In 1937, a chemistry student tasted something sweet on a cigarette, and this led to a sweetener that changed diet foods industryA lab accident in 1937 led to the discovery of cyclamate, an artificial sweetener. It quickly became popular for low-calorie products. Late...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
You have heard of State-Sponsored Hackers, but ever heard of Hacktivists? Know about these 10 types of cyber hackersExtremely skilled at handling computer software and hardware, hackers are categorised into various types depending on their intent and purp...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.08 AM IST
Huawei bets on speed over shrinking transistors to sidestep US chip sanctionsChina has been barred since 2019 from importing ASML's most advanced extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines, curbing the ability of...
29 May, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
Chinese AI models surge in 2026: Is JPMorgan data signaling a global shift away from US AI dominance?Chinese AI models are no longer just regional competitors. They are rapidly becoming a global artificial intelligence force. New JPMorgan d...
28 May, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
Harold Holt disappearance mystery: When an Australian Prime Minister vanished from beachIn December 1967, Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt vanished during a swim at Cheviot Beach, sparking a national shock and enduring mys...
28 May, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Scientists found a small asteroid visitor near Earth, and it may be a chunk of the MoonA small space rock, 2024 PT5, is fascinating scientists with its Earth-like orbit. Researchers now suggest it might be a piece of the Moon....
26 May, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Petrol, diesel price surge a 'global crisis', don't hoard fuel: Maharashtra CM FadnavisMaharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis labels the fuel price hike a global crisis. He urges citizens to avoid hoarding fuel to preven...
25 May, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Why has Ram Charan apologised to Jasprit Bumrah? Telugu superstar says 'Uff I’m genuinely so forgetful...'Telugu superstar Ram Charan recently made headlines for a humorous gaffe at a movie music launch in Bhopal. He mistakenly praised Indian cr...
24 May, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getawayIndian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight duration...
23 May, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
‘People look at me as if I have come from another dimension’: Ravi Kishan on going viral for his ‘home from work’ statementRavi Kishan addressed his viral 'home from work' comment. He explained it was a human error during a media interaction for his upcoming fil...
22 May, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Nitish Reddy unlocks pace potential: All-rounder bumps up pace to increase cross-format utilityIndian cricketer Nitish Kumar Reddy has transformed his bowling. Inspired by Jofra Archer, his pace has increased significantly. This impro...
21 May, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
'World's most advanced fighter jet, most-expensive drone': US lost 42 aircraft worth $29 billion in Iran war in less than 2 monthsUnited States and Israel initiated Operation Epic Fury against Iran on February 28, 2026. The conflict involved extensive air, missile, and...
21 May, 2026, 10.54 AM IST
Seven year-old Pune kid dies after being trapped in society's lift for over a hourA seven-year-old boy tragically died after becoming trapped between a lift's collapsible grille and wooden door in Pune. The child reported...
20 May, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
How a failed game became a billion-dollar office platform used by over 40 million people dailyWhen Stewart Butterfield's game Glitch failed in 2012, his team discovered their internal messaging tool solved a significant workplace com...
19 May, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
Hobby to hustle: Six years ago, the pandemic and lockdowns sparked a wave of micro-entrepreneurs. Here’s how some built to lastIndia’s Covid-era “hobby economy” — spanning gardening, baking, fitness and pet care — has evolved into a ₹1.5-2 lakh cr market, though not...
17 May, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
How a failed refrigeration experiment unexpectedly led to the discovery of TeflonThe year was 1938 when a moment of accidental brilliance occurred in the lab of chemist Roy Plunkett, leading to the discovery of polytetra...
15 May, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
OpenAI faces lawsuit in California court claiming chatbot gave advice that led to fatal overdoseParents have sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman. They claim their son died from an accidental drug overdose. The lawsuit alleges ChatGPT co...
12 May, 2026, 11.40 PM IST