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In 1770, a scientist was handling a lump of rubber and found it rubbed pencil away, leading to the creation of the eraser, changing every school deskA pivotal moment in 1770 came when Joseph Priestley noted that natural rubber could easily wipe away graphite marks from paper. A material ...09 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST- Why is laughter so powerful for your child's brain? Surprising US study reveals why it's a hidden superpowerLaughter is vital for children's brain development, emotional balance, and learning, according to research, according to a new research con...08 Jun, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
- Elon Musk's biggest rival isn't a startup, it's China, and they just won the brain chip raceElon Musk brain chip Neuralink competitor: China has approved the world's first brain-computer chip, NEO, for commercial sale after complet...08 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- Tobacco-based mouth fresheners banned in Leh to protect school childrenLeh district authorities have banned the sale and distribution of mouth fresheners containing tobacco. The order aims to protect school-goi...08 Jun, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
- How a pressure cooker's smell exposed a ganja dealer during Kerala Police raid, watch the viral videoPolice in Thrissur, Kerala, arrested a man after a drug raid. He attempted to hide ganja inside a pressure cooker filled with rice. The unu...08 Jun, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
- Sops for private investors in nuclear energy on cardsThe Indian government is actively seeking private sector investment for its nuclear energy expansion plans, aiming to boost green transitio...08 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- Psychology says people who fall silent in group conversations aren't withdrawn or disengaged; they're processing at a depth most rooms don't recognize, and their silence is often the deepest form of attentionMany people are wrongly labelled as disengaged or not team players simply because they are quiet. Neuroscience reveals that these individua...06 Jun, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
- Banned substance in shrimp: Vet shops under close watchIndia's top drug regulator is cracking down on veterinary shops. This action follows a significant rejection of shrimp exports to major mar...06 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
- In 1943, he was trying to solve a World War II crisis, but a failed experiment accidentally created one of the most famous toys ever madeSilly Putty invention: A wartime effort to develop synthetic rubber accidentally led to the invention of Silly Putty. Although the stretchy...05 Jun, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
- In 1811, a chemist added too much acid to seaweed ash, and purple vapor revealed iodineIn the heart of 1811, a serendipitous moment unfolded in the laboratory of French chemist Bernard Courtois. As he endeavored to create salt...05 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- In 1907, a chemist was chasing a shellac substitute when a hard resin changed the age of plasticIn an unassuming quest for new industrial materials, Leo Baekeland ignited a transformative shift. His pursuit of a shellac alternative led...04 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
- Why do humans take so long to grow up compared to other animals and how brain evolution reshaped human development and survival today?Humans take nearly 18 to 25 years to reach full maturity, far longer than most mammals. This slow human growth is driven by brain evolution...04 Jun, 2026, 03.40 AM IST
- In 1846, a chemist wiped up spilled acids with an apron and found a dangerous new cottonA German-Swiss scientist, Christian Friedrich Schönbein, stumbled upon a powerful new substance in 1846. An accidental spill of strong acid...03 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
- In 1937, a chemistry student tasted something sweet on a cigarette, and this led to a sweetener that changed diet foods industryA lab accident in 1937 led to the discovery of cyclamate, an artificial sweetener. It quickly became popular for low-calorie products. Late...03 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
- India’s AI edge will come from talent, not compute, says Snowflake CEOSnowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy believes India's AI advantage lies in its talent and innovation under constraints, not just infrastructure....02 Jun, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
- Psychology suggests adults who quietly put feelings into simple words aren't just processing out loud; they may be using a form of emotion regulation that helps the mind settleNew research reveals a simple way to manage stress. By naming your feelings in plain language, you can reduce emotional distress. This tech...02 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
- Psychology suggests people who keep a favorite song playlist for hard days aren't sentimental. They're preserving a fast route back to emotional steadinessPsychology reveals why familiar songs become our go-to during tough times. These tunes act as powerful memory triggers, instantly bringing ...28 May, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
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