Chinese idiom of the day: 'Bringing a wolf into the house' - this Chinese saying reveals why trusting the wrong person can ruin everythingChinese idiom of the day: Ancient Chinese wisdom warns against misplaced trust with the idiom "Bringing a Wolf into the House." This cautio...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
A nearly 200-year-old cemetery comes alive after dark, where the dead share space with frogs, toads, and the scientists listening to themCitizen scientists are lending their ears to a crucial cause, listening for frog calls in Cambridge's historic Mount Auburn Cemetery. This ...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.49 PM IST
Meta makes a $900 million super-app move in IndiaCred founder Kunal Shah, a philosophy graduate, built his platform on exclusivity for high credit scorers, now processing over 40% of India...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
More trees do not always mean more birds, and a Japanese study found grassland species fell by over 70% near shelterbelts, showing that restoring habitat can sometimes reduce biodiversityA surprising study reveals that planting trees as windbreaks on farms can devastate bird populations, particularly those needing open grass...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Quote of the Day from the Light of Asia, Gautam Buddha Life lessons: “Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never...” Learn the ancient happiness secret that modern psychology now confirms - why sharing kindness, wisdom, and joy creates deeper fulfillment and lasting meaning in lifeQuote of the day by Gautam Buddha: Buddha’s timeless candle metaphor reveals a powerful truth about human happiness. Modern psychology incr...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
When trees become citizens: A lesson in redefining progressIn a move that elevates environmental stewardship to policy, the Canadian municipality of Terrasse-Vaudreuil has granted trees legal rights...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Piyush Goyal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer begin talks on trade pactIndia and the US are in high-level talks to finalize the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree plantingNew research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species relian...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
Proverb of the day: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”Proverb of the day: A timeless Greek proverb reveals that true societal greatness stems from selfless contributions to future generations. ...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
June 2026 Spiritual Calendar: Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima Vrat & Jyeshtha Purnima Dates, Rituals and SignificanceThe last week of June 2026 brings three highly auspicious Hindu observances, Nirjala Ekadashi on June 25, Vat Purnima Vrat on June 29, and ...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
India, US to hold ministerial-level talks on bilateral trade pact this weekIn a significant development, India and the US are set to conclude the first phase of their trade agreement this week. Commerce Minister Pi...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
'There's no soul': Tony Leung weighs in on AI in filmmakingHong Kong superstar Tony Leung Chiu-wai expresses concerns about AI's impact on cinema, calling it a "double-edged sword" that could lead t...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.28 PM IST
Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
African Proverb: 'If You Think You’re Too Small to Make a Difference, Try Spending the Night with a Mosquito' teaches powerful career lesson to Gen-Z youths, students and those who dare to dream bigAfrican Proverb of the Day teaches that size and status do not determine impact. Even the smallest actions and individuals can create signi...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
Spanish proverb of the day: “Family is like the branches of a tree; we all grow in different directions, but...” Learn why this timeless wisdom reveals that family roots outlast distance, success, and every path life leads us toSpanish Proverb of the Day reveals a timeless family wisdom. Modern life pulls people across cities, countries, and careers. Yet strong fam...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
Quote of the day by Oliver Tree: 'No matter how strange you look, no matter how ugly you feel, you are beautiful. Life is sweet like a pineapple pizza', American singer's motivational lesson on life before his deathAmerican singer Oliver Tree was reportedly on board a helicopter that crashed in Brazil. The incident claimed six lives. News reports confi...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date, timings, significance, do's and don'ts to seek ancestors' blessingsIn 2026, Somvati Amavasya falls on June 15, a highly auspicious day for ancestor worship and devotion to Lord Shiva. Devotees will observe ...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.21 AM IST