Love will subsist on wonderfully little..'—Top quotes by the famous novelist known for the Waverley novels and IvanhoeQuote of the Day: Sir Walter Scott, a celebrated author, penned a timeless quote about love and hope. His words suggest love can survive on...12 May, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- India between empires: A reality checkIndia's rich history flourished through trade and collaboration rather than illusionary dominance. In the current geopolitical landscape, w...09 May, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
- Why Mamata Banerjee will win West Bengal: Swaminathan AiyarExit polls predict a BJP victory in West Bengal, but this analysis suggests otherwise. Mamata Banerjee is expected to return as Chief Minis...03 May, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Bob Dylan: “Sometimes it's not enough to know what things mean, sometimes you have to know what things don't mean” – A powerful thought that redefines how we see life by the legendary singer-songwriter and Nobel laureateBob Dylan’s quote, “Sometimes it’s not enough to know what things mean, sometimes you have to know what things don’t mean,” is a striking r...02 May, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
- India's cultural vibrancy shines brighter on global stage: PM Modi on inclusion of 2 Indian cities in UCCNPrime Minister Narendra Modi praised the inclusion of Gwalior and Kozhikode in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), stating that Indi...01 Nov, 2023, 04.02 PM IST
- Sikkim Art & Literature Festival to celebrate literary landscape of regionThe three-day event will witness wide-ranging discourse on topics including climate change, wildlife conservation, history, culture and eth...28 Apr, 2023, 04.09 PM IST
- Sonowal launches Bharat Pravah to highlight role of rivers, ports, shipping"It is important that people living on the land are also reminded of the significance of rivers and seas," the statement quoted Sonowal as ...18 Jan, 2023, 06.34 PM IST
- Author returns award after Bangla Academy honours poet Mamata BanerjeeIn a letter to the Academy Chairman Bratya Basu who is also the education minister, Banerjee claimed that the award has become a “crown of ...11 May, 2022, 10.13 AM IST
- M S Dhoni, Pankaj Advani presented Padma Bhushan at Rashtrapati Bhavan ceremonyThe president presented five Padma Bhushan and 38 Padma Shri awards at the civil investiture ceremony held at the Durbar Hall of the Rashtr...02 Apr, 2018, 11.05 PM IST
- Padma awards 2016 announced: Padma Vibhushan for Dhirubhai Ambani, Ramoji Rao, Rajinikanth, othersDhirubhai Ambani, former J&K governor Jagmohan and media baron Ramoji Rao are among those chosen for Padma Vibhushan this year.26 Jan, 2016, 08.11 AM IST
- 200 historic villages documented in China to protect cultural legacyThe documentation of traditional villages includes 25 items of information under eight categories based on academic perspectives from anthr...03 May, 2015, 01.28 PM IST
- Former Congress MLA Jagdev Singh Jassowal passes awayJassowal was known as an icon of Punjabi culture. He was a member of Punjab Legislative Assembly from Raikot Assembly segment from 1980-198...22 Dec, 2014, 04.35 PM IST
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