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Bajaj Auto nears record date for Rs 5,633 crore share buyback at 19% premium. Should you participate?Last week, Bajaj Auto said that its buyback committee decided on the record date for the purpose of determining the entitlement and eligibi...22 Jun, 2026, 07.32 AM IST- How did Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella become one of the world's most admired leaders? 6 books recommended by him that offer cluesSatya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, draws substantial inspiration from his extensive reading. Influential texts such as 'Forged in Crisis'...22 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
- In 1960, a physicist fired a flash lamp into a synthetic ruby rod: It produced the first working laser and changed how humans control lightOn May 16, 1960, Theodore Maiman made history by demonstrating the first functional laser at Hughes Research Laboratories. His innovative d...21 Jun, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- In 1879, an inventor kept a carbon-filament bulb glowing for hours, and electric light began changing life after darkThomas Edison's 1879 breakthrough with a long-lasting carbon filament bulb revolutionized electric lighting, moving it from experimental to...20 Jun, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- In 1916, a metallurgist accidentally dipped his pen into molten metal; it led to a crystal-growing technique that powers the modern semiconductor industryIn 1916, a Polish metallurgist inadvertently dipped his pen into molten metal, leading to a groundbreaking revelation. This serendipitous m...19 Jun, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- In 1981, when ISRO carried its APPLE on bullock cart for just Rs 150, the world laughed; Today, the same story is hailed as a masterstroke of innovationIndia's space journey began with innovation. In 1981, the APPLE satellite mission highlighted ISRO's resourcefulness. Engineers used a bull...19 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
- Federal regulators back Trump's plan to speed power to energy-hungry AI data centersFederal regulators are speeding up power grid connections for big energy users like AI data centers. This move aims to boost America's comp...18 Jun, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
- Restoring India’s land, securing India’s future through science and collective actionScientific innovations and integrated farming systems are combating land degradation and enhancing climate resilience, benefiting millions ...18 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
- Beyond the Terminal: NRIs should factor 'Inevitable India' into their portfoliosIndian economy is transforming, offering opportunities for Non-Resident Indians. Despite rupee depreciation, an undervalued currency presen...17 Jun, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
- Israel approves National AI Plan to strengthen technological self-relianceIsrael is launching a major national plan to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities. The government aims to make the country a glob...17 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
- How Brexit is estimated to have hit the UK economyBritain's economy shows weak growth since leaving the European Union. Various researchers estimate significant losses in GDP, productivity,...17 Jun, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
- In 1971, volunteers entered a mock prison basement and sparked one of psychology’s biggest debatesThe Stanford Prison Experiment, conducted in 1971, serves as a pivotal case study in understanding the effects of authority and social role...16 Jun, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
- In 1953, scientists pieced together a twisted molecule, and DNA finally had a shapeScientists uncovered DNA's double helix structure in 1953. James Watson and Francis Crick proposed the model. It explained how genetic info...16 Jun, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
- Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile weekStock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, ...15 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
- French President Macron hails 'Chandrayaan-3' lunar landing as proof of India's innovation prowessFrench President Emmanuel Macron praised India's Chandrayaan-3 mission. He called it a prime example of India's innovation and technologica...14 Jun, 2026, 09.36 PM IST
- In 1930, a chemist was testing a rubbery polymer found it hardened the wrong way, and PVC moved into pipes, raincoats, and recordsA chemist named Waldo Semon sought rubber but found a stubborn polymer. His accidental discovery led to flexible PVC. This material, once d...13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
- In 1906, archaeologists clearing the ruins of Hattusa uncovered thousands of clay tablets: And a lost Hittite empire finally found its voiceArchaeologists unearthed 10,000 clay tablets at Hattusa, the Hittite capital. These ancient writings provided a direct voice for the Hittit...11 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
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