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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 today- Best quote of the Day: “Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe”- Albert Einstein
- Quote of the day by Elizabeth Bishop: 'The art of losing isn't hard to master, so many things seem filled with...' - inspiring life lessons on dealing with loss, letting go, moving forward and acceptance by Pulitzer Prize winner and The Fish and One Art poet
- In 1888, a photography manufacturer kept looking for an easier way to handle glass plates; it unexpectedly led to roll film and changed how the world took picturesGeorge Eastman fundamentally changed photography by introducing a series of accessible innovations rather than a single invention. He trans...19 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Who is Bobby Charles? Former Bush administration official holds lead to win Maine GOP governor primary after ranked-choice runoffBobby Charles has won Maine's Republican gubernatorial primary. He secured victory after ranked-choice voting runoffs. Charles is an attorn...19 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
- 'Do not use': US banking giants JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs restrict Anthropic AI access abroad. Here's whyMajor US banks, JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs, have restricted employees outside the US from using advanced AI tools like Anthropic's Cl...18 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
- Rs 18,907 crore earmarked to build 26,474 kilometres of rural roads: GovtThe Central government plans to build 26,474 kilometers of rural roads by 2026-27. A budget of Rs 18,907 crore is allocated for this under ...18 Jun, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
- Trump's birthright citizenship ban could sideline major athletes from the World CupThe US policy of birthright citizenship, which lets athletes like Folarin Balogun play for the States, is now being challenged in the Supre...18 Jun, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
- Viral video: Fans flocked to Kai Cenat's Streamer University in Atlanta. What happened next shocked many.Kai Cenat's Streamer University auditions in Atlanta were disrupted by a bomb threat and crowd control issues, leading to several arrests. ...17 Jun, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
- Odisha school textbooks found with 1,678 spelling, factual and contextual errors: Newton called a pilot, Hampi shown as Konark, equinox as equatorNew Odia textbooks for Classes I to VIII contain over 1,600 errors. These mistakes range from spelling and factual inaccuracies to geograph...17 Jun, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
- Quote of the day by American psychiatrist Frank Pittman: 'Marriage, like a submarine, is only safe if you get all the way inside,' - A lesson on commitment and making relationships work by family therapist and authorMarriage requires complete commitment, much like a submarine needs all hatches sealed for safety. Psychiatrist Frank Pittman's analogy rema...17 Jun, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
- Public-private projects key to expand access to Kidney care: NephroPlusNephroPlus, India's leading provider of dialysis services, is on a mission to reshape the future of kidney health with an innovative tech-b...17 Jun, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
- Panel pushes NTA reset, flags CUET limits for JNUA parliamentary committee is urging immediate changes to the National Testing Agency, emphasizing the need for an infallible framework for ...17 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
- India launches UPI at department store in FranceIndia's digital payment system, UPI, has expanded its global reach with a launch at Galeries Lafayette in Nice, France. This move strengthe...16 Jun, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
- RS MP & former FS Shringla launches unique initiative to boost career opportunities for Darjeeling youthDarjeeling Welfare Society and Physics Wallah have launched DWS Utkarsh. This initiative offers free coaching for 16 competitive exams to o...15 Jun, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
- Karnataka rolls out AI-powered attendance app for govt staffKarnataka has launched Kartavya, an AI-powered attendance system. This geofencing technology ensures employees are present at their workpla...15 Jun, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
- Ashoka University appoints Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next vice-chancellorAshoka University has appointed Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next Vice-Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. A distinguished sch...15 Jun, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
- Bharat innovates, ready for take-offIndia's deep-tech startups are showcasing their advanced capabilities in France. This event highlights India's growing strength in space, A...13 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- What is Criminal Tourism? Durham police arrest 46 suspects under 'Project Jetsetter' since 2019; Majority of suspects from one European nationDurham police have arrested 46 suspects in a crackdown on 'criminal tourism'. Project Jetsetter targets international crime groups committi...08 Jun, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
- Barrie Police launch search for missing teen and two adults, release photos amid ongoing Investigation; details insideBarrie police are actively searching for three missing individuals: 14-year-old Haylie, and adults Mercy (39) and Erik (25), who may be tog...01 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
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