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Word of the Day: CockalorumWord of the Day: Few forgotten English words capture human vanity as sharply as “cockalorum.” Humorous, dramatic and deeply observant, the ...- Word of the Day: DiscombobulateWord of the Day: Discombobulate reminds readers that English vocabulary is not only rich and precise but also capable of humour and creativ...
- Word of the Day: FopdoodleFopdoodle is a whimsical, old-fashioned term that dates back to the seventeenth century. Though rarely heard today, it appears in historica...
- Farhan Akhtar-backed Manipuri film 'Boong' wins BAFTA Award in LondonThe film 'Boong' from Manipur won a prestigious BAFTA Award for Best Children's & Family Film. Director Lakshmipriya Devi accepted the awar...
- Word of the day: IrascibleIrascible defines a person prone to quick anger and irritation. This temperament flares up rapidly, often at minor issues. The word highlig...
- Word of the day: GodwotteryGodwottery is a rare English word used to describe very fancy and over-decorated gardens or old-style dramatic language. The word started f...
- Word of the day: JimjamsDespite its cheerful sound, the word 'jimjams' refers to feelings of depression, anxiety, or nervousness, not pajamas. This informal noun, ...
- Word of the day: LudicWord of the day ludic meaning: Discover the word ludic, meaning playful and spontaneous. It encourages rediscovering joy in everyday life. ...
- Word of the day: FlibberigibbetWord of the day: Flibberigibbet is a lively English term used to describe someone who is overly talkative, flighty, or frivolous in charact...
- Word of the Day: FloccinaucinihilipilificationFloccinaucinihilipilification is one of the longest non-technical words in English, which means the act of regarding something as worthless...
- Bengaluru auto driver with two master’s and IAS dreams turns 15-minute ride into a life masterclass. Leaves the internet speechlessA viral video featuring a Bengaluru auto driver has touched hearts online. Despite degrees and multilingual fluency, he drives an auto with...
- Wordle answer today June 18: Is puzzle #1460 too easy or deceptively tricky? Hints, clues, and best start words for your next winWordle answer today June 18 brings a fun twist with puzzle #1460, where the solution is a lively word linked to eating loudly. With only on...
- Today’s Wordle Answer for May 14, Puzzle #1425: Hints, Clues, and Full Breakdown of the WordToday’s Wordle answer for May 14 is one of those playful, unexpected picks that can easily throw you off. It’s a fun word, but not one you’...
- Book 'Calcutta On Your Plate' chronicles the evolution of Kolkata's culinary cultureIn her seminal book, Nilosree Biswas explores the socio-cultural context of Bengalis' love affair with food.
- SpiceJet pilot gets poetic during in-flight announcement, Twitter finds it endearingIn the video, the flight's captain delivers the announcement in a quirky way.
- The evolution of 'auntie', from a respectful greeting to an annoying titleRecently, actress Jahnvi Kapoor called Smriti Irani 'auntie'.
- Bengaluru set to get own American-style English sitcom, 'Breakfast In Bangalore'The multi-camera sit-com is in the editing stage and is likely to premiere in November.
- Why the conversational and quirky Hindi commentary is a refreshing change from EnglishThe World T20 has reached its climactic stage. Tune in to Hindi commentary and see what the folks have to say about the teams and the "wick...
- Author Amit Chaudhari explores urban spaces in new novel"I am interested in the ordinary. And I am interested in magic. For me the magic in this novel begins with the title itself," Chaudhuri sai...
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