In 1873, had Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's palanquin not taken a wrong turn, India might never have got 'Vande Mataram'An 1873 encounter with a British officer in a palanquin ignited Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's patriotic fervor, leading to the creation of...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in insult, in gain, and in loss...' The one question to ask yourself if you are truly freeThe quote of the day from Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca, "The final test of freedom is this: Can you remain the same person in praise, in ...
26 Jun, 2026, 01.47 AM IST
After quakes, Venezuela must unblock social media access: UN expertsUN experts are urging Venezuela to immediately restore access to social media and news outlets following devastating twin earthquakes. The ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Top tennis players to limit media appearances at Wimbledon as protest over prize money continuesWimbledon's top tennis stars are continuing their protest over prize money by cutting media time to just 15 minutes per match during the fi...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
NCERT introduces section on Emergency in Class IX textbook for first time, flags it as 'Challenge to Democracy'For the first time, NCERT has introduced the Emergency of 1975-77 in a Class 9 textbook, labeling it a significant challenge to Indian demo...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: 'Success is most often achieved by those who don't know...' - Iconic fashion designer on the power of a fearless mindsetQuote of the day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel, a revolutionary fashion icon, redefined women's style with her emphasis on comfort and freedo...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Best quote of the day by Milton Friedman: “The great danger to the consumer is the...” — A thought-provoking lesson on freedom, innovation, and human potential in a changing worldMilton Friedman’s quote of the day: Milton Friedman’s timeless insight goes far beyond economics. His words offer a powerful lesson about f...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.02 AM IST
Quote of the day by Meg Ryan: 'Divorce is hard. Love is hard. The complexity of a life or a marriage is never going to...' - A lesson on love, loss and living beyond judgment explained by When Harry Met Sally, City of Angels actressHollywood's former rom-com queen, Meg Ryan, once candidly shared her struggles with divorce and public scrutiny, finding freedom in letting...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
National Highway shutdown by Kuki groups continuesThe emergency shutdown of National Highway-2 in Manipur by Kuki civil society groups continued for a second day, blocking key stretches in ...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Amish proverb of the day: ‘It’s not what you make but what you save that gets you out of debt’ - How you can build financial freedom even with a low incomeAmish life lesson: Amish proverb of the day offers a profound financial lesson for low-income earners. This wisdom emphasizes self-discipli...
22 Jun, 2026, 08.50 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Opal Lee Juneteenth: 'We have simply got to make people aware that none of us are...'- a powerful message of equality, hope, and change by civil rights activist, known as the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth'Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' championed the idea that true freedom is a collective responsibility. Her lifelong mission, insp...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
Quote of the Day by German novelist Thomas Mann: ‘Opinions cannot survive if one has no chance to…’Thomas Mann, the Nobel laureate German novelist, believed opinions need active defense to survive. His quote, "Opinions cannot survive if o...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Quote of the day by Florence Pugh: ‘When you're given a platform, and you're allowed to…’ – ‘Midsommar’ star on the power of support and opportunityActress Florence Pugh emphasizes the importance of support in achieving success. She states that being given a platform and freedom to perf...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Life lesson of the day by Lao Tzu: “Care about what other people think and you will… — Inspiring lessons on confidence, personal growth, social expectations, authenticity and why true happiness comes from trusting yourself rather than seeking constant approval from others by the legendary Chinese philosopher known for the deep insights on human nature and inner peaceLife Lesson of the Day by Lao Tzu: Lao Tzu’s quote, “Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner,” explores th...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel: ‘The best things in life are free; the second best things are…’Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel on best things in life resonates today amidst social media's luxury focus. While material possessions offer...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Simone de Beauvoir: The woman who taught the world about gender equality — “Equality is not achieved when women become like men, but when every person is...” A timeless lesson on why equal opportunity, not gender roles, drives human freedom, progress, and social growthQuote of the Day by Simone de Beauvoir: Simone de Beauvoir's message remains powerful today. Gender equality grows when opportunity is shar...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
Sabarimala women entry issue resurfaces following ex-TDB chief's allegationsAlleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A Padmakumar have reignited the Sabarimala women's entry controversy. Rep...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST