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Psychology explains why we stay addicted to social media longer than we intend- Quote of the day by influential Harvard cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker: 'We will never have a perfect world, but...'-Life lessons on progress and building a better future
- New class 9 NCERT textbook describes judiciary as impartial institution safeguarding citizens' rights
- SIR now part of class 9 NCERT textbook, Election Commission lauded for impartial pollsA new NCERT Class 9 textbook now features the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, highlighting its role in ensuring accura...26 Jun, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
- Including Election Commission chapter in NCERT book is absolutely wrong: TMC's Saugata RoyA TMC MP has strongly criticized the inclusion of praise for the Election Commission in an NCERT Class 9 textbook, deeming it 'absolutely w...26 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- Astronomers discover two of the 'puffiest' planets ever, each as big as Jupiter but lighter than cotton candyAstronomers have unveiled two colossal "super-puff" exoplanets, TOI-791 b and TOI-791 c, orbiting a distant star. These Jupiter-sized world...26 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- A major discovery in Denmark is changing what we thought we knew about VikingsA vast textile production site unearthed in Denmark is challenging the traditional image of Vikings as mere barbarians. Spanning over a mil...26 Jun, 2026, 02.11 AM IST
- Future generations must know Emergency's dark deeds: Union Minister Dharmendra PradhanUnion Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has lauded NCERT's decision to include the Emergency period in Class IX textbooks. This move ai...25 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
- Psychology warns that staying up late for just one more episode or doomscrolling may make you more vulnerable in the moments you least expectLate nights spent indulging in 'revenge bedtime procrastination' might be more detrimental than just morning grogginess. A recent study rev...25 Jun, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
- BJP backs NCERT's move to include Emergency chapter in Class 9 textbookThe BJP has endorsed the NCERT's move to include the Emergency period in Class 9 textbooks, deeming it a crucial "dark chapter" for student...25 Jun, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
- ‘Future is atoms, not bits’: Sridhar Vembu reveals where Zoho is betting its R&D dollarsZoho founder Sridhar Vembu is championing a significant investment in research and development-led manufacturing, aligning with the view th...25 Jun, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
- Why do people colour their hair? The psychology, fashion trends and personal reasons behind itMillions globally embrace hair colouring, transforming their look for diverse reasons. From masking grey strands to embracing bold self-exp...25 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
- Bottled-up stress is causing you more damage than you think - A new study suggests silent stress could be quietly stealing older adults' memoriesBottled-up stress, particularly internalized feelings of hopelessness, is silently eroding memory in older Chinese Americans, a Rutgers Hea...24 Jun, 2026, 04.56 AM IST
- A 2026 psychology study found that unfair or pointless job tasks increase quiet quitting by draining workers’ psychological resources, but AI assistance may reduce the riskNew research reveals that pointless or unfair work depletes employees' mental energy, directly leading to quiet quitting. A study in Fronti...23 Jun, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
- People who walk fast often seem like they are in a hurry, but psychology suggests there may be a bit more going onFast walkers often tend to be more conscientious, extraverted and emotionally steady, according to studies published in respected journals....23 Jun, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
- America’s 'midlife crisis' may not be what we think: A study reveals deeper issues and links middle-aged struggles to these factorsMiddle age in the US is increasingly marked by loneliness, stress, and declining well-being, unlike in many European nations where midlife ...23 Jun, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
- Daughters stayed home, sons left: That was the rule in a 9,000-year-old Turkish village, says a 2025 Science paper that sequenced 131 ancient skeletonsAncient DNA from 9,000-year-old Çatalhöyük reveals a surprising social structure. Contrary to common assumptions, men appear to have moved ...22 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
- Psychology suggests that adults who keep returning to old photos aren't necessarily living in the past; nostalgia can serve as a form of emotional self-regulationDiscover why looking at old photos is not a sign of being stuck. Science reveals nostalgia is a positive emotion that boosts happiness and ...19 Jun, 2026, 03.04 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 1972, children watched adults hit an inflatable doll, and psychology saw how easily aggression can be copiedIn a series of innovative experiments, Albert Bandura demonstrated a striking reality: children are keen observers, soaking up behaviors fr...15 Jun, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
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