In 1926, a secretary kept track of tiny marks between newspaper columns: It highlighted the growing need for a device that could send documents across distance, thus introducing the fax machine used in every office todayThe 1920s marked a pivotal era for electronic document transmission, driven not only by early 19th-century inventions but also by pressing ...
21 Jun, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
In 1912, a wrestler got bored of eating ghee & milk every day. Then one day, a simple kitchen experiment led to the creation of one of world's most loved mithaisDiscover the fascinating history of dodha barfi, a beloved Indian sweet believed to have been created by a Punjabi wrestler more than a cen...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
In 1947, after Partition, many who came to Delhi with little to their name survived on this dish; today, it is the city’s most-loved breakfastDelhi's beloved chole bhature owes its rise to the 1947 Partition. Punjabi refugees, rebuilding lives in the capital, found sustenance in t...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Rs 6 crore enough to live jobless in India? Man facing office layoff asks internet what is the cost for survival in 'worst-case scenario'A Reddit post from a US-based Indian tech worker facing layoffs has sparked discussion about financial security and relocating to India. Th...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.55 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 21: Ferris wheel opens, Okinawa battle ends, Greenland gains self-rule, WNBA launches, US Constitution takes effect, 5th Harry Potter and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 21 saw the opening of the world's first Ferris wheel, the end of Japanese resistance on Okinawa during World W...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Ensure expeditious finalisation of cadre review: Central Secretariat Service officers to PMOCentral Secretariat Service (CSS) officers are urging the Prime Minister's Office to expedite the finalisation of their fourth cadre review...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: ‘I came over here as an immigrant, and what gave me the opportunities, what made me to be here today, is…’ - An immigrant's message about gratitude, opportunity and belongingQuote of the Day by Arnold Schwarzenegger highlights the profound impact of acceptance and opportunity. His success, he states, was fueled ...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Retirement savings gap after a career break? Expert shares how to recover without taking big risksCareer breaks, common for women, can impact retirement savings. Experts advise accepting the situation and implementing a catch-up plan by ...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
Life lesson of the day by Colin Powell: 'There are no secrets to success. It is the result of...' - the first African American US Secretary of State's inspiring quote on why there are no shortcuts to success and advice on preparation, hard work, learning from failureLife lesson of the day by Colin Powell: Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell emphasized that success isn't about shortcuts but stems f...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.17 AM IST
Neeraj Chopra finishes fourth at Doha Diamond League but seals Commonwealth Games qualificationNeeraj Chopra commenced his 2026 season with a fourth-place finish at the Doha Diamond League, also securing Commonwealth Games qualificati...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
Largest POW grave site: In 1944, the Japanese hellship Hōfuku Maru sank with over 1,000 Allied POWs aboard; in 2026, forgotten military documents led to a discovery no one expected 80 years laterA Japanese prison transport ship, the Hōfuku Maru, sunk in 1944, has been found off the Philippines coast. This discovery brings to light t...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
After retirement, everyone wondered what her 'Amma' would do next. Kerala woman left for a Europe trip the very next day, leaving everyone inspiredRetirement took an unexpected turn for a woman from Kerala. Instead of slowing down, she began an incredible journey across Europe the very...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Is Rs 1 crore really enough for retirement? CA calls it a ‘retirement trap’?A Rs 1 crore retirement corpus is a 'trap', not a milestone, warns Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik. With 6% inflation, its purchasing po...
13 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
Gene Shalit dies at 100: Who is the iconic ‘Today’ show critic who brought wit, puns and personality to American televisionGene Shalit, the iconic film and book critic for NBC's Today show, has died at the age of 100. Known for his distinctive mustache and witty...
13 Jun, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
Kane Williamson retires from international cricket; signs off as New Zealand's highest run scorerNew Zealand cricketer Kane Williamson has retired from international cricket. The announcement came on Friday, ending a 16-year career. Wil...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
Concord Biotech shares gain 6% after USFDA approval for Tofacitinib tabletsConcord Biotech's shares surged over 6% after receiving USFDA approval for its Tofacitinib Tablets in 5 mg and 10 mg strengths. This approv...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
This Day in History 31st May: Usain Bolt record, Watergate revelation and Concorde’s last flightThis Day in History 31st May highlights several major global events across centuries, ranging from the Johnstown flood disaster and Angola ...
30 May, 2026, 11.27 PM IST