On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Idiom of the Day - How “By the Skin of Your Teeth” describes last-minute successIdiom of the Day: The idiom “by the skin of your teeth” means to just barely accomplish something or narrowly escape a difficult situation....
24 Jun, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
Best proverb of the day: 'If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a lifetime...' Life lessons on human nature, joy, kindness, and why helping others brings real peaceBest proverb of the day today: Chasing wealth for lasting happiness is a futile pursuit, as a timeless proverb reveals. While naps offer te...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Greek proverb of the day: 'You can tell who the good seamen are during a...' - motivational life lessons on character, resilience, leadership, importance of staying strong during hard times and why adversity is a test of strengthGreek proverb of the day: A Greek saying highlights how true character, skill, and leadership emerge during challenging times, much like sk...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
Today in History: On This Day, June 20, Queen Victoria ascends, Morse patents telegraph, Jaws premieres and shipwreck revealedOn This Day in History, June 20 saw Queen Victoria ascend the British throne, Samuel Morse receive a telegraph patent, Jaws redefine Hollyw...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Best Spanish saying of the day: 'The shrimp that falls asleep is carried away by the current.' Centuries-old proverb that warns why staying comfortable for too long can cost you opportunities, success and growthGreat Spanish Saying of the Day: A Spanish proverb, "The shrimp that falls asleep is carried away by the current," highlights the importanc...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
Study finds urban male bowerbirds in Queensland use human-made objects in courtship displays far more often than rural birdsMale bowerbirds in Australia are now using human-made trash to build their elaborate courtship displays. Researchers found urban birds pref...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
'Wait till US discovers it': Spain's Billarda goes viral; Indians say it's a 2,000-year-old game called gilli dandaA Spanish game called Billarda has gone viral on Indian social media. Many Indians recognize it as their ancient game, gilli danda. Videos ...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
Trump's 80th birthday: White House cage fight spectacle amidst war and controversyUS President Donald Trump marks his 80th birthday with a unique cage-fighting event at the White House. This spectacle occurs as the presid...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
The World Cup Reminds Us of the Animal Origins of FootballPigs' bladders were once a versatile tool, serving as containers for lard, preserves, and even in scientific and medical applications. Thei...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Quote of the day attributed to Alexander the Great: “I am not afraid of an army of lions…” a lesson on true leadershipThis timeless quote, often attributed to Alexander the Great, underscores the paramount importance of leadership over sheer talent. It illu...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
On This Day in History, June 13: Alexander dies, Miranda ruling, Korea summit, FIFA 2026 awarded to US-Canada-Mexico, Trump charged and more eventsOn This Day in History, June 13 witnessed the death of Alexander the Great, the signing of the enduring Anglo-Portuguese alliance, the land...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Quote of the day by Sun Tzu: 'One mark of a great soldier is that he fights on his own terms or fights...' - Ancient Chinese military strategist's timeless lesson on choosing your battles wiselyQuote of the day by Sun Tzu: Ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu, author of 'The Art of War,' emphasized strategy and preparation o...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
Could these 8 philosophical perspectives completely change the way we understand human nature and what it means to be human?More than 8 major philosophical perspectives, from Homo sapiens to Homo viator, have attempted to explain human nature, human identity, and...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.31 AM IST
This 121-million-year-old bird had tail feathers twice its body length just to get a datePaleontologists have discovered Plumadraco bankoorum, a new species of bird from 121 million years ago in China. This "feather dragon" poss...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Modi highlights return of Chola-era artefacts, ancient copper plates in Mann Ki BaatPrime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat program celebrated ordinary citizens and highlighted the return of ancient artefacts. A histori...
31 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST