Quote of the Day by one of history's greatest commanders Napoleon Bonaparte: 'Show me a family of readers, and I will show you...'- A timeless lesson on books and greatness by the Emperor who dominated European historyNapoleon Bonaparte, a military genius, believed reading was key to success. His famous quote emphasizes that families of readers produce wo...
14 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Quote of the day by Abraham Lincoln: ‘My Best Friend is a person who will give me a…’ – Former US President on friendship and readingAbraham Lincoln, a former US President, believed true friends give books that expand understanding. His quote emphasizes intellectual growt...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Quote of the Day by The 48 Laws of Power author Robert Greene: ‘When you are trying to impress people with words...’ - A lesson on power, communication and self-controlRobert Greene's insights, particularly from 'The 48 Laws of Power,' highlight that true influence often stems from restraint and carefully ...
13 Jun, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: “The question is, are we happy to suppose that our…’ – Naturalist on stewardship, conservation and responsibilitySir David Attenborough, a renowned nature communicator, urges us to consider the future of wildlife. His words question our willingness to ...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.51 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
Folarin Balogun played for another international team before choosing Team USA - why he made the switchFolarin Balogun made a historic World Cup debut for the USMNT, scoring twice against Paraguay. Born in New York to Nigerian parents and rai...
13 Jun, 2026, 08.07 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov: 'In life, unlike chess, the game continues after...'- A powerful lesson about resilience and moving forward by one of the 'Big Three' science fiction writersScience fiction legend Isaac Asimov's quote, “In life, unlike chess, the game continues after checkmate,” offers a powerful lesson on resil...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.44 AM IST
In 1945, villagers digging for fertilizer in Upper Egypt found a sealed jar of codices, and Nag Hammadi changed the study of early ChristianityVillagers near Nag Hammadi found a sealed jar in 1945. Inside were thirteen ancient books. These books contained early Christian texts unkn...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
In 1972, archaeologists opened a Han tomb and found bamboo slips, and lost military classics stepped back into viewRecent excavations of ancient tombs in China have uncovered invaluable bamboo slips from Han-era burials, shedding light on early Chinese t...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
In 1906, archaeologists clearing the ruins of Hattusa uncovered thousands of clay tablets: And a lost Hittite empire finally found its voiceArchaeologists unearthed 10,000 clay tablets at Hattusa, the Hittite capital. These ancient writings provided a direct voice for the Hittit...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
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...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Quote of the day by Sun Tzu: 'One mark of a great soldier is that he fights on his own terms or fights...' - Ancient Chinese military strategist's timeless lesson on choosing your battles wiselyQuote of the day by Sun Tzu: Ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu, author of 'The Art of War,' emphasized strategy and preparation o...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Quote of the day by historian and philosopher Will Durant: 'One of the lessons of history is that nothing is often a...' - motivational life lessons on self-control, patience, why every situation does not require action and why doing nothing is sometimes the smartest decisionQuote of the day by Will Durant: Historian Will Durant emphasized that sometimes, doing nothing requires more wisdom than acting. He noted ...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Chinese Proverb of the Day: “Do not ask how poor the village is today; ask how many books its...” — Want to know how China grew from one of the world's poorest countries into a global superpower? This ancient Chinese proverb holds the answer on education, long-term thinking, and investing in future generations rather than chasing short-term wealthChinese Proverb of the Day reveals a powerful truth: a village’s future is not judged by today’s poverty but by the books its children carr...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.38 PM IST
Wednesday Motivation quote by Mark Twain: 'The man with a new idea is a crank until the...'Mark Twain's most famous novels, 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', are considered classics of American l...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.35 AM IST
Guns N’ Roses, the band behind ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’, announce India concerts: Check dates, venues and ticket pricesGuns N’ Roses India concert: Guwahati will host the legendary rock band Guns N' Roses on November 17, 2026. This event follows the success ...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
To Russia, with love: Indian contemporary art arrives at the Hermitage that houses masterpieces by Rembrandt and RaphaelThe State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg is thrilled to unveil 'Sediments of Becoming', an exhibition that introduces the dynamic lands...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.27 AM IST