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In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...
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...
In 1770, a scientist was handling a lump of rubber and found it rubbed pencil away, leading to the creation of the eraser, changing every school deskA pivotal moment in 1770 came when Joseph Priestley noted that natural rubber could easily wipe away graphite marks from paper. A material ...
Pakistan issues 737 visas to Indian pilgrims for Guru Arjan Dev Ji Martyrdom Day eventsPakistan has granted 737 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims. They will travel to Pakistan for events commemorating the Martyrdom Day of Guru Arj...
Sukhendu's exit deepens TMC unrest, rebel leader Ritabrata claims more MPs set to break ranksRebel TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee views Sukhendu Shekhar Ray's resignation as a significant protest. He believes more party parliamentari...
Supreme Court: Court appointed amicus curiae seeks direction to MCD on action taken against illegal constructionsA court-appointed amicus curiae has approached the Supreme Court for urgent intervention. This follows a building collapse in Saidulajab, D...
In 1987, ophthalmologist Dr. Jean Carruthers noticed her crossed-eye patients' frown lines were vanishing, and Botox accidentally became cosmetic history's biggest hitOriginally developed to address eye disorders such as blepharospasm, Botox has evolved into a key player in the cosmetic industry since its...
In 1839, an artist opened a chemical cabinet: And a hidden image helped launch photographA groundbreaking invention in 1839 by Louis Daguerre changed photography forever. His method captured invisible images on a silver plate. T...
CJP Protest Traffic Alert: Avoid these areas in Delhi, check police advisoryCockroach Janta Party Protest News: Central Delhi commuters face significant traffic disruptions Friday as Cockroach Janata Party supporter...
In the 1860s, an inventor chased an ivory substitute and helped push celluloid into historyIn the 1860s, a billiard ball competition ignited a quest for substitutes for ivory. John Wesley Hyatt's groundbreaking research culminated...
In 1811, a chemist added too much acid to seaweed ash, and purple vapor revealed iodineIn the heart of 1811, a serendipitous moment unfolded in the laboratory of French chemist Bernard Courtois. As he endeavored to create salt...
In 1907, a chemist was chasing a shellac substitute when a hard resin changed the age of plasticIn an unassuming quest for new industrial materials, Leo Baekeland ignited a transformative shift. His pursuit of a shellac alternative led...
No leadership change in Punjab Congress; party to contest polls under Kharge, Rahul, Bhupesh Baghel saysCongress leader Bhupesh Baghel has dismissed rumors of a leadership change in Punjab. He stated the party will contest the upcoming Assembl...
Government can take back leased land wherever required: Minister Manohar Lal on Gymkhana Club noticeThe government can reclaim leased land for development and other purposes, said Union Minister Manohar Lal. He also stated that similar act...
BJP top leadership discusses organisational appointmentsThe BJP's Central Election Committee met at the Prime Minister's residence to finalize Maharashtra MLC candidates, review organizational pr...
Saket building collapse: Two MCD engineers suspendedTwo Municipal Corporation of Delhi engineers have been suspended. This action follows the collapse of a three-storey commercial building ne...
Several feared trapped after five-storey building collapses in south DelhiA five-storey building collapsed near Saket metro station in South Delhi on Saturday evening. Several people are feared trapped under the r...