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Russia's Mikhail Kalashnikov invented the deadly AK-47 rifle, but a 2013 letter to church just before his death revealed his deepest regret: 'My spiritual pain is unbearable'- In 1959, Otis Boykin patented a precision resistor designed for greater reliability; his resistor designs later drew interest from IBM and the US military
- In 1940, Frederick McKinley Jones patented a refrigerator tough enough for moving trucks; it changed how fresh meat and dairy could travel long distances
- 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
- During the American revolution in 1776, a rebel inventor devised a daring weapon against the British Navy- a bomb-carrying submarineBack in 1776, a clever American inventor created the Turtle, a one-man submarine shaped like an acorn. Its mission was to sneak up on enemy...04 Sep, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
- In 1824, an English engineer invented the first working electromagnet laying the foundation for modern electrical engineeringIn 1824, an English engineer invented the first working electromagnet laying the foundation for modern electrical engineering. William Stur...04 Sep, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
- In 1867, a Swedish chemist, engineer and industrialist invented a stable paste made by mixing highly unstable liquid nitroglycerin with porous silica sand called kieselguhr changing the world foreverIn 1867, a Swedish chemist, engineer and industrialist invented a stable paste by mixing nitroglycerin with porous silica sand called kiese...02 Sep, 2026, 01.29 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by Leonardo da Vinci: "If you are alone, you belong entirely to yourself. If you are accompanied by even one companion, you belong only half to yourself..." – Timeless lessons on companionship, freedom and relationships by the legendary Italian polymathLeonardo da Vinci saw solitude as a way to stay independent and focused. He believed that being with others often means giving up some free...29 Aug, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
- Actor Madhavan salutes TCS techie-turned Indian Air Force female pilot Bhawana Kanth, India's first woman 'Top Gun'Actor R Madhavan, who is set to appear in GDN, recently lauded Bhawana Kanth for her historic achievement as the first woman FCL aviator. K...14 Aug, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
- In 2009, a Navy veteran's low-cost invention helped thousands get glasses in places without eye doctorsUSee Vision Kit: Retired US Navy and Marine Corps officer, Kevin White, has pioneered a vision testing system aimed at providing affordable...03 Aug, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
- In 1874, an African-American inventor designed an improved bathroom system for trains: How Lewis Howard Latimer along with Charles W. Brown changed railroad travel with a safer water closet patent?In 1874, an African-American inventor designed an improved bathroom system for trains through a patent filed by Lewis Howard Latimer and Ch...30 Jul, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
- In 1898, an immigrant engineer invented wireless technology, created a battery-powered boat and operated it with a pocket-size remote while everyone thought it was magic: How Nikola Tesla demonstrated the world's first radio-controlled vessel 'Telautomaton'?In 1898, an immigrant inventor created a remote-controlled boat powered by a battery and operated it with the help of radio signals while e...29 Jul, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
- Meet the 'most beautiful woman in the world' Hedy Lamarr: The Hollywood icon who escaped Nazi Europe, invented a World War II radio signaling system and earned the title 'mother of Wi-Fi'Hedy Lamarr, a famous Hollywood actress, was also a brilliant inventor. Hedy escaped Nazi Europe and developed a frequency-hopping communic...23 Jul, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
- In 1903, the Wright brothers studied bird wings and bicycle mechanics, and helped launch modern aviationThe Wright brothers achieved the first powered flight in 1903. Their success stemmed from a unique focus on aircraft stability and control....15 May, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
- Today in US history, on February 19: From wartime decisions and daring rescues to inventions and military milestonesFebruary 19 marks significant US historical events. In 1942, President Roosevelt ordered Japanese-American internment. The Donner Party was...19 Feb, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
- 2 Indian-American innovation pioneers inducted into Inventors Hall of FameNational Inventors Hall of Fame, releasing its list of 2018 inductees, said Paulraj's wireless technology has revolutionised broadband wire...29 Jan, 2018, 03.35 PM IST
- From TNT's Wilbrand to Ecstacy's Kollisch, inventions used differently than expectedWilbrand, who discovered the yellow dye has now become a war weapon & Ecstacy which was invented to stop excess bleeding is now a party dru...14 Dec, 2016, 12.36 PM IST
- Ray Tomlinson's 'story' about inventing email is the biggest propaganda lie of modern tech history: Shiva AyyaduraiThe death of Tomlinson, credited as the inventor of email, has rekindled the controversy over VA Shiva Ayyadurai's place in history.15 Mar, 2016, 08.59 PM IST
- As world mourns Raymond Tomlinson, email pioneer Shiva Ayyadurai prays for recognitionThe facts are that Shiva Ayyadurai does have the first US copyright for Email, or 'Computer Program for Electronic Mail System,' in 1982.08 Mar, 2016, 12.56 PM IST
- Indestructible clothing may survive wear-and tear but not fickleness of human natureWear-andtear gives us an excuse to change our minds and preferences as time goes by. So any item that lasts forever, is likely to fall foul...22 Oct, 2012, 05.00 AM IST
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