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Quote of the Day by Han Fei: “No benefit is more constant than...” — a powerful life lesson on simplicity, inner peace, contentment and emotional balance, and why lasting happiness often comes from wanting less, by the influential Chinese philosopher and Legalist thinker known for his sharp insights into human nature, power and order- Chewing gum, high heels and soft-drink stains: Why Athens’ iconic marble Olympic stadium is getting its first deep clean in more than a century
- 414 protected monuments and areas witnessed encroachments; government says appropriate action taken in such cases
- Pompeii remained frozen in time for nearly 1,700 years. It was discovered by a Spanish engineer looking for ancient treasures in 1748The unearthing of Pompeii in 1748 unveiled a Roman city encased in volcanic ash, granting a unique glimpse into the lives and customs of an...14 Aug, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
- How a 1,300-foot-high Italian hill town with roots in the 8th century BC was abandoned, then found a second life in James Bond’s 'Quantum of Solace'Craco, an ancient Italian town, faced abandonment due to geological instability and landslides. Economic hardship also pushed many resident...13 Aug, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
- Three times bigger than Sanchi: Madhya Pradesh plans excavation in Ujjain to uncover a 2,200-year old stupa that was built by AshokaMadhya Pradesh plans to resume exploration of a large Buddhist stupa at Vaishya Tekri. This Mauryan-era structure, larger than Sanchi's, ha...13 Aug, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
- From ancient rock carvings to Einstein: How eclipses changed human historyAncient civilizations meticulously recorded eclipses through carvings and writings, capturing the mysterious vanishing act of the Sun. Chin...12 Aug, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Apollonius of Tyana: “ A man must fortify himself and understand that a wise man who...” — Life lessons from an inspiring quote by the ancient Stoic philosopher who mentored Marcus Aurelius on self-discipline, emotional control, temptation, greed, and why giving in to impulse can quietly weaken a person’s moral strengthQuote of the day by Apollonius: The ancient philosopher Apollonius of Tyana issued a sharp warning against greed. People often forgive mome...10 Aug, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
- In the 2nd century CE, Romans built a mysterious structure near the Colosseum decorated with sea creatures. Nearly 2,000 years later, its mosaic offered a surprising clue that it may have housed Rome's firefightersBeneath the ancient soil of Rome’s Caelian Hill, just steps from the iconic Colosseum, archaeologists stumbled upon a stunning two-thousand...10 Aug, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
- Ithaca, the island of Odysseus, gets its Hollywood momentThe Greek island of Ithaca anticipates increased tourism following the release of the "Odyssey" film. Businesses and officials expect many ...10 Aug, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
- Humans built cities, fought wars & watched empires disappear while one tree kept growing: Over 5,000 years old, the world’s oldest tree Methuselah was discovered like thisMethuselah, a venerable bristlecone pine believed to be nearly five millennia old, grows in California’s White Mountains. This extraordinar...09 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
- Scientists uncover how ancient Roman concrete became more durable over nearly 2,000 yearsResearchers have made significant strides in understanding the enduring nature of ancient Roman concrete, which has surprisingly withstood ...07 Aug, 2026, 02.32 AM IST
- Irish proverb of the day: “He who is not strong must be...” — inspiring life lessons on resilience, wisdom, adaptability, problem-solving, perseverance, confidence, and why intelligence often defeats raw strength from the timeless traditions of Irish folkloreToday's Irish Proverb of the Day brings timeless wisdom that still fits modern life: "He who is not strong must be clever." This powerful I...06 Aug, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
- Countdown begins: Exactly 1 year until the century's longest total solar eclipse turns day into night across three continentsMillions will witness an extraordinary solar eclipse on August 2, 2027. This eclipse will be the longest total solar eclipse visible from l...02 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
- The Amazon looks untouched. Lasers reveal a lost civilization that was once home to 3 million peopleAncient earthwork centers reveal a sprawling Aquiry civilization once thrived. This society supported millions across a vast Amazonian regi...01 Aug, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
- One actor from Rs 4,000 crore Ramayana film did not charge a single rupee: ‘I don’t want….’Curiosity about Ramayana, one of the most awaited mythological movies this decade, is at its peak. However, did you know that one member of...31 Jul, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
- Ladakh grants protected monument status to 23 key heritage sitesLadakh's Lieutenant Governor approved 23 heritage sites as protected monuments. This initiative safeguards ancient petroglyph fields, rock ...30 Jul, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
- Scientists uncover a lost Amazon civilization hidden beneath the rainforest using lasers, may have been home to 3 million peopleAncient earthworks discovered using LiDAR technology reveal a large Aquiry civilization. These geometric structures suggest extensive human...30 Jul, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
- At Kenya’s Lake Turkana, 21 ancient footprints from 1.43 million years ago don’t fit the known hominins, and the size clues point in two directionsThe unveiling of 1.43 million-year-old fossilized footprints near Lake Turkana, Kenya, has left researchers in a conundrum. The prints do n...29 Jul, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
- Hindu outfit's plan to install Shiva Lingam near Adina Mosque, rekindles mandir-masjid debate in West BengalA Hindu group plans to install a Shiva Lingam near the Adina Mosque in Malda. This action reignites claims that the mosque stands on temple...25 Jul, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
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