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In 1961, a UCLA graduate student at JPL discovered how spacecraft could borrow speed from planetary gravity. Decades later, his gravity-assist technique produced a fuel-saving breakthrough that transformed deep-space explorationIn 1961, UCLA graduate student Michael Minovitch found a smarter way to move spacecraft through space. At JPL, he studied planetary gravity...- Quote of the day by Richard Thaler: "If we use prediction as the measure of a model, traditional finance makes precisely wrong predictions"Richard Thaler challenges traditional finance’s rational-investor assumption, arguing that psychology, emotions and behavioural biases shap...
- In 1643, an Italian physicist and mathematician came up with a crucial invention to help measure atmospheric pressure laying foundation for weather forecasts and unraveling many secrets in thermodynamics and modern meteorologyIn 1643, an Italian physicist and mathematician came up with a crucial invention to help measure atmospheric pressure laying foundation for...
- Independence Day 2026: 'Youth power' to drive celebrations at Red FortIndia Independence Day 2026: Youth power will be a central theme at the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. Young achievers and innovat...
- OpenAI pauses Astra AI model over critical cybersecurity concernsUnder OpenAI's Preparedness Framework, the potential development of such capabilities triggers stricter safeguards, particularly when model...
- Around 1450, an Italian polymath created a device to understand local wind force and weather patterns for designing safe buildings and gave the world its first mechanical anemometer: How did Leon Battista Alberti's invention worked?Around 1450, Leon Battista Alberti developed the first known mechanical anemometer, using a swinging plate to measure wind force. The devic...
- In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine revealed centuries later in two unknown letters written to Johannes Kepler: How Wilhelm Schickard developed 'calculating clock'?In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine, known as the calculating clock. Wilhelm Schickard ...
- 'They'll add a lot of value': Dhawan Backs Rohit, Kohli for 2027 ODI World CupShikhar Dhawan expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He believes their experience will add signi...
- Shikhar Dhawan praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting backs him for bright futureShikhar Dhawan lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's exceptional batting skills at a young age. Sooryavanshi achieved significant success in recent...
- OP Jindal Online Master’s in Data Science Review: Placements, AI curriculum, and ROIAs the field of data science evolves, there’s an increasing necessity for advanced technical skills. OP Jindal University’s online MSc in A...
- DeepSeek invests $20.8 million in Unitree's Shanghai IPOChinese AI firm DeepSeek invested significantly in robot maker Unitree. They will jointly develop advanced AI models for humanoid robots. T...
- He got into an IIM. Studying there left him disillusioned: ‘Thinking of leaving…’A Reddit user revealed a different story of an IIM student – one marked by struggle and anxiety. He revealed that he hailed from an arts ba...
- OpenAI’s Astra solves 10 longstanding math problems, igniting new debateApart from praise, the news, published on August 1, also kickstarted a debate on social media over whether the achievement is Fields medal-...
- Quote of the day by René Descartes: ‘It is just as valuable to be censured by friends as it is splendid to be…’ – Sometimes the hardest truth is the one we need mostQuote of the day: Rene Descartes, the French philosopher, posited that constructive criticism from friends is invaluable. He maintained tha...
- Quote of the day by Mohnish Pabrai: "Investing is not a discipline based on absolutes or precise mathematics. There simply aren’t enough data points available to work out the exact odds"Mohnish Pabrai says investing relies on judgment, patience and probability rather than certainty. He advises focusing on business fundament...
- Quote of the day by famous Swiss mathematician and physicist Leonhard Euler: “Nothing takes place in the world whose meaning...” - A timeless lesson on purpose, balance and excellenceLeonhard Euler, a renowned mathematician, left a lasting legacy of influential ideas. His quote about maximum or minimum reflects nature's ...
- Quote of the day by Isaac Newton: “I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies but not the madness of people.” - A life lesson from one of the greatest scientists of all timeSir Isaac Newton noted human madness is hard to calculate. He found planetary motion predictable through mathematics and science. Newton's ...
- No rabbits, no handkerchief. Madhavan, hails Stanford University professor, who pulls off magic trick using maths, paper clips, paper and rubber bandsActor R. Madhavan shared a fascinating mathematical demonstration by Tadashi Tokieda. Tokieda used a simple paper strip and clips to show u...
- Home loan EMI, amortisation and prepayment- The mathematics every borrower in India must understandUnderstanding home loan mechanics helps borrowers reduce total borrowing costs. The reducing balance method ensures interest decreases as t...
- Quote of the day by Carl Friedrich Gauss: “No contradictions will arise as long as finite man does not mistake the infinite for...” — Inspiring life lessons on wisdom, intellectual humility, critical thinking, curiosity, lifelong learning, and why letting go of fixed beliefs can transform the way we understand life by the legendary German mathematician known as the Prince of MathematicsToday's Quote of the Day by Carl Friedrich Gauss reminds us that human knowledge has limits, and wisdom begins when we recognise those limi...
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