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Quote of the day by Natsume Soseki: ‘I believe that words uttered in passion contain a greater living…’ – Japanese literary giant on the power of emotion- Quote of the Day by Japanese novelist Yukio Mishima: ‘Young people get the foolish idea that what is new for them must be new for everybody else too…’ - a sharp observation on identity, individuality, rebellion and why feeling different does not always mean being original, from the author of ‘Confessions of a Mask’
- Japanese Proverb of the Day: “Heaven does not create one man above or below another man” — A lesson on how no one is born superior or inferior, and that true growth comes through learning, humility, hard work and creating equal opportunities for others
- Japanese proverb of the day: “Even the judgement of hell depends on money” — a reminder that while money may not control everything, it can have a powerful influence on opportunities, decisions and justiceJapanese proverb of the day: A Japanese proverb suggests even hell's judgment depends on money. This saying reflects how wealth influences ...02 Sep, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
- He spent 16 years alone on one of world’s most remote islands: With two cats, chickens, a radio and basic supplies, this New Zealand sailor built a life in complete solitudeTom Neale spent an incredible 16 years living alone on Suwarrow Atoll, growing his own food and repairing shelters with resources available...27 Aug, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Haruki Murakami: ‘What lasts, lasts; what doesn't, doesn't. Time solves most things. And what time can't solve…’ - A timeless life lesson on letting go of what you can’t control by the award-winning Japanese writerHaruki Murakami quote of the day: Haruki Murakami’s quote underscores the importance of yielding to life’s natural rhythm and letting go of...18 Aug, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Yoko Ono: 'I saw that nothing was permanent. You don't want to possess anything ...'- Inspiring life lessons on letting go, relationships, and finding peace in an ever-changing world by the pioneer of avant-garde conceptual and performance artQuote of the Day by Yoko Ono: Yoko Ono's insights shed light on the fleeting nature of existence and the necessity of valuing our experienc...10 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
- Japanese Proverb of the Day: "Among flowers, the cherry blossom; among people, the..." — Timeless life lessons on purpose, courage, resilience, meaningful living, inner strength, lasting wisdom, self-discipline, and living with true integrityJapanese Proverb of the Day reminds us that some of life's greatest lessons never grow old. "Among flowers, the cherry blossom; among peopl...09 Jul, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Nikolai Gogol: “The human obsession with purpose is merely a distraction from the absurdity of...” — Could the endless search for meaning be stopping us from truly living, and what profound life lesson does Gogol’s wisdom reveal about success, uncertainty, and happiness?Quote of the Day by Nikolai Gogol: In a world obsessed with finding purpose, Nikolai Gogol offered a startlingly different perspective. His...22 Jun, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
- Japanese Proverb of the Day: ‘The man who waited for the cherry blossom to fall into his…’ Waiting for your lucky break? This ancient wisdom teaches why you keep failingJapanese proverb of the day offers a lesson to remember about determination, hard work and success. Its wisdom continues to resonate across...15 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Haruki Murakami: 'I dream. Sometimes I think that's the...'-Kafka on the Shore author's powerful line about dreams still resonates with millionsHaruki Murakami's poignant quote, "I dream. Sometimes I think that's the only right thing to do," resonates deeply with millions. In a worl...29 May, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
- Tuesday Motivation by Haruki Murakami: 'If you're in pitch blackness, all you can do is sit tight until your eyes...'Haruki Murakami's quote on patience in darkness highlights resilience during uncertain times, suggesting that allowing oneself time to adju...28 Apr, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
- Dan McGrath, Emmy-winning writer behind ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘Saturday Night Live,’ dies at 61Television writer Dan McGrath has passed away. He was 61. McGrath was celebrated for his work on 'The Simpsons' and 'Saturday Night Live.' ...17 Nov, 2025, 05.39 AM IST
- Karoshi at the workplaceThe concept of 'Karoshi,' or death due to work pressure, is becoming relevant in India. Modern workplaces are driven by mechanical efficien...26 Sep, 2024, 11.21 PM IST
- Japanese theatre icon Eno Ichikawa passes away at 83Ichikawa died after suffering heart problems on Wednesday in Tokyo, the entertainment company Shochiku Co., a major Kabuki producer, said S...16 Sep, 2023, 07.15 PM IST
- From tuning forks to phallic quartz crystals, decluttering guru Marie Kondo wants to sell you good vibrationsThe products, available on her website, range from the utilitarian to the obscure.23 Nov, 2019, 05.21 PM IST
- Food heaven: Regional cuisine at hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Japan steals the showThe thing about Japan is that it is not expensive at all. At one point, that is all travellers from India may have worried about. But today...02 Nov, 2014, 10.57 AM IST
- To Write, Run!Science is now corroborating Japanese master’s advice: boffins have found that mental fatigue does set in after you have been sitting down ...09 Jun, 2014, 02.05 AM IST
- Nehru, Tagore among 'foreigners who shaped modern China'Nehru and Tagore have been chosen among 60 foreigners, who shaped China.18 Sep, 2009, 07.46 PM IST
- Better English teaching will help Indians to globaliseThe need is to overhaul English teaching as well as to empower and equip all Indians to take advantage of the opportunities arising from gl...28 Apr, 2009, 08.12 PM IST
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