Peter Thiel's 7 timeless rules for spotting winning businesses: Here is what investors must knowBillionaire investor Peter Thiel advocates backing truly unique businesses rather than merely better versions of existing firms. Drawing fr...
23 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
India wasn't always one: The forgotten story of its unificationIndia's journey to independence in 1947 initiated a challenging process of national unification. Despite gaining freedom, several former Po...
22 Aug, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes editor after he defends editorial independenceThe Pentagon dismissed the editor-in-chief and a reporter from Stars and Stripes for insubordination. These actions followed public stateme...
22 Aug, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
Quote of the day by author Brad Blanton: ‘Most of us would rather kill ourselves than be, particularly if…’ – American psychotherapist on identity, truth and becoming someone newQuote of the day: Brad Blanton's radical honesty philosophy explores the conflict between our presented selves and inner experiences. He be...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
Italian Proverb of the Day: “Do as they say, not as they...”Meaning, life lesson, how to apply in daily lives, and why this saying still matters todayThe saying 'Do as they say, not as they do' underscores the importance of critiquing advice irrespective of the advisor's behavior. This pr...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Vishwa Hindu Parishad slams Congress over singing only two stanzas of Vande MataramThe VHP has criticized the Congress party's decision regarding Vande Mataram. The opposition party will now sing only two stanzas of the na...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
NSUI flags ‘RSS links’ in NCERT political science textbook panelThe NSUI has criticized the NCERT's reconstituted textbook development team. They allege members have direct or indirect links to the RSS-a...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Ex-US President John Adams: ‘I must judge for myself, but how can I judge, how can any man judge, unless his mind has been…’ - How can reading regularly transform the way you think?John Adams believed reading expands the mind for better judgment. Access to information today requires critical evaluation and thoughtful c...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Malcolm X: 'If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed...'- Powerful life lessons on media, oppression, narrative control and independent thinking by one of the most influential voices of the civil rights eraMalcolm X's powerful insights urge us to diligently evaluate the information we receive. The narrative's framing can significantly shape ou...
17 Aug, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
‘Hathiyari naxals’ gone, now beware of ‘dimagi naxals’: PM Modi on Independence DayPM Modi said India has succeeded in eliminating armed Naxalism after decades of violence, while warning that people with what he called a “...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Jai Hind begins with the place we call home: Celebrating the India around usIndependence Day can often resemble just another workday for many individuals. However, this year, as it coincided with a Saturday, people ...
15 Aug, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by Gary Cooper: 'One man who saw through his own eyes and thought with his own brain. Such men may be...' - inspiring quote by Oscar-winning actor of Sergeant York and High Noon teaches life lessons on making a difference, impact and why being unknown doesn’t mean being unimportantQuote of the day by Gary Cooper: Gary Cooper's quote highlights the power of independent thought and judgment. He believed individuals seei...
15 Aug, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
- Corporate India’s biggest risk may be thinking about tomorrow with yesterday’s ideas: Independent director’s Linkedin post sparks debate
Corporate governance may be struggling to keep pace with the speed at which business risks are changing, independent director Richa Arora h...
15 Aug, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
CJI Surya Kant wishes India ‘stronger and brighter future’ on Independence DayChief Justice Surya Kant extended Independence Day greetings and wished for India's progress. Prime Minister Modi hoisted the national flag...
15 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Quote of the day by Coco Chanel: ‘The most courageous act is still to think for…’ What the fashion icon teaches us about courage and individualityCoco Chanel’s quote, “The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud,” highlights the courage required to form independent o...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
As AI makes answers instant, schools face a bigger question: How do we teach students to think?As AI tools offer instant answers, students face a new challenge: understanding the 'why' behind solutions. The ET Masterclass AI for Acade...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Quote of the day by Bill Maher: 'We need more people speaking out. This country is not overrun with...' - motivational quote by American comedian and TV host of Real Time with Bill Maher teaches life lessons on conformity, courage and why you should never be afraid to think for yourselfQuote of the day by Bill Maher: Bill Maher advocates for independent thinking and speaking out against conformity. He believes the country ...
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