Proverb of the day: 'A cat may go to a monastery, but...' Life lessons from African proverb on fundamental nature, intrinsic characteristics, surroundings, authenticity and self-acceptance, behavioral consistency and realistic expectationsProverb of the Day: "A cat may go to a monastery, but she still remains a cat" is an Ethiopian saying that explains how a person's basic na...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.06 AM IST
Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh this year, criticises current governmentExiled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return this year, asserting her fight is for the people's political rights a...
28 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
52 Indian pilgrims stranded in Kathmandu during Kailash Mansarovar yatra; NCP (SP) urges MEA, embassies to interveneFifty-two Indian pilgrims bound for Kailash Mansarovar are stranded in Kathmandu, prompting NCP MP Supriya Sule to urge the External Affair...
27 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
The original Aam AadmiUnboxed, a podcast from Azim Premji University, explores India's deep-rooted mango obsession. Hosts Sharmadip Basu, Amit Basole, and Divya ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Japan PM Takaichi’s Guwahati visit cancelled, confirms Assam CM Himanta Biswa SarmaJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's planned visit to Guwahati for summit talks with PM Modi has been cancelled, with the event now shi...
23 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Assam set to miss hosting Japanese PM for second timeAssam may miss hosting Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for the second time, with her summit-level talks with PM Modi now likely shif...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra commences as first batch of pilgrims cross into China via Nathu La PassSikkim has commenced the 2026 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with the first batch of 44 pilgrims crossing into China via Nathu La Pass. Flagged o...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.11 PM IST
Quote of the day by philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer: 'Five minutes after birth, they decide your name, nationality and sect. Then you spend the rest of your life defending what you did not choose...' How much of your identity did you actually choose? Father of philosophical pessimism asksGerman philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer's quote of the day encourages reflection on the identities people inherit rather than select for the...
22 Jun, 2026, 03.20 AM IST
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The piece argues that people often limit themselves by focusing only on immediate concerns and overlooking the abundance around them. Drawi...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.12 PM IST
What NCERT's censored Dancing Girl reveals about how we see objectsNCERT's decision to censor the 'Dancing Girl' statue sparked a debate on objectification, leading the author to reflect on how we perceive ...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
Bangladesh Hindu community protests over alleged desecration of Lord Ram imageHindu community members in Bangladesh are protesting intensely after an image of Lord Ram was allegedly desecrated during demonstrations ag...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
Buddhist wisdom of the day: 'You can only lose what you hold on to' - a timeless lesson on finding freedom and peace through detachmentHolding onto things that no longer serve us, like past relationships or resentments, leads to unhappiness and burnout. Buddhist wisdom of t...
18 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
Khecheopalri Lake: This crystal-clear waters body in Sikkim is considered as a wishing lake where footprint of the Goddess Tara or Lord Shiva existsNestled in West Sikkim, Khecheopalri Lake, known as the "Wishing Lake," is a sacred site for Buddhists and Hindus, believed to grant wishes...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Buddhist proverb of the day: 'If you love someone but rarely make yourself available to him or her, that is not true love' ; life lessons on how love is not just pretty words but not making your spouse feel neglectedLove needs more than just attraction. A Buddhist proverb highlights that true love demands patience, trust, and time. Being available for l...
14 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Buddhist proverb of the day: 'Life's ultimate truth is not only hidden from you; it is actively being corrupted by your opinions...' A centuries-old lesson on the dangers of passing judgments too quicklyThe Buddhist proverb, “The ultimate truth is not only hidden from you; it is actively being corrupted by your opinions,” reflects a key Zen...
14 Jun, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Buddhist proverb of the day: ‘What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us’ - A timeless lesson on the power of inner strengthBuddhist wisdom highlights the power within. Past and future concerns are minor compared to inner strength. This ancient insight offers a v...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.38 AM IST
Buddhist proverb of the day: 'Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die...' A powerful lesson on how inner peace often starts after releasing old grudgesThe Buddhist proverb of the day, “Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die,” highlights the harm th...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.17 PM IST