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PM Modi visits tortoise enclosure, joins Seychelles president in tree plantation ceremony- On This Day in History, June 27: World's first ATM installed, Peter the Great wins at Poltava, Atari founded, Djibouti gains independence, first colour TV demo and more
- Best German Proverb of the day: "Peace creates wealth, wealth creates arrogance, arrogance brings war, war brings poverty." A life lesson on the price of pride
- In 1873, had Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's palanquin not taken a wrong turn, India might never have got 'Vande Mataram'An 1873 encounter with a British officer in a palanquin ignited Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's patriotic fervor, leading to the creation of...26 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
- History in unique ways: South Africa, Switzerland, Canada make it to round of 32 in FIFA WC 2026South Africa, also known as Bafana Bafana in the football world, created history by advancing to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage for...25 Jun, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
- On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...25 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
- Passport not proof of citizenship? The 2,500-year-old history behind the travel documentA recent government clarification in India, stating passports aren't conclusive proof of citizenship, has ignited interest in the document'...25 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: 'Success is most often achieved by those who don't know...' - Iconic fashion designer on the power of a fearless mindsetQuote of the day by Coco Chanel: Coco Chanel, a revolutionary fashion icon, redefined women's style with her emphasis on comfort and freedo...25 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
- Life Lesson of the Day by George Burns: “Everything that goes up must come down. But there comes a time when...” — What does this wisdom reveal about resilience, change and life success? Inspiring lessons on time, opportunity, and the value of every moment from the legendary comedian’s timeless life wisdomLife Lesson of the Day by George Burns reveals a timeless truth about change, resilience and human nature. George Burns suffered massive pe...24 Jun, 2026, 09.31 PM IST
- FIFA World Cup 2026: Record-breaking match for Ronaldo; Modric joins 200 club; England's unwanted recordCristiano Ronaldo etched his name in history with a brace, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 win and becoming the first to score in six Wo...24 Jun, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to...' - Ancient Greek philosopher's life lesson on true contentmentAncient Greek philosopher Socrates, born in Athens around 470 BC, profoundly shaped modern thought on life and knowledge. Though he left no...24 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
- Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano RonaldoCristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan...24 Jun, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Virat Kohli: ‘Irrespective of whether you have talent or not, one has to …’ – Legendary cricketer on why talent alone is never enoughCricket icon Virat Kohli emphasizes that talent alone is insufficient for success, highlighting the indispensable role of relentless hard w...23 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
- International Yoga Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrationsInternational Yoga Day 2026, on June 21, champions "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting yoga's role in promoting longevity and well-bein...22 Jun, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
- 'TMC almost destroyed Bengal through looting': Giriraj Singh backs PM Modi, claims 'second independence' under BJPUnion Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congress of appeasement politics post-Pa...22 Jun, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
- 'Modi destroying India, Trump the world; both call themselves good friends', claims KhargeAICC President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Modi and Donald Trump, accusing them of harming their respective domains. Kharg...21 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
- Father’s Day 2026: History, theme, significance and why it is celebratedFather’s Day 2026 Theme: Father's Day 2026, observed on June 21, honours the invaluable contributions of fathers and father figures. Origin...20 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
- American saying of the day: 'Don’t Take No Wooden Nickels' — Meaning, origin, and how to use itThe American idiom "Don't take no wooden nickels" originated from promotional tokens with no real value, evolving into advice to be cautiou...18 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
- Father's Day 2026: Date, history and why the world celebrates fathers on different daysFather's Day 2026 Date: Father's Day in 2026 falls on June 21, observed on the third Sunday of June. This tradition honors fathers and fath...18 Jun, 2026, 08.39 AM IST
- When too much woefully falls shortPeople now use extreme words for everything. This makes it hard to praise something truly special. Social media has made this worse. Simple...18 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
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