No cutting trees yet, 200% stronger wood: Japan’s 600-year-old technique for producing wood is a lesson on sustainable forestryDiscover Daisugi, a 600-year-old Japanese tradition offering premium timber without deforestation. This ingenious method, originating in 14...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
Best Proverb of the Day: 'As long as a man lives, the entire world is too small for him; after death, the grave is big enough' — Origin and meaning explainedA timeless proverb, "As long as a man lives, the entire world is too small for him; after death, the grave is big enough," offers a profoun...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Yash Raj Films makes first bet on vertical entertainment with Rusk Media investmentYash Raj Films is venturing into the burgeoning digital-first entertainment space with a strategic investment in Rusk Media. This move sign...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Meet Aarya, the Indian-origin toddler who aims to become youngest person to visit all 63 US national parksAn Indian-origin toddler from Illinois is on a quest to become the youngest person to visit all 63 U.S. national parks. Little Aarya, accom...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Passport-holding NRIs qualify as 'citizens' under RTI, 2010 govt records showDocuments from 2010 reveal the Centre's interpretation of 'citizen' under the RTI Act, including Indian passport holders abroad but excludi...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
'It costs Rs 1.5 lakh a month just to exist': Indian-origin man asks if Rs 4.6 lakh is enough in BengaluruAn Indian-origin man's detailed monthly budget for relocating to North Bengaluru after 15 years in the US has sparked a lively Reddit discu...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
Taking a second loan for home loan repayment? Claim tax deduction on both under old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-2027Homeowners can now potentially claim tax deductions on interest paid for both their original home loan and a subsequent loan taken to repay...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Who is Shankh Mitra? The Indian-origin CEO who became the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 after Elon MuskIndian-origin Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, has been named the world's second-highest paid executive in 2025 with an $821 million package...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
Idiom of the Day: “Give someone the cold shoulder” — Life lessons on silence , ignorance, rejection and why sometimes people choose silence over wordsIdiom of the Day: In life, silence can sometimes carry more meaning than words. The idiom “give someone the cold shoulder” describes the ac...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
Passport not proof of citizenship? The 2,500-year-old history behind the travel documentA recent government clarification in India, stating passports aren't conclusive proof of citizenship, has ignited interest in the document'...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Idiom of the Day: 'Bone to Pick'- Here's the meaning, origin, usage, and valuable life lessons about unresolved feelingsIdiom of the Day: Ever felt the need to address an issue with someone? The idiom "bone to pick" perfectly captures this common human experi...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Indian-origin lawyer faces $255,000 fine in US over alleged asylum fraudAn Indian-origin attorney faces a hefty fine exceeding $250,000 from US federal authorities for allegedly submitting fraudulent documents a...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
Idiom of the Day: 'A dime a dozen'- Meaning, origin, and inspiring life lessons on the harsh truth about commonality and value in today's worldIn today's world, many things are easily found and lack uniqueness, a concept captured by the idiom 'a dime a dozen.' This phrase, originat...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
The original Aam AadmiUnboxed, a podcast from Azim Premji University, explores India's deep-rooted mango obsession. Hosts Sharmadip Basu, Amit Basole, and Divya ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
A legendary river that shaped ancient empires and civilizations may have just revealed its pastEuphrates River origin: Contrary to popular belief, the mighty Euphrates River wasn't always a single entity. New research reveals it began...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Kunal Shah's WhatsApp appointment underscores India's expanding Big Tech footprintKunal Shah, CRED founder, is set to lead WhatsApp globally, joining a distinguished line of Indian-origin tech leaders. This appointment hi...
23 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
Blue Origin will 'fly this year' following May explosion, CEO saysLimp was speaking alongside Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos at the VivaTech conference in Paris.
17 Jun, 2026, 02.59 PM IST