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NPCI plans to enable unified e-mandate tracking for all UPI appsThe National Payments Corporation of India is set to unify UPI e-mandate management for all third-party apps, allowing users to view subscr...
Aprilia Tuono 457 Special Edition launched in India: Price, features and key changes explainedAprilia has unveiled its Tuono 457 Special Edition in India, priced at Rs 3.99 lakh. This new variant boasts cosmetic tweaks, improved ride...
India, Russia prevented global economy from collapsing: IMEMO chiefRussia and India have forged a new global economic model, preventing global collapse and aiding the Global South with affordable resources....
Psychology says people in their 60s and 70s who keep a handwritten address book aren’t out of touch: They’re protecting important relationships in a form they trust, because memory often feels more reliable when information can be seen, touched, and easily foundMany adults in their 60s and 70s still prefer handwritten address books, not out of technophobia, but as a dependable memory support. Resea...
India, South Korea discuss cooperation in digital governance, citizen-centric service deliveryIndia and South Korea are exploring enhanced cooperation in digital governance, e-government, and citizen-centric service delivery. Discuss...
Psychology says adults who bite their nails are not simply nervous but are seeking an escape route from uncomfortable situationsPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
Tokenised gold: A new way to invest in gold or a risky bet? What Indian investors need to know before investingTokenised gold is emerging as a new investment option in India. It uses blockchain to represent physical gold digitally. Investors can trad...
Psychology says women often sense danger earlier than others because their brains are constantly scanning the environment and their bodies react instantlyPsychology suggests that women’s ability to detect potential danger early often develops from countless small observations gathered over ye...
A 481-meter tsunami in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord, triggered when a mountainside collapsed beside a retreating glacier, shows how warming can quietly prime a tourist spot for disasterA massive mountainside collapse in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord generated a 1,578-foot wave, the second-tallest ever recorded. Scientists attri...
Psychology says people who go silent when they’re hurt are not weak, here’s why their brain may be asking them to shut downPsychology does not typically interpret silence as a sign of weakness. More often, it is seen as a coping mechanism that people use to navi...
In 1920, a psychologist watched a toddler learn fear from a white rat and revealed that fear could be learnedA famous psychology study from 1920, the Little Albert experiment, showed fear can be learned. Conducted by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayn...
Deeptech VC YourNest closes Rs 400 crore continuation fundYourNest Venture Capital has launched a Rs 400 crore continuation fund, YourNest Continuum Fund I, anchored by HDFC AMC. This fund will inv...
On This Day in History, June 14: Anne Frank writes diary, Auschwitz opens, first woman in space, first US flag approved, Falklands War ends and moreOn This Day in History, June 14 witnessed the beginning of Anne Frank's diary, the opening of Auschwitz, the launch of the Vostok mission t...
Psychology says taking your phone to the bathroom may reveal more than boredom: The hidden link between stress, dopamine, and why your brain avoids silencePsychology does not suggest that everyone who brings a phone into the bathroom has an unhealthy habit or underlying issue. Human behavior i...
In 1922, a soda-fountain tinkerer built a better spinning blade in a cup, and the blender changed American kitchensThe blender began as a solution for busy soda fountains needing to mix milkshakes quickly. Inventors sought better mixing mechanisms in the...
In 1888, a doctor’s daughter tired of body odor turned cream into a personal fix, and deodorant became part of modern routineBack in 1888, a groundbreaking cream named Mum made waves in the world of personal care, tackling the age-old issue of body odor. This inno...
Quote of the Day by Bill Nye: “Everyone you will ever meet knows… — Inspiring lessons on curiosity, perception, listening and why knowledge comes from unexpected places by the Renowned American television presenter known for Bill Nye the Science Guy and inspiring generations to embrace lifelong learningQuote of the Day by Bill Nye: Bill Nye’s quote, “Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t,” explores the importance of humilit...
Psychology says if you’ve tried every diet and still failed to lose weight, the missing problem may not be your body, it could be your mindPeople who successfully lose weight and keep it off over the long term often develop healthier ways to cope with emotions, create environme...
Space-time mystery explained: How Einstein’s universe theory challenges our idea of reality?Space-time reveals a deeper picture of the universe beyond ordinary human experience. Einstein’s relativity theory changed how we understan...
In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...