This day in history, May 30: From Joan of Arc's execution to the first Indy 500, women's pro baseball league debut and Mariner 9's launch to MarsThis day in history, May 30, has witnessed some of the world's most significant political, military, scientific and cultural developments. ...
30 May, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln: 'I have come to the conclusion never again to think of marrying, and for this reason, I can never be satisfied with anyone who would be blockhead enough to have me' - What ex-US President wanted to say about love, insecurity and relationshipsA resurfaced 1838 letter from Abraham Lincoln reveals his deep-seated insecurity about love, humorously questioning why anyone would marry ...
16 May, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Abraham Lincoln: 'When you have got an elephant by the hind leg…'—Inspiring quotes by the 16th president of the United States who played a major role in the abolition of slaveryQuote of the Day: Abraham Lincoln's powerful quote on knowing when to let go of a difficult situation offers enduring wisdom. His life, fro...
11 May, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Quobna Ottobah Cugoano: ‘If a man has no love in his heart...’ Why does this centuries-old message feel relevant in the age of hate and online negativity?Quote of the Day by Quobna Ottobah Cugoano: Abolitionist Quobna Ottobah Cugoano's powerful words from the 18th century resonate today. His ...
09 May, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Why travellers are turning to the zodiac for vacation planningPeople are increasingly using astrocartography to guide major life choices. This practice, which maps planetary influences on locations, he...
08 May, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Today in US History on March 29: Mad Bomber panic, Rosenberg trial, Keeling Curve’s CO₂ measurementMarch 29th in US history witnessed the "Mad Bomber" scare in New York City and the conviction of the Rosenbergs for espionage. This date al...
29 Mar, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Quote of the day by Louisa May Alcott: 'I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship'; lessons on perseverance from Little Women authorLouisa May Alcott's quote, "I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship," emphasizes that true confidence stems from d...
29 Mar, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
The rise and fall of Nepal strongman KP Sharma OliFormer Nepali Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli has been arrested. This follows a government commission's recommendation for his pros...
28 Mar, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
Demand for carbon credits may climb if middle east war drags onIndustries might switch to cheaper, higher-emission fuels if natural gas supplies are disrupted. This shift could lead to higher pollution ...
13 Mar, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Juneteenth 2025: Date, holiday status, history, meaning, and why it’s celebratedJuneteenth, a pivotal celebration in African American history, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, particularly marking J...
02 Jun, 2025, 06.45 PM IST
- Create new world order
Ridvan celebrates Baha'u'llah's declaration of divine guidance, heralding a new era for humanity. He proclaimed the oneness of humankind as...
25 Apr, 2025, 11.27 PM IST
Government not in favour of abolishing death penalty: Kiren RijijuIndia has its own basis of formulating laws and it has to respect the "sentiments of the people", Rijiju added.
29 Jul, 2016, 08.17 PM IST
UN experts call for abolition of death penalty in IndiaThe Indian Law Commission issued its report, concluding that the death penalty does not serve as a deterrent and recommended its abolition.
12 Sep, 2015, 11.36 AM IST
Law Commission recommends abolition of death penalty for all crimes except terrorismThe commission headed by Justice (Retd) AP Shah has concluded that “death penalty be abolished for all crimes other than terrorism and wagi...
01 Sep, 2015, 04.26 AM IST
Law Commission for "swift" scrapping of capital punishmentLaw Commission recommended by a majority "swift" abolition of death penalty except in terror-related cases, noting it does not serve the pe...
31 Aug, 2015, 11.10 PM IST
- Nepal king seeks divine blessings to halt unceremonious exit
King Gyanendra of Nepal is seeking divine blessings to halt the expected abolition of the 240-year-old monarchy by the first meeting of the...
03 May, 2008, 06.59 PM IST
- Up, up and away
TOP on the aviation industry’s wish list this Budget is the abolition of Inland Air Travel Tax (IATT), which can bring down domestic fares ...
21 Feb, 2003, 01.15 AM IST