In 1886, a wealthy hostess tired of broken crockery built a machine with water jets, and the dishwasher entered the modern kitchenA socialite named Josephine Cochrane invented the first dishwasher in 1886. She was frustrated by her fine dishes breaking during handwashi...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Amidst Iran, Ukraine conflicts, China President Xi Jinping, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un sends message to Donald Trump, Vladimir PutinChinese president's first trip to North Korea since 2019 and also his first foreign visit this year.
08 Jun, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'The lotus root breaks, but the fibers...'-Life lessons on enduring bonds, relationships, resilience, and why true connections remain even after separationAn ancient Chinese proverb illustrates the strength of lasting ties. The lotus root may snap, yet its fibers are intertwined, symbolizing h...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
The Scorpion King was real: Venomous creature as long as a full-grown German Shepherd once ruled the Earth before DinosaursAncient fossils reveal giant scorpions, Praearcturus gigas, exceeding a meter in length, dominated Britain over 400 million years ago. Thes...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Even when a girl is as shy as a mouse, you still have to...' Life lessons on confidence, strength, success, human nature, and why one should not judge a person on the basis of looksChinese proverb of the day reminds people not to judge others based on appearance or behavior. The saying, “Even when a girl is as shy as a...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'It is easier to know how to do a thing than to...' - inspiring life lessons on turning knowledge into results, overcoming procrastination to take action, discipline, effort and insights on why many people struggle to reach their goalsChinese proverb of the day: Understanding what to do is easier than actually doing it. This ancient Chinese wisdom highlights the gap betwe...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
The spy who hired me: Chinese agents hunt for secrets on LinkedInChinese intelligence is now using professional networking sites and job portals to find and recruit people with access to sensitive data. T...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.49 PM IST
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: Future alpha may emerge from neglected markets and asset classes, says Kalpen ParekhDSP Mutual Fund CEO Kalpen Parekh advised investors to seek future alpha in out-of-favour areas, not recent winners. He emphasized that mar...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be...” — Could Sun Tzu's 2,500-year-old wisdom be the secret to success in life, business, and relationships?Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated” remains one of the most influential lessons...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
On This Day, June 4: Iran's supreme leader elected, women's suffrage bill passed, ATM patent approved, D-Day delayed, first shopping cart introduced, Henry Ford's first car ride and National Hug Your Cat DayJune 4 marks a day of global historical significance. Major events include the Tiananmen Square crackdown, the liberation of Rome in World ...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'To forget one’s ancestors is to be a brook...'-Life lessons on heritage, identity, roots, and why remembering our past shapes our futureChinese proverbs offer life lessons. A proverb states forgetting ancestors is like a brook without a source or a tree without roots. This w...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Even a hero finds it hard to pass the barrier of a...' Life lessons on beauty, human nature, romance, communication, and why one should not lose focus around alluring peopleChinese proverb of the day highlights the ancient Chinese saying, “Even a hero finds it hard to pass the barrier of a beautiful woman.” The...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.16 AM IST
On This Day in History, June 3: Muhammad Ali’s death, Tiananmen Square crackdown, Tagore’s knighthood, Partition plan and first American spacewalkOn This Day in History, June 3 witnessed several landmark events that shaped the modern world. From Muhammad Ali’s death in 2016 and the Ti...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
Those with no "locus standi" should desist from commenting on J-K, Ladakh: MEAIndia on Tuesday strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in a joint press communique issued following the 8th round of the Europe...
02 Jun, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
For 500 years, most people could never enter this walled city in ChinaAt the heart of Beijing stands the Forbidden City, a vast palace complex that served as the centre of imperial China for centuries. Built t...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: "Prefer the armor to the dress." Life lesson on choosing courage and purpose over appearanceToday's Chinese proverb of the day offers a timeless lesson about true strength. Modern society often celebrates image, status, and appeara...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.04 AM IST
Quote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: ‘I have just three things to teach…’ - The wisdom our materialistic lives forgotQuote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu on simplicity, patience, and compassion remains relevant today. His teachings offer...
29 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST