He played cricket for UP, studied at DU’s Hindu College. The 9-time National Award winner now gets an Oscars roleAcclaimed Indian filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, once a promising cricketer, has been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sci...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Idiom of the Day: 'Bone to Pick'- Here's the meaning, origin, usage, and valuable life lessons about unresolved feelingsIdiom of the Day: Ever felt the need to address an issue with someone? The idiom "bone to pick" perfectly captures this common human experi...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Lucknow fire incident: FIR cites illegal commercial use, single entry/exit in building that claimed 15 livesA devastating fire in Lucknow's Aliganj building, claiming 15 lives, has led to an FIR alleging severe negligence. The building, housing mu...
23 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Ujojo Umi Ngoti Iwake' - 'The Kafir-finch stands by its own stick'Zulu Proverb of the Day: A Zulu proverb, "Ujojo Umi Ngoti Iwake," likens a determined individual to a Kafir-finch holding its perch. This s...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
European proverb of the day: 'There'll be white blackbirds before an unwilling woman...' Life lessons from Irish saying on true commitment, emotional readiness, genuine consent, lasting bonds, mutual desire, coercion, meaningful relationships, manipulation, and why forced marriages never benefit anyoneEuropean proverb of the day brings attention to the Irish saying, "There'll be white blackbirds before an unwilling woman ties the knot." T...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Best Brazilian Portuguese saying of the day: 'To prod the jaguar with a short stick.' Dangerous life lesson about picking fights you can't winBest Brazilian Portuguese Saying of the Day: "To prod the jaguar with a short stick" is a traditional Brazilian proverb that warns against ...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Quentin Tarantino on Toy Story: “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent. It's one of the best movies I've ever seen”Quote of the Day by Quentin Tarantino on Toy Story: Quentin Tarantino’s quote, “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Burmese pythons in Florida are changing Everglades in a surprising way: Study reveals giant snakes are spreading seedsBurmese pythons in Florida's Everglades are now understood to be indirectly spreading plant seeds by consuming birds and mammals that eat f...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Former sea turtle hunters in Cabo Verde are now guarding nesting beaches, and the shift has helped drive illegal killings on Boa Vista down from 1,253 in 2007 to just 20 by 2024Once a source of food and income, sea turtle hunting in Cabo Verde has transformed into a remarkable conservation success. Former poachers ...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
He shot a wolf for fun. Then something in its dying eyes turned a hunter into America's greatest conservationistAs the animal lay dying, Aldo Leopold looked into its eyes and saw what he later described as a “fierce green fire” fading away. In that mo...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
Japan's anime spirit: The playbook behind a World Cup masterclassAs Japan takes the stage in the World Cup, their journey reflects a deep-rooted passion for football that captivates fans worldwide. Their ...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Quote of the day by environmentalist Steve Irwin: ‘I believe that education is all about being excited about…’ – ‘Crocodile Hunter’ on why passion is the foundation of learningSteve Irwin believed education thrives on excitement and passion, not just knowledge. His own enthusiasm for wildlife, honed from childhood...
14 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Native American Proverb of the Day: 'Teach us love, compassion, and honor that we may heal...'- Native American lessons on love, compassion, respect, and why healing the Earth begins with healing each otherNative American wisdom traditions highlight the deep connection between humanity and nature, emphasizing that healing the Earth begins with...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
Quote of the day by George Orwell: ‘Marriage is only a trap set for you. If marriage is bad, the alternative is worse. It must be indissoluble, for better for worse, for richer for poorer...’, what Animal Farm author's line teach about marriage and commitmentGeorge Orwell's novel Keep the Aspidistra Flying delves into the conflict between personal freedom and societal obligations. The story high...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
In 1967, an archaeologist’s spade bit into volcanic ash on Santorini, and Akrotiri emerged like a Bronze Age time capsuleAn extraordinary archaeological discovery in Akrotiri, Santorini, has unveiled a hidden prehistoric metropolis. Entombed under layers of vo...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Quote of the day by Liam Neeson: 'I don’t subscribe to coincidence. I believe that no matter how random things might appear, there’s still...'Quote of the day by Liam Neeson: Liam Neeson, a respected Hollywood actor, transitioned from a variety of jobs to a successful acting caree...
06 Jun, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Quote of the day by Pythagoras: ‘As long as Man continues to be the ruthless destroyer of lower living beings, he will…’ – Greek philosopher on compassion, peace, and humanityOver 2,500 years ago, philosopher Pythagoras observed a profound link between how humans treat animals and their own capacity for peace and...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST