Why is it recommended to put an A4 paper in the fridge during heatwaves?Millions are enduring a severe heatwave, and your refrigerator is working overtime. A simple paper test can reveal if your fridge's door se...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by Plato: ‘In politics we presume that everyone who knows how to get votes knows how to…’ – Greek philosopher calls out the lack of judgement and severity of its consequencesQuote of the day by Plato: We often elect leaders based on charisma and public speaking skills, mirroring how we'd choose a pilot by their ...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
'You don't need a degree': He got into IIT Delhi, then walked away from it for Microsoft. This 19-year-old's career move is going viralA 19-year-old has bypassed IIT Delhi's prestigious academic path for a software engineering role at Microsoft. Ashish Kumar Verma, already ...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't simply bored: What this behavior may revealPsychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't always distracted without reason. Psychology links this habit ...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
Oyo IPO: How real is Oyo parent PRISM’s Rs 748 crore net profitOyo IPO: PRISM, formerly Oravel Stays, has reported a Rs 748 crore profit for the nine months ending December 31, 2025, a significant turna...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
No performance concerns, no missed deadlines. But manager decides to terminate employee for dozing off at work. HR’s reality check leaves him disappointed. ‘The issue here is micro-management.’A manager's attempt to fire a top employee for 'zoning out' backfired spectacularly. He accused her of 'microdosing PTO' by dissociating, d...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Election Commission starts SIR voter list verification in Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya and Jharkhand: Important FAQs and what happens if you're not at home?The Election Commission of India has initiated a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls across Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya,...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.18 PM IST
Scientists just gave remote-controlled cockroaches tiny underwater suits, and the insects kept walking for up to 3 hours because the oxygen trick could help search flooded disaster zones and maybe even extreme worlds like MarsSearch-and-rescue teams may soon deploy a new six-legged ally: a cyborg cockroach equipped with a wearable diving suit. This innovation all...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Forget gold rush, diamonds rain on this planet, and it's located in our solar systemDeep within Uranus and Neptune, immense pressure and heat are transforming carbon into diamonds that rain down through the planets' interio...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Dreaming of moving to the mountains? Delhi couple living in Manali warns against 3 common mistakesDreaming of a mountain home? Delhi couple Rahul and Garima, now in Manali, share crucial advice. They highlight the importance of planning ...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
SIR Delhi 2026 Starts: How to check your name in SIR electoral roll online, process, eligibility and all other detail you need to knowDelhi SIR 2026 Starts: Know how to check your name in the electoral roll online, eligibility rules, verification process, documents require...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
Mexican proverb of the day: ‘He doesn’t even know a potato’ - a lesson on awareness and cluelessnessEver encountered someone confidently spouting falsehoods? A sharp Mexican proverb, 'He doesn't even know a potato,' humorously captures thi...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
From QR codes to fraud risks: 7 essential UPI facts every user should knowWe begin this new series with Bala, a curious young learner, as he explores money concepts. His first lesson: understanding UPI and digital...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Why clean land records are key to India's property marketStates are rapidly digitizing land records to streamline India's complex property market. This move aims to curb disputes, speed up transac...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Corporate bonds are emerging as a compelling alternative to fixed deposits: Nikhil AggarwalAs fixed deposit rates decline, Indian investors are increasingly exploring corporate bonds for better post-tax returns. This shift, driven...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Sold, or just shipped? How sales figures can be manipulated – and how you can spot itGoods left the warehouse. The invoice went out. So it must be a sale, right? Not always. Under the rules, a sale counts only when the custo...
27 Jun, 2026, 05.46 AM IST
Saudi Arabia introduces online portal for foreign property ownershipSaudi Arabia has unveiled a new digital platform, "Saudi Properties," simplifying foreign property ownership. This initiative, aligned with...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.02 PM IST