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Quote of the Day on Father’s Day by Ben Okri: “One of the greatest gifts my father gave me…” – Powerful life lessons on resilience, emotional strength, and the quiet courage learned from his father who remained calm, joyful, and steady even through life’s financial and personal hardships- Quote of the day by Socrates: 'When entering marriage, look not at the face, which changes with seasons, nor the wealth, which can vanish. Look instead at...' How to choose a partner for marriage explained by the father of western philosophy
- 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-control
- Quote of the Day by Sylvia Plath: “I desire the things which will destroy me in the… — Life lessons on human nature, desire, attraction, self-awareness and why sometimes we are our own worst enemies by the iconic American poet best known for her semi-autobiographical novel The Bell Jar and her posthumous poetry collection ArielQuote of the Day by Sylvia Plath highlights the meaning of “I desire the things which will destroy me in the end.” The saying reflects a de...12 Jun, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Jean Baudrillard: ‘Americans may have no identity, but they do have wonderful teeth’ - French sociologist’s provocative take on identity in an appearance-obsessed worldQuote of the Day by Jean Baudrillard: “Americans may have no identity, but they do have wonderful teeth.” Decades before social media and i...08 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
- Love Quote of the Day by Legendary Irish playwright Colm Tóibín: “Some of our loves and attachments are… ” – Inspiring lessons on emotional connection , longing, vulnerability, regret and why feelings don’t ask for permission by the writer known for his subtle storytelling and unpredictable nature of human relationshipsLove Quote of the Day by Colm Toibín: Colm Tóibín’s quote, “Some of our loves and attachments are elemental and beyond our choosing, and fo...05 Jun, 2026, 09.48 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Miguel de Cervantes: 'The worst reconciliation is better than the best divorce' - Popular Spanish writer explains why forgiveness can be more valuable than separationMiguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, believed even a flawed reconciliation surpasses a good divorce. His view emphasised lifelong co...03 Jun, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: ‘I have just three things to teach…’ - The wisdom our materialistic lives forgotQuote of the Day by ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu on simplicity, patience, and compassion remains relevant today. His teachings offer...29 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Greek writer Aristophanes: ‘These impossible women! How they do get around us! The poet was right: Can't…’ humorous take on relationships and the universal emotion towards femalesQuote of the day: Even after more than two thousand years, Aristophanes remains one of history’s most influential comic writers. His plays ...28 May, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Paulo Coelho: “When we love, we always strive to become… – Inspiring lessons on personal growth, transformation, life purpose and how love brings out your best self by the world-renowned Brazilian novelist known for The Alchemist and insights on destiny and meaningful relationshipsQuote of the Day by Paulo Coelho: Paulo Coelho’s quote, “When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to bec...28 May, 2026, 02.48 AM IST
- Quote of the day by Seneca: ‘Peace does not come to the man who refuses to declare war on what is destroying him’- Stoic philosopher shares life lesson on confronting inner strugglesRoman philosopher Seneca's words on facing inner battles are gaining traction. His quote, 'Peace does not come to the man who refuses to de...26 May, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Italian poet Dante Alighieri: 'The hottest places in hell are reserved for…'—Inspiring quotes by the poet famous for the masterpiece of world literature, The Divine ComedyQuote of the Day: Dante Alighieri's timeless warning against moral neutrality, "The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in t...14 May, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: 'You can hold yourself back from the sufferings of the world, that is...'—Top quotes by the Absurdist fiction novelist, author of The MetamorphosisQuote of the Day: Franz Kafka, a renowned writer, explored themes of isolation and anxiety. His quote suggests that avoiding the world's su...14 May, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: 'You do not need to leave your room...'—Top quotes by the Absurdist fiction novelistQuote of the Day: Franz Kafka's words offer solace in today's chaotic world. His quote on remaining still and listening to the world reveal...11 May, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it.”Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: Taylor Swift’s quote “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it,” hu...11 May, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Margaret Atwood: ‘If I waited for perfection, I would never…’Margaret Atwood, a celebrated Canadian author, is renowned for her dystopian fiction and feminist perspective, with "The Handmaid's Tale" b...02 May, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Franz Kafka: ‘Do not waste your time looking for an obstacle, maybe…’ How to face fear of the unknown and break the illusion of barriersQuote of the day: Franz Kafka’s thought offers a quiet yet powerful challenge to one of the most limiting human tendencies, the habit of im...27 Apr, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: 'Man can do what he wills, but he cannot will what he wills.' Life advice from German philosopher who admired Indian texts like Upanishads & Bhagavad GitaArthur Schopenhauer, a 19th-century German philosopher, posited that while individuals can act on their desires, they cannot choose those d...08 Apr, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
- Quote of the day by novelist Paulo Coelho: ‘The world is changed by your example, not by your…’Paulo Coelho, a celebrated Brazilian author, gained global fame with his novel The Alchemist. His writings explore destiny and spirituality...30 Mar, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
- Dalit literature goes globalThese writers are also re-scripting the conceptions of Indian society and history while challenging prevailing literary conventions.05 Apr, 2015, 12.45 PM IST
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