July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates itAmerica's Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, freeing the...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: 'Some people think luxury is the opposite of poverty. It is not. It is the opposite of...' - Iconic fashion designer's unapologetic take on elegance and true sophisticationQuote of the day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel revolutionized women's fashion with her emphasis on comfort, simplicity, and timeless elegance...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Quote of the day by light bulb inventor Thomas Edison: 'It is not that I have failed 10,000 times. I have successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work...' These famous words teach how every failure is a big step towards successThomas Edison's famous quote on failure and perseverance continues to inspire people by encouraging them to view setbacks as learning exper...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
On This Day in History, July 2: Civil Rights Act signed, Amelia Earhart disappears, Simla Agreement signed, Men in Black premieres and moreOn This Day in History, July 2 witnessed landmark moments that shaped politics, civil rights, aviation, literature and international relati...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
In the 1990s, escaped pet Burmese pythons established themselves in Florida's Everglades; by 2012, road surveys found raccoons down 99.3%, opossums 98.9%, and rabbits effectively goneGiant Burmese pythons, introduced to Florida's Everglades as pets, have caused a dramatic wildlife collapse. Road surveys reveal staggering...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Quote of the day by Jesse Eisenberg: 'Acting is kind of difficult to intellectualise, it's a far more visceral experience. It's really hard to be...' - The Social Network and Now You See Me actor shares the secret behind great acting performancesQuote of the day by Jesse Eisenberg: Actor Jesse Eisenberg believes acting is more about instinct and visceral experience than deep intelle...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.07 AM IST
Wednesday quote of the day: George Orwell’s thought-provoking lesson on truth, memory and power may change the way you see the worldGeorge Orwell's quote of the day: George Orwell's chilling words from "1984" resonate powerfully today: "Who controls the past controls the...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.13 AM IST
France's Omaha Beach, where D-Day soldiers fell 82 years ago, is still bleeding metal; scientists found 4% of one sand sample composed of shrapnelTiny metal fragments, remnants of World War II artillery, have been discovered in Omaha Beach sand, revealing a microscopic legacy of the D...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi; meets members of Indian diaspora in SeychellesPrime Minister Narendra Modi connected with the Indian diaspora in Victoria, Seychelles, during his three-day visit. He also held extensive...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Happy birthday, America? At 250, nation may be too divided to celebrate as oneAmerica's 250th birthday is proving divisive, mirroring the nation's deep political schisms. While some, like Betsy Halsey, refuse to celeb...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Meet Aarya, the Indian-origin toddler who aims to become youngest person to visit all 63 US national parksAn Indian-origin toddler from Illinois is on a quest to become the youngest person to visit all 63 U.S. national parks. Little Aarya, accom...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
England captain Ben Stokes retires from international cricket, leaves a legacy for the agesEngland's inspirational captain Ben Stokes is retiring from international cricket after a stellar career. Known for his fighting spirit and...
28 Jun, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
Ayodhya princess still binds UP, South Korea through shared heritage: Yogi AdityanathUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the historical bond between Uttar Pradesh and South Korea, citing the legend of Pri...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
Right to walk, but where? Supreme Court ruling shines light on Delhi's footpathsDelhi's Supreme Court ruling declares walking on footpaths a fundamental right, yet citizens face daily struggles with damaged, missing, or...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 27: World's first ATM installed, Peter the Great wins at Poltava, Atari founded, Djibouti gains independence, first colour TV demo and moreOn This Day in History, June 27, history spans military victories, political change, scientific innovation and technological breakthroughs....
26 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi plays down 2030 World Cup talkLionel Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, has indicated he'll continue playing as long as he's physically capable and contributing to hi...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST