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Psychology says waiting until the last minute to work is not laziness: How deadlines and time pressure trick the brain into finally taking action- Universities should blend Indian culture, tradition with modernity: President Droupadi Murmu
- Psychology says adults who avoid pizza crust or bread crust aren't childish, they are simply chasing satisfaction differently
- International Yoga Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrationsInternational Yoga Day 2026, on June 21, champions "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting yoga's role in promoting longevity and well-bein...20 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
- In 1916, a metallurgist accidentally dipped his pen into molten metal; it led to a crystal-growing technique that powers the modern semiconductor industryIn 1916, a Polish metallurgist inadvertently dipped his pen into molten metal, leading to a groundbreaking revelation. This serendipitous m...19 Jun, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- Best Scottish saying of the Day: Don’t reject something valuable for something less useful. Choose…”Importance of choosing value over less useful options in life decisionsScottish saying of the day: This Scottish saying, "Dinna cast out the falcon for the moorhen," advises against discarding valuable assets f...19 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Quentin Tarantino on Toy Story: “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent. It's one of the best movies I've ever seen”Quote of the Day by Quentin Tarantino on Toy Story: Quentin Tarantino’s quote, “In the case of Toy Story, the third one is just magnificent...19 Jun, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
- Treaty of Versailles 2.0: Macron played the Trump card, laden in goldAfter posing in front of Versailles' golden doors, Trump enjoyed a private tour of the chateau's glittering interior. And in a surprise mov...19 Jun, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
- Greek Saying of the Day: “One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That word is Love.” How a simple word can help carry life's heaviest burdensGreek Saying of the Day: Ancient Greek philosopher Sophocles' timeless wisdom, 'One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That ...19 Jun, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
- In 1912, Cadillac fitted 12,000 cars with Charles Kettering's electric self-starter; the hand-crank era ended, and ordinary drivers could finally start a car safelyIn the early days of the automobile, drivers faced a daunting ritual every time they wanted to hit the road. Cranking the engine by hand wa...18 Jun, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
- Korean Saying of the Day: “Even a distant pine nut tastes sweet when eaten”. Heartwarming lessons on love, relationships and friendshipsKorean Love Saying of the Day: A Korean proverb, "Even a distant pine nut tastes sweet when eaten," highlights the importance of appreciati...18 Jun, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel: ‘The best things in life are free; the second best things are…’Quote of the Day by Coco Chanel on best things in life resonates today amidst social media's luxury focus. While material possessions offer...18 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
- Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Isitsha Esihle Asidleli' - 'A beautiful plate is not eaten off of for...'Zulu Proverb of the Day: A Zulu proverb, 'A beautiful plate is not eaten off of for long,' offers timeless wisdom. It highlights that outwa...18 Jun, 2026, 12.57 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
- Quote of the day by Hailee Steinfeld: 'Every girl wishes she was Juliet in some version of their...' - life lesson on romance, relationships, human connection, dreams and why everyone connects with great love stories by The Edge of Seventeen actress and Starving singerQuote of the day by Hailee Steinfeld: Actress Hailee Steinfeld shares a quote about Juliet, a timeless literary figure. She suggests every ...17 Jun, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
- In 1907, a Canton janitor's asthma got so bad he rigged a fan motor, broomstick, and pillowcase into a vacuum: His cousin's husband, W.H. Hoover, bought the patent in 1908Meet James Murray Spangler, the janitor whose battle with asthma sparked an ingenious innovation in 1907: the electric suction sweeper. Cra...17 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- In 1956, a Cincinnati nursery teacher read about wallpaper putty being used as clay and convinced her brother-in-law to rebrand it as Play-Doh, 2 billion cans laterA humble wallpaper cleaner found new life as Play-Doh. A Cincinnati teacher, Kay Zufall, saw its potential for children's art. Her brother-...17 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
- Union Minister Shekhawat outlines roadmap for Northeast's trade and tourism boomUnion Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat unveiled a vision for Northeast India at the NEIINFRA summit, highlighting over Rs 6 lakh crore inv...16 Jun, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
- In the 1920s, a paper company realized wartime wadding could work better on faces than on cold cream, and facial tissues entered daily lifeInitially crafted for elegant beauty routines to wipe away cold cream, facial tissues quickly transformed into a practical alternative to t...14 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Sigmund Freud: “To love and to work” a lesson on purpose and connectionQuote of the Day: Sigmund Freud's simple advice to love and work remains relevant today. A healthy life requires both meaningful connection...13 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
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