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Quote of the day by Lamar Odom: “We are born, we live, and we die. But I did not die that day...” — Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote by the two-time NBA champion on resilience, hope, love, survival, acceptance and mental strength, and how one difficult chapter can change the way we see life- Machinist Edwin Budding patented a lawnmower in 1830; rotating blades used to finish woolen cloth gave him the mechanism for cutting grass evenly
- Alexander Miles, a Duluth barber, patented an elevator door mechanism in 1887; a flexible belt and levers helped automate the shaft and car doors
- Alfred Cralle, a Pittsburgh porter, patented his ice-cream mold and disher in 1897; its thumb-operated scraper let servers dish 40 to 50 plates a minuteAlfred L. Cralle, a Black American inventor, patented the ice cream scoop in 1897. His simple yet effective design revolutionized ice cream...09 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- In 1939, a Russian-American aviator invented the first practical and mass-produced single-rotor helicopter revolutionizing modern aviationIn 1939, a Russian-American aviator invented the first practical and mass-produced single-rotor helicopter revolutionizing modern aviation....09 Sep, 2026, 02.00 AM IST
- Quote of the day by ‘Gone with the Wind’ author Margaret Mitchell: ‘Until you've lost your reputation, you never realize what a burden…’ – American novelist on reputation, independence and the courage to be yourselfQuote of the day: Margaret Mitchell, author of Gone with the Wind, explored reputation's burden. Her famous quote highlights freedom found ...07 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- 10-year-old boy from Mumbai wanted to avoid being scolded by his mother when he spilled juice. He came up with a robot that can clean and dry surfaces through a remote controlTen-year-old Arman Gupta came up with a creative solution to stop his mother from reprimanding him after an unintentional juice spill. He c...05 Sep, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
- California teen developed an eye condition at 5. At 14, he built an AI Device that could potentially help millions in needMeet Aaryan Balani, a 14-year-old from California who harnessed technology to create EYEVA, an AI-enabled wearable device designed to recog...05 Sep, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
- In 1945, Percy Spencer noticed something unusual while working on radar equipment: the candy bar in his pocket had melted. The engineer began experimenting with popcorn and an egg, eventually setting him on the path to developing the microwave oven.In 1945, Percy Spencer made a casual observation that led to a major change in food preparation. Standing next to a magnetron one day, he n...04 Sep, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
- In 1980, New Jersey reused 14,000 tons of milled U.S. 1 asphalt for U.S. 130 shoulders, saving $50,346 and 12,753 tons of virgin stoneNew Jersey's engineering team successfully transformed milled road surfaces into functional highway shoulders, achieving significant saving...04 Sep, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
- In 1994, Jack Nicholson donated 60 acres that could have become four homes, preserving Los Angeles wildlife habitatIn 1994, legendary actor Jack Nicholson donated 60 acres of undeveloped land in Coldwater Canyon to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy....04 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
- In 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, creating a blueprint for modern electrical machineryIn 1834, an American blacksmith along with his wife built the first practical DC electric motor, changing how electrical energy could be co...03 Sep, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
- In 1921, a 14-year-old Idaho farm boy looked at the rows in a potato field and imagined television: How Philo Farnsworth turned a plowed field into a world-changing inventionIn 1921, 14-year-old Philo Farnsworth found inspiration for electronic television while plowing a potato field in Idaho. His simple idea of...03 Sep, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
- In 1882, an American engineer at the age of 22 invented a device which had a two-bladed propeller placed onto the rotating shaft of a DC electric motor: The story of the first electric fanIn 1882, an American engineer at the age of 22 invented a device which had a two-bladed propeller placed onto the rotating shaft of a DC el...02 Sep, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
- GDN OTT release date confirmed: R Madhavan's biographical drama based on Indian inventor-industrialist G.D. Naidu to stream online. When and where to watch?R Madhavan’s GDN brings the story of celebrated Indian inventor and industrialist G.D. Naidu to the screen, tracing his journey, ambitions ...02 Sep, 2026, 08.16 PM IST
- At 12, she noticed how ironing machines used by vendors released charcoal smoke. She then invented a solar-powered alternative in just 6 monthsAt the tender age of 12, one little girl accomplished the seemingly impossible – she invented a solar-powered ironing cart. Vinisha Umashan...30 Aug, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
- Bishnu S. Atal: The Indian-born scientist whose breakthrough helped make mobile phone calls possibleBishnu S. Atal, an accomplished engineer from India, made remarkable contributions to the fields of digital telephony and cellular technolo...30 Aug, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
- At 13, a California student innovated a device to detect falls in the dark, became America's top young scientist, and took home $25,000Kevin Tang developed FallGuard, a system detecting falls in real time, even at night. This invention earned him the title of America's Top ...30 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
- In 1853, an American industrialist invented the revolutionizing safety elevator giving birth to a whole new industry and solving a crucial problem being faced during industrial revolution: How Elisha Otis invention changed the world?In 1853, an American industrialist Elisha Otis invented the safety elevator giving birth to a whole new industry and solving a crucial prob...28 Aug, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
- Psychology says people who invent stories about strangers may naturally engage in social imaginationInventing stories about strangers does not necessarily mean someone is nosy, judgmental or disconnected from reality. It may simply reflect...25 Aug, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
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