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French Proverb of the Day: 'A woman and a ship ever want...' Life lessons on complexity, commitment, personal growth, communication, attention, patience, active listening, well-being, maintenance, and why relationships need continuous effort- Zerodha restarts referral programme; Nithin Kamath says over half of growth came through word of mouth
- Why are some of Mongolia’s lakes called 'seas'? Here’s the likely reason
- Word of the Day: ParacosmWord of the Day: Paracosm is far more than a little-known vocabulary term. It captures one of humanity’s most remarkable talents, the abili...14 Jun, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
- From Norman Mailer's 'fug' to Trump's Oval Office: How a four-letter word conquered the English languageThe F-word's journey from censored print to common usage is explored. Norman Mailer faced publisher edits in his debut novel, substituting ...13 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- Word of the Day: OneirophreniaWord of the day: Oneirophrenia is among the most intriguing words in the English language. Derived from ancient Greek and linked to psychol...13 Jun, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by The 48 Laws of Power author Robert Greene: ‘When you are trying to impress people with words...’ - A lesson on power, communication and self-controlRobert Greene's insights, particularly from 'The 48 Laws of Power,' highlight that true influence often stems from restraint and carefully ...13 Jun, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
- Why Pakistan's Sargodha, targeted by the IAF during Operation Sindoor, is central to Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas AaungaImtiaz Ali's film "Main Vaapas Aaunga" highlights Sargodha, a Pakistani city with deep roots in Partition-era memories. Established by the ...12 Jun, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Brad Pitt: 'Everything is more beautiful because we’re doomed...' - A life lesson about appreciating the present moment by the Fight Club actorHollywood star Brad Pitt's quote highlights life's fleeting beauty. He suggests that our moments are precious because they are temporary. T...12 Jun, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
- Beautiful Italian proverb of the day: 'Love, that moves the Sun and...' Life lessons on how love gives purpose and meaning to lifeItalian Proverb of the Day: Dante Alighieri's "Love, that moves the sun and the other stars" from The Divine Comedy transcends romance, hig...12 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
- European proverb of the day: 'A woman may be ever so old, if she...' Life lessons from Danish saying on stress, provocation, calm, anger, human nature, and why is it vital to keep your coolEuropean proverb of the day highlights an old Danish saying that explains how pressure, stress, anger, and provocation can affect anyone. T...12 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
- Word of the Day: AphanisisWord of the Day: Aphanisis fits squarely within that category. It is a sophisticated and intellectually compelling word whose relevance ext...12 Jun, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
- Pak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives at Karachi PortPakistan's Navy has received its first Hangor-class submarine from China. This marks a significant step in the Navy's modernization efforts...12 Jun, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
- Singapore court charges Indian origin man for e-mails containing abusive languageA 72-year-old Singaporean man faces charges for sending abusive emails. Manickam Manohar allegedly targeted a Member of Parliament and town...11 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
- Life lesson of the day: 'Knowledge is knowing what to say. Wisdom is knowing when to...'- Here's the forgotten art of timing and a life lesson that changes how we communicateTrue wisdom lies not just in knowing what to say, but crucially, when to say it. This life lesson emphasizes that timing and emotional awar...10 Jun, 2026, 06.17 PM IST
- Dil ka Chor: Anand Mahindra decodes the name of the smell after rain, says Indians may have a better term for itThe distinct scent of soil after rain, known as petrichor, sparked a lively online discussion after Anand Mahindra explored its Greek origi...10 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
- Word of the Day: CathexisWord of the Day: Some words stand the test of time because they capture something deeply human. Cathexis is one of those words. Although it...10 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
- Word of the Day: AprosexiaWord of the Day: Some forgotten words regain relevance because the world eventually grows into the problems they were created to describe. ...04 Jun, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- Word of the Day: NefelibataWord of the Day: Modern life often encourages people to value efficiency and productivity above all else. Nefelibata serves as a reminder t...03 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
- Word of the Day: KakistocracyWord of the Day: ‘Kakistocracy’ is far more than an obscure dictionary term. It is a striking linguistic weapon, sharp, historical and emot...29 May, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
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