How to remove pesticides naturally from your favourite summer fruits: Berries, peaches and plumsSummer's bounty of berries, peaches, and plums offers peak flavour and nutrition. While delicious, these fruits can carry pesticide residue...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
In 1930, a chemist was testing a rubbery polymer found it hardened the wrong way, and PVC moved into pipes, raincoats, and recordsA chemist named Waldo Semon sought rubber but found a stubborn polymer. His accidental discovery led to flexible PVC. This material, once d...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
In 1893, an engineer was playing with hooks and clasps and built a sliding fastener: This led to the creation of the zipperThe zipper's path to success was long and winding. Initially patented in 1893, it faced many challenges. Improvements in design and marketi...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
Want a desirable romantic partner? Psychology reveals the one personality trait that gives confidence to pursue themA study published in the Journal of Personality found that people with a stronger "promotion orientation", a mindset focused on growth, ach...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
Psychology says people who always wear back and white may be sending a powerful message without saying a wordPsychology does not claim that everyone who prefers black-and-white clothing has the same personality traits. Human behavior is far too nua...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
In 1888, a doctor’s daughter tired of body odor turned cream into a personal fix, and deodorant became part of modern routineBack in 1888, a groundbreaking cream named Mum made waves in the world of personal care, tackling the age-old issue of body odor. This inno...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Govt focusing on 'automation' of explosives units for safer operations: OfficialThe Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is prioritizing automation in explosives manufacturing. This move aims to signif...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
“How are people surviving?” Mumbai couple’s viral post breaks down monthly spending and struggle to save despite a good incomeA Mumbai couple earning ₹2.2 lakh monthly shared their struggles to save money, detailing significant expenses like rent, household needs, ...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
Prince William says UK homelessness 'preventable' with AIPrince William announced at London Tech Week that AI technology can prevent homelessness in the UK. His charity, Homewards, launched a data...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
'Couch, broken furniture, medication bottles': Olympic gold medallist Eileen Gu’s California sea cliff home under scrutiny over trash in upscale areaOlympic skier Eileen Gu's family home in San Francisco became the center of a neighborhood dispute after a large pile of discarded househol...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Delhi HC seeks Police stand on bail plea by ex-councillor Tahir Hussain in riots caseThe Delhi High Court is reviewing former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain's bail plea in a 2020 Delhi riots case. Hussain seeks relief after a ...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
Bored of regular eggs? Food influencer’s cheesy, spicy recipe is flavourful, comforting and ready in minutesFoodies seeking flavourful meals can try a new recipe for cheesy mozzarella eggs. Digital creator Rachana Kumar shared the dish on Instagra...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
African Proverb of the Day: “What women say is… — Life lessons on listening, communication, ignorance, perception and why good listeners make better decisionsAfrican Proverb of the Day highlights a traditional saying that reflects the importance of listening, perception, and understanding differe...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Mumbai woman has not used a dustbin for over five years. How did she keep her home waste-free without overspending?A Mumbai woman has successfully lived waste-free for five years by transforming her home. She composts kitchen scraps for her garden, recyc...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
Love Quote of the Day by Legendary Irish novelist James Joyce: “Her lips touched his brain as they touched his lips…” – Inspiring lessons on love, imagination, intimacy, desire, perception and why feelings speaks louder than words by the author of Ulysses known for his experimental style and deep exploration of human relationshipsLove Quote of the Day by James Joyce: James Joyce’s quote, “Her lips touched his brain as they touched his lips, as though they were a vehi...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
'Makes world a better place': Guntur residents leave their old clothes in public spaces for anyone in need to take freelyA community-driven clothing-sharing initiative in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district has captured attention online. According to the post, re...
01 Jun, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
In 1823, a chemist working with rubber and coal tar found cloth turning strangely dry: It wasn't just treated fabric, and it changed how rainy cities could dressIn 1823, Charles Macintosh revolutionized the world of outerwear by inventing a waterproof fabric. By cleverly bonding rubber with cloth, h...
25 May, 2026, 03.31 PM IST