In 1929, archaeologist Pei Wenzhong uncovered a skullcap in a cave near Beijing: Peking Man forced the world to take Asia’s deep human past seriouslyIn 1929, the unearthing of Peking Man in China dramatically altered the landscape of human evolutionary studies. This pivotal Homo erectus ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Quote of the day by Marie Curie: “One never notices what has been done...” a lesson on pursuing excellenceQuote of the Day: Marie Curie's enduring quote highlights the importance of looking ahead. It suggests true progress stems from focusing on...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
Dil ka Chor: Anand Mahindra decodes the name of the smell after rain, says Indians may have a better term for itThe distinct scent of soil after rain, known as petrichor, sparked a lively online discussion after Anand Mahindra explored its Greek origi...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
In 2008, archaeologists lifting a skull from a wet pit in York found something soft inside, and the Heslington brain preserved a life from Iron Age BritainIn a remarkable archaeological breakthrough in York, England, researchers unearthed ancient brain tissue that has astonishingly remained in...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
In 1893, a chemist was silvering double-walled glass for cold gases and made a stubborn flask, which created the thermosIn the pursuit of knowledge, scientist James Dewar engineered an innovative container specifically designed for the exploration of ultra-ch...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Delhi to get mirror-like roads: New road plan promises AI-style monitoring, green belts and scientific maintenanceDelhi is set for a major road upgrade. A new scientific system will manage road construction and maintenance. This initiative focuses on im...
09 Jun, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Carlyle-backed Viyash Scientific buys Italy’s BioForLife for Rs 188 croreViyash Scientific, backed by Carlyle, is acquiring Italy's BioForLife for Rs. 188 crore. This move aims to build a leading global companion...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
Remember I amA simple yet powerful technique is presented. It involves remembering 'I am' constantly while performing daily tasks. This self-remembering...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Galileo Galilei: 'In the future, there will be opened a gateway...'Galileo Galilei, the "father of modern science," viewed his discoveries as merely opening a path for future generations. He humbly acknowle...
07 Jun, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
This weapon found in an Egyptian pharaoh's tomb wasn't made on Earth. Scientists solve a 3,000-year-old mysteryA mysterious iron dagger found in King Tutankhamun's tomb was made from space metal. Scientists confirmed the weapon's blade contains meteo...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Dark spots on Bengal's Himsagar mangoes cast shadow on export shipmentBengal's famous Himsagar mango exports face uncertainty. Dark spots, caused by rain and high temperatures, have appeared on the fruits. Thi...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
Delhi world's second-richest capital for avian diversity, hosts 471 bird speciesDelhi is the world's second-richest capital for bird diversity. A new Delhi Bird Atlas reveals 471 species. This comprehensive study, a cit...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun had 'alien' weapon that came from space? Scientists' 2016 discovery revealed the truthTutankhamun iron dagger: A mysterious iron dagger discovered in the tomb of King Tutankhamun has finally had its origin explained. Scientis...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
In 1999, treasure hunters dug up a corroded disk in Germany, and Bronze Age skies came back into viewAn illegal discovery of a rusted bronze disc near Nebra, Germany, has revealed profound insights into Bronze Age understanding of the cosmo...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
When scientists found the 'ghost' haunting CERN's most powerful acceleratorFor over two decades, scientists at CERN observed unexplained particle losses in their Super Proton Synchrotron. A new study has finally ma...
03 Jun, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
7 Japanese memory techniques people use to remember more, from train operators to mental-abacus expertsA groundbreaking study has unveiled powerful strategies for enhancing memory. Researchers emphasize the importance of spatial awareness, ac...
30 May, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
A single jawbone from Taiwan just changed what scientists knew about DenisovansA mysterious ancient jawbone found in Taiwan has been identified as a Denisovan man. This discovery rewrites our understanding of these ear...
29 May, 2026, 04.41 PM IST