On This Day in History, June 14: Anne Frank writes diary, Auschwitz opens, first woman in space, first US flag approved, Falklands War ends and moreOn This Day in History, June 14 witnessed the beginning of Anne Frank's diary, the opening of Auschwitz, the launch of the Vostok mission t...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
Musket balls and a burnt hull: First shipwrecks linked to Pirates of the Caribbean discovered in Nassau Harbor, The BahamasNassau, Bahamas, once a pirate haven, has yielded six shipwrecks. Three wrecks are linked to the Golden Age of Piracy. These discoveries ar...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
31 May, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace dealBritish sailors are on standby aboard RFA Lyme Bay for a mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz. This operation awaits a peace agree...
25 May, 2026, 08.06 AM IST
For both the compulsive trader and careful investor: 25 stocks to watch if risk appetite returns; some with upside potential, some notIf the price of crude oil softens, Indian equities may again see a risk-on phase. Tariff concerns are no longer the central issue; the larg...
24 May, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Six 19th-century coins found hidden under HMS Victory's masts, revealing a centuries-old maritime traditionWorkers found six 19th-century coins and tokens under the foremast of HMS Victory. This discovery revives the ancient naval tradition of ma...
22 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Quote of the day by Ian Fleming: 'Never say 'no' to adventures. Always say 'yes,' otherwise you'll lead a very dull life' ; life lessons from James Bond's creatorLife offers adventures beyond travel. Trying new things and taking risks builds confidence. Ian Fleming, creator of James Bond, urged embra...
12 May, 2026, 01.19 AM IST
India, Netherlands navies strengthen maritime cooperation with PASSEX off KochiThe Indian Navy vessel INS Sharda recently participated in a Passage Exercise with the Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter. This...
08 May, 2026, 11.08 PM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 25%We are living in times when the morning may see conciliatory exchanges between the US and Iran, leading to a cooling in crude oil prices. B...
04 May, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
Why stock market rose today? Sensex rises over 600 points, Nifty ends above 24,150. 3 key factors behind the rallyIndian stock markets surged on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 gaining significantly. This optimism was fueled by reports of Iran submi...
29 Apr, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
West Asia War: US says it's hunting for explosive mines in latest push to open Strait of HormuzWest Asia War: The United States Navy is actively clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz. This crucial oil shipping route faces disruptio...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
Iran fast-boat swarms add to Hormuz threats for shippingIran's fast boats are now a key naval tactic. These small, speedy vessels pose a significant challenge to international shipping near the S...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Did you know? History’s shortest war, the Anglo-Zanzibar War, ended in just 38 minutesImagine a war so short it ends almost as soon as it begins. The Anglo-Zanzibar War lasted just 38 minutes, yet it remains one of history’s ...
21 Apr, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
How a US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz could work and the impact ahead for the global economyA United States blockade of Iranian ports is set to disrupt global oil prices. This move raises concerns about international law and its ef...
14 Apr, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
UK accuses Russia of covert submarine operations in British watersBritain has revealed it thwarted Russian submarine activity near its waters. UK forces tracked and deterred a Russian attack submarine and ...
09 Apr, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Ex-Indian Navy officer who served during World War II dead at 97The 97-year-old was among the last surviving naval officers who served during the Second World War, Vice Adm I C Rao (retd), who served wit...
16 Nov, 2020, 03.26 PM IST