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On This Day in History, June 14: Anne Frank writes diary, Auschwitz opens, first woman in space, first US flag approved, Falklands War ends and moreOn This Day in History, June 14 witnessed the beginning of Anne Frank's diary, the opening of Auschwitz, the launch of the Vostok mission t...
On This Day in History, June 13: Alexander dies, Miranda ruling, Korea summit, FIFA 2026 awarded to US-Canada-Mexico, Trump charged and more eventsOn This Day in History, June 13 witnessed the death of Alexander the Great, the signing of the enduring Anglo-Portuguese alliance, the land...
From TV to radio, Centre proposes common broadcasting regulationsNew draft rules propose a unified regulatory framework for television and radio broadcasting. Private radio stations will now be required t...
From James and Martyr to The God of the Woods: 6 Barack Obama-recommended books worth adding to your reading listFormer President Barack Obama's annual book recommendations highlight diverse genres and voices. This year's list includes Percival Everett...
On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key eventsOn This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to...
PM Narendra Modi to chair 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog on June 11The Governing Council Meeting will deliberate on the approach to realise this vision and translate it into concrete, measurable outcomes fo...
Word of the Day: CathexisWord of the Day: Some words stand the test of time because they capture something deeply human. Cathexis is one of those words. Although it...
Trump suddenly finds himself in a perfect storm. Can he survive it?Trump faces mounting challenges this summer, including legal setbacks, weak approval ratings and public anxiety over inflation and fuel pri...
Quote of the day by Brad Pitt: 'It is a funny thing about coming home. Everything looks the same, feels the same, smells the same. You realize what has changed is you' - a timeless lesson on personal growth, self-discovery and transformationBrad Pitt's enduring career is marked by roles exploring identity and change. The poignant quote of the day from 'The Curious Case of Benja...
INSIGHT-How Honda's old guard tried, and failed, to oust its CEOHonda is encountering significant disputes as a faction of retired executives pushes for the removal of CEO Toshihiro Mibe. Citing his fail...
The World Cup's biggest underdogs train on a beach, and their story will give you goosebumpsCuraçao, the World Cup's smallest nation, makes history with a remarkable debut. Training on beaches and travelling in a unique school bus,...
Japanese Proverb of the Day: Onaji kama no meshi o kuu —‘Eat rice from the same pot’A Japanese proverb, 'Onaji kama no meshi o kuu,' meaning 'Eat rice from the same pot,' reveals how shared daily experiences forge deep conn...
Quote of the day by Hollywood icon James Dean: 'Parents are often at fault, but the kids have some work to do, too. You can’t show some idyllic concept...' Rebel Without a Cause actor on parentingJames Dean, a Hollywood icon, offered timeless insights into parent-child dynamics in the quote of the day. His views on portraying youth r...
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...
On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
Modi highlights return of Chola-era artefacts, ancient copper plates in Mann Ki BaatPrime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat program celebrated ordinary citizens and highlighted the return of ancient artefacts. A histori...
Quote of the day by Robert De Niro: ‘Better to be king for a night than a…’ – Iconic dialogue from ‘The King of Comedy’Robert De Niro's iconic line from 'The King of Comedy' explores the potent desire for recognition, suggesting a fleeting moment of fame is ...
Will have the privilege of hosting PM Modi here soon: PM Anthony Albanese highlights strength of India-Australia tiesAustralia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized India's importance as a partner. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong met Prime Mi...
Delhi government renames Rohini, Dwarka Metro stations; sports complex to be called Atal Khel ParisarIn a bid to pay tribute to outstanding societal leaders, the Delhi government has approved a series of renaming projects. The Rohini West M...
Football emerges as India’s second-most popular sport after Cricket: NielsenFootball is now India's second-most popular sport among adults, trailing only cricket, according to new Nielsen research. The sport's popul...