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Bonnie Greer dies aged 77: US playwright and author remembered for contribution to British cultural life- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: ‘With freedom, books, flowers, and the moon, who could not be happy?’ - Famous Irish author on how true joy is hidden in simple pleasures
- Quote of the Day by Bertrand Russell: ‘A stupid man's report of what a clever man says can never be accurate…’ - why accurate communication matters in everyday life, from workplace conversations to relationships, and what the renowned philosopher and Nobel Prize-winning author wanted us to understand
- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'Everyone may not be good, but there's always something good in everyone. Never judge anyone shortly because every saint has a past and every sinner has a future.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on compassion, quick judgments, perfection, change, empathy, patience, growth, rigid labels, redemption, human nature and humilityQuote of the day by Oscar Wilde teaches that people should not be judged too quickly. His words focus on compassion, empathy, patience, cha...05 Sep, 2026, 02.47 AM IST
- In 2014, Royal Society of Chemistry scientists extracted D-limonene from waste orange peels at 96% purity, turning citrus processing waste into bio-based asphalt modifiersCitrus waste, previously considered rubbish, is now transformed into a valuable resource. D-limonene, derived from orange peels, is emergin...03 Sep, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Anthony Hopkins: “I am a bit of a solitude person – a solitary… – Inspiring lessons on loneliness, independence, personal space, boundaries and why being alone is not the same as being lonely by the Welsh actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on awareness and individualityQuote of the Day by Anthony Hopkins: Anthony Hopkins’ quote, “I am a bit of a solitude person – a solitary personality. I like being on my ...17 Aug, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Zadie Smith: ‘You must live life with the full knowledge that your actions will remain…” – A thoughtful reflection on choices and their lasting consequences by the English novelist and essayistZadie Smith's quote reminds us that our actions will always remain with us. Life moves quickly, and decisions can have lasting effects beyo...14 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Shouted ‘Quit India’ as a schoolboy; studied Milky way galaxy through Hindi poem: This Indian scientist, inspired by Gandhi, later built two of the world's most powerful radio telescopesIndependence day 2026: Built two of the world's most powerful radio telescopes with limited resources and designs no one had attempted befo...13 Aug, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'In life, a good friend will always stab you in the front' - A timeless lesson on true friendship hidden in one powerful sentence by the Irish author and poetQuote of the day by Oscar Wilde: “A good friend will always stab you in the front.” Though the quote sounds harsh at first, it carries a po...06 Aug, 2026, 12.57 AM IST
- Top Quote of the Day by Socrates, Plato and Aristotle: What if one timeless question could transform your life? Inspiring life lessons from ancient Greek thinkers on wisdom, self-knowledge, discipline, leadership, critical thinking, purpose, and why their classical philosophy still guides better choices todayTop Quote of the Day by Socrates, Plato and Aristotle: Classical Greek philosophy provides a timeless blueprint for human flourishing, rati...04 Aug, 2026, 09.11 PM IST
- The Best Advice for Life by Charlemagne: 'Right action is better than knowledge but...'- Life advice on why doing the right thing matters more than simply knowing it, by the Holy Roman emperor, the Father of Europe, who changed history foreverCharlemagne's timeless wisdom emphasizes action over mere knowledge. He believed that true success stems from applying what one learns dail...11 Jul, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by William Shakespeare: “The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man..." How the iconic English poet defined true wisdom and stupidity in 'As You Like It' and why it still resonates todayQuote of the Day by William Shakespeare: The quote "The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool offers a ti...08 Jul, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Turkish novelist Elif Shafak: ‘If we are the same person before and after we loved, that means we haven't loved enough’Quote of the Day by Turkish novelist Elif Shafak on love and friendship highlights that true connections transform us, not just make us hap...02 Jul, 2026, 08.57 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Geoffrey Chaucer: ‘Love will not be constrained by mastery. Love is a thing as free as any spirit. Those bound by love must obey each other if they are to keep company long’Geoffrey Chaucer's timeless wisdom from 'The Canterbury Tales' reveals that genuine love thrives on mutual respect and freedom, not control...27 May, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by famous poet Geoffrey Chaucer: 'If gold rusts, what then can …'—Inspiring quotes by the 'father of English literature,' best known for The Canterbury TalesGeoffrey Chaucer's timeless quote, "If gold rusts, what then can iron do?" warns of moral decay when respected figures falter. His life, ma...14 May, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Aldous Huxley: 'I wanted to change the world. But I have found that the only thing one can be sure of changing is oneself' ; life lessons from Brave New World authorAldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, believed personal change is key. He argued that focusing on self-improvement creates a ripple eff...17 Apr, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
- South Korean author Han Kang awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in LiteratureSouth Korean author Han Kang wins the Nobel Prize in Literature for her poetic prose addressing historical traumas. Alongside her career as...11 Oct, 2024, 02.44 PM IST
- Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at riskMore than 33 years after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a fatwa ordering Muslims to kill him, Rushdie, 75, was st...13 Aug, 2022, 07.53 PM IST
- Salman Rushdie awarded Mailer Prize for lifetime achievementAccepting the award, Rushdie said he is eager to teach Mailer's work in his classes at the New York University.11 Dec, 2015, 11.33 PM IST
- Grand tribute planned for Bard's 400th death anniversaryPeople can post videos of themselves reciting Shakespeare lines. We hope to be able to record famous personalities as well as everyday peop...23 Apr, 2015, 06.36 PM IST
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