European proverb of the day: 'There'll be white blackbirds before an unwilling woman...' Life lessons from Irish saying on true commitment, emotional readiness, genuine consent, lasting bonds, mutual desire, coercion, meaningful relationships, manipulation, and why forced marriages never benefit anyoneEuropean proverb of the day brings attention to the Irish saying, "There'll be white blackbirds before an unwilling woman ties the knot." T...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Irish proverb of the day: 'Marry a woman from the mountain, and you...' Life lessons on collective family, community obligations, cultural baggage, interconnected growth, and why marriage is a package deal and comes with its own pros and consIrish proverb of the day teaches that marriage is never only about two people. The saying, "Marry a woman from the mountain, and you marry ...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.03 PM IST
Whisky, no more a colonial hangoverIndia's whisky scene is experiencing a remarkable 'swadeshi' boom, with domestic premium brands like Indri and Rampur rising in popularity,...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
Quote of the day by American novelist Nicholas Sparks: 'The emotion that can break your heart is sometimes the one that heals it.' A life lesson on growth through heartbreakNicholas Sparks' novel 'At First Sight' delves into love's dual nature. The story highlights how the emotion that causes deep pain can also...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.47 AM IST
Foreign whisky sales slow for second straight year as post-pandemic boom fadesGrowth in imported whisky sales slowed for a second consecutive year in 2025 across Scotch, Irish, Japanese and American categories, reflec...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Life lesson of the day by George Bernard Shaw: 'We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because...' - Nobel Prize-winning writer of Pygmalion's quote on aging reveals one habit that keep people young at heart and mindLife lesson of the day by George Bernard Shaw: George Bernard Shaw believed that people grow old because they stop playing. He suggested th...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Ireland tightens family reunification rules for migrants and refugeesIreland is introducing stricter family reunification rules starting June 12, 2026. Irish citizens and certain non-EEA nationals will need h...
18 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
8 books on Shah Rukh Khan’s reading list that reveal the Bollywood superstar’s curious mindBollywood star Shah Rukh Khan is a keen reader. Books provide him with ideas and inspiration. His reading list spans various genres. He has...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
7 books recommended by Elon Musk that helped shape his thoughts, from childhood to trillion-dollar successElon Musk's intellectual journey is shaped by a diverse reading list, from existential sci-fi like 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' t...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Global Market: China Resources New Energy's Shenzhen IPO set to rewrite listing recordsChina Resources New Energy has priced its Shenzhen IPO at 10.11 yuan per share and could raise up to 24.5 billion yuan, making it the large...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.13 PM IST
Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'One should never trust a woman who tells one her... A woman who would tell one that, would tell one anything' - Irish author’s sharp humor at its finestQuote of the day by Oscar Wilde: Oscar Wilde, a renowned Irish author, is remembered for his sharp wit and enduring literary contributions....
16 Jun, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
UK to intensify crackdown on illegal migrants in Northern IrelandAuthorities in the United Kingdom are planning a significant increase in immigration enforcement operations in Northern Ireland. The focus ...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Gunter Grass: ‘Homeland is something one becomes aware of only through…’ German poet on value of home, culture and rootsNobel laureate Günter Grass, a voice for Germany's post-war generation, explored themes of guilt and memory. His famous quote resonates dee...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
From Norman Mailer's 'fug' to Trump's Oval Office: How a four-letter word conquered the English languageThe F-word's journey from censored print to common usage is explored. Norman Mailer faced publisher edits in his debut novel, substituting ...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
Born in Bihar, he became one of the greatest writers in English language, but he was not IndianGeorge Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in Motihari, British India, became a celebrated British writer. His classics, Animal Farm and 1984, r...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
Irish proverb of the day: 'Do not resent growing old. Many are denied the...' - motivational lessons on aging, gratitude, appreciating life, embracing growing older and importance of living in the presentIrish proverb of the day: An Irish saying offers a fresh perspective on aging. It suggests that growing older is a privilege many never exp...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Famous Quote of the Day by Iconic Irish band Boyzone: “If it comes, I deal with it. I don't get over-excited about… – Inspiring lessons on self-control, decision making, pressure, overreaction and why you can’t please everyone by the popular band that achieved 16 Top Five singles and six number-one hits on the UK chartsFamous Quote of the Day by Boyzone: Boyzone once shared a grounded perspective on handling life and expectations, “If it comes, I deal with...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.19 AM IST