Searched for
HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Mahakala in Baghdad: How Buddhism and Tantra reshaped Islamic thought- On This Day in History, July 4: Declaration of Independence proclaimed, Battle of Hattin, Statue of Liberty presented, Philippines gains independence, Higgs boson discovery and more
- July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates it
- Quote of the day by Greek poet Archilochus: ‘The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing,’ what it teaches us about multitasking vs mastering one purposeAn ancient Greek proverb, "The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing," offers a timeless lesson on focus. Isaiah Berl...03 Jul, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
- 300-year-old Shiva Lingam-shaped stepwell revived in Karnataka: Buried under garbage for decades, historic well draws crowd in Belagavi. WatchA 300-year-old stepwell in Belagavi, Karnataka, once buried under decades of garbage, has been revived by a community effort. This historic...03 Jul, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
- Man with a Tibetan flag dies after setting himself on fire in front of UN headquartersTragedy struck outside the UN headquarters in New York on Thursday as a man self-immolated and later died from his injuries. The incident o...03 Jul, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
- Quote of the day by 'Father of modern economics' Adam Smith: 'Science is the great antidote to the poison of...' - Scottish philosopher's powerful life lesson on the importance of reason and knowledgeAdam Smith, the 'Father of Modern Economics', profoundly shaped our understanding of trade, society, and human behavior. His seminal work, ...02 Jul, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Alexander the Great: "Remember that upon the conduct of each depends the..." — Can one person's daily choices truly decide the future of an entire team community and even society? Learn inspiring life lessons on discipline, vision, resilience, and fearless ambition from history's greatest conquerorQuote of the Day by Alexander the Great: "Remember that upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all." Every great victory begins with ...02 Jul, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Aesop: 'In a crisis, give help first and then...' Life lessons on action, unsolicited advice, criticism, empathy, personal growth and compassionQuote of the day by Aesop reminds people that helping someone during a crisis should come before offering advice or criticism. The famous l...01 Jul, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
- Did malaria, not poison, kill the Medici brothers? New DNA evidence answers a 400-year-old mysteryCenturies-old rumors of Francesco de Medici's murder have been debunked by DNA analysis. Scientists discovered that both Francesco and his ...01 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
- Proverb of the day from Russia: 'Do not fear the dog that barks loudly and bares its teeth; fear the one that stays silent, wags its tail, but creeps up quietly from behind...' Russian folk saying on why quiet threats can be more dangerous than obvious onesThe Russian proverb, "Do not fear the dog that barks loudly and bares its teeth; fear the one that stays silent, wags its tail, but creeps ...30 Jun, 2026, 08.55 PM IST
- A 1611 Renaissance painting captured a bat eating a bird 400 years before scientists fully documented itA 17th-century painting by Jan Brueghel the Elder may have captured a remarkable natural phenomenon centuries before science confirmed it: ...30 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Robert Frost: ‘No tears in the writer, no tears in…’ American poet's powerful wisdom on putting emotions in wordsRenowned poet Robert Frost's enduring legacy is highlighted, emphasizing his profound insight into writing. His famous quote underscores th...29 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
- India vs Ireland 2nd T20I: Shreyas Iyer's India eye series-levelling win after shock defeatIndia's top order faces immense pressure to bounce back against a confident Ireland in the second T20I after a shocking series-opening defe...27 Jun, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
- Ajmer’s hidden engine: From steam locomotives to Vande Bharat — inside the 150-year-old railway workshop quietly powering the city’s growth since 1876Set up in 1876, the Ajmer Railway Workshop has completed 150 years as one of the city’s most important institutions. Beyond locomotives and...26 Jun, 2026, 09.58 AM 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
- 300 years ago, one humble Indian potter rebuilt the human nose: How India gave the world rhinoplastyCenturies before the West, ancient India pioneered rhinoplasty. As early as the 6th century BC, physician Sushruta documented sophisticated...24 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
- Australia beats Pakistan by 113 runs to stay unbeaten at the Women's T20 World CupAustralia remains unbeaten in the Women's T20 World Cup after a dominant 113-run victory over Pakistan. Despite their perfect record, a sem...24 Jun, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
- Former Indian skipper Rohit Sharma conferred Padma ShriRohit Sharma has been honored with the Padma Shri for his significant contributions to Indian cricket. President Droupadi Murmu presented t...23 Jun, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- Italy brings Botticelli masterpiece to India, cultural ties to deepen further: Envoy Antonio BartoliItaly is deepening its ties with India through cultural exchanges, highlighted by the 'One Mother, Many Mother Tongues' exhibition in New D...23 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Load More
