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MORTALITY RISK AND READING
In 2016, Yale began following 3,635 people aged 50+; 12 years later, those reading books regularly showed a 23% lower mortality hazard, with readers reaching an 80% survival point 23 months later- Quote of the Day by Seneca: “It’s not because things are difficult that we dare not venture. It’s because...” — Inspiring life lessons on courage, resilience, confidence, perseverance, self-growth, and why taking the first step can make difficult challenges easier by the ancient Roman Stoic philosopher
- Could skipping squats and lunges be hurting your health as you age? Experts warn of hidden heart risks, blood sugar problems, weaker bones if you don't train legs
- What Europe can learn from Australia's 'Black Summer' wildfiresAustralians share their hard-earned wildfire strategies with Europe, which is grappling with severe blazes. Effective preparation and hazar...03 Aug, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
- Big age gap between children? Here’s what it means for your retirement, education planning, and family financesIndia’s falling total fertility rate, which currently stands at 1.9, below the replacement rate of 2.1, has ignited debates around smaller ...03 Aug, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
- Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spiralling out of control, risk of transmission escalating, warns WHOIn a statement, the organisation said that the outbreak is now the largest Ebola outbreak ever reported in the Democratic Republic of the C...02 Aug, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: "The whole world is divided for me into two parts: one is..." — Life lessons on love, identity, emotional attachment, self-discovery, purpose, happiness, and why the people you cherish most often reveal who you truly are by the legendary Russian novelist and philosopherToday's quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy comes from his timeless novel War and Peace. "The whole world is divided for me into two parts..." ...24 Jul, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
- NRI insurance: Benefits, risks, and features of GIFT City’s dollar-denominated insurance plansMany companies—including HDFC Life International, ICICI Prudential Life, ICICI Lombard, Star Union Dai-ichi Life, IndiaFirst Life and Tata-...20 Jul, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
- Harvard study finds spending just two hours a week on this habit could help you live longer, cut heart disease and dementia death risk; combining it with aerobic exercise may lower early death risk by up to 45%New research suggests strength training offers significant health benefits. Just 90 to 120 minutes weekly lowers death risk from all causes...19 Jul, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
- More than 2,700 died as result of heatwaves in England, researchers sayOver 2,700 people died in England and Wales due to recent heatwaves. Experts used weather data and climate models for this mortality estima...13 Jul, 2026, 07.33 AM IST
- India among 4 countries with largest number of cities at-risk from extreme heat, analysis findsIndia, Pakistan, Nigeria, and Ghana host many cities at extreme heat risk. Over ninety-five percent of these at-risk cities are in Asia and...10 Jul, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
- 92% of people will be affected by cancer at least once in their lifetime, says WHOCancer affects nearly everyone globally, with one in five developing the disease. The world recorded over twenty million new cases and ten ...10 Jul, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
- Flood toll rises to three as another body found in Arunachal Pradesh, IMD warns of heavy rainArunachal Pradesh grapples with escalating flood crisis as Keyi Panyor toll reaches three with a body found in Papum Pare. Incessant rains ...28 Jun, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
- Europe heatwave: Where in Europe is the heatwave and when will it end? 101 million Europeans under 35°C+ due to "heat dome"Heatwave in Europe 2026: Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, with over 100 million people experiencing temperatures above 35°C. Wes...25 Jun, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
- From Rs 4,900 crore to Rs 41,300 crore: How Sanjeev Bikhchandani turned 135 startups into a 743% return machineSanjeev Bikhchandani's Info Edge has achieved remarkable capital compounding, deploying Rs 4,900 crore across 135 startups since 2007, now ...23 Jun, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
- 12 Indians among 13 killed in blast at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG complex during restartA devastating explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG complex has claimed thirteen lives and injured sixty-six. The incident occurred during th...23 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST
- Info Edge says it invested Rs 1,003 crore on AI, deeptech startups since 2020Info Edge, the parent of Naukri, has significantly boosted its AI and deeptech investments, pouring Rs 1,003 crore into 54 startups since 2...22 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
- Scanning cancer, up close & personal: A revolution is underway in cancer diagnosisA gene-based test called next-generation sequencing can identify precise mutations, which can then be treated with targeted therapies. Sinc...22 Jun, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
- India makes gains in child, maternal health but nutrition challenges persist: SBI reportIndia's latest health survey reveals significant improvements in maternal care and child vaccination rates. Stunting among children has see...17 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
- India makes significant progress in reducing maternal mortality decline, on course to meet SDG targetIndia's maternal health has seen a remarkable transformation, with maternal deaths having fallen significantly, a global achievement. This ...29 May, 2026, 10.34 PM IST
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