Archaeologists found a spiral catacomb beneath Alexandria, and it changed how they understood burial in Roman EgyptBelow the vibrant city of Alexandria, the enigmatic Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa unfold, revealing a fascinating tapestry of Egyptian, Greek...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
In 1961, a Yale psychologist had ordinary people deliver 450-volt shocks to strangers: 65% obeyed, rewriting how we understand authorityIn a groundbreaking study conducted at Yale University in 1961, Stanley Milgram examined the phenomenon of obedience to authority. Particip...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
In 1971, volunteers entered a mock prison basement and sparked one of psychology’s biggest debatesThe Stanford Prison Experiment, conducted in 1971, serves as a pivotal case study in understanding the effects of authority and social role...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
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...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
Centre debunks claims of civil services prelims exam question paper leakThe Centre has dismissed social media claims of a leaked UPSC Civil Services prelims exam paper as fake. The Press Information Bureau's Fac...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
NCERT to bring back 4000-year-old Mohenjo-daro ‘Dancing Girl’ image in Class 9 textbook after altered version draws attentionNCERT has decided to restore the original image of the iconic ‘Dancing Girl’ of Mohenjo-daro in its Class 9 arts education textbook after r...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
ICAI CA Intermediate Result 2026 Date & Time: How to download your scorecard at icai.orgThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of India will release CA Intermediate May 2026 results on June 24, 2026. Students can check their sc...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
India chair on AI to be set up in a Slovakian university: PM ModiIndia and Slovakia have elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishmen...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.26 PM IST
Psychology says people who reread instructions twice before starting something aren’t slow: They’re protecting confidence with clarity, because the mind relaxes when the next step feels certainCountless folks find it beneficial to double-check the instructions prior to embarking on a task. Rather than signaling doubt, this action ...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
In 1972, children watched adults hit an inflatable doll, and psychology saw how easily aggression can be copiedIn a series of innovative experiments, Albert Bandura demonstrated a striking reality: children are keen observers, soaking up behaviors fr...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
In 1954, engineers shrank a transistor radio into something people could carry, and music stopped staying at homeIn the past, radio was a static experience, limited to the confines of our living rooms. However, the launch of portable transistor radios ...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
Jio enters global top 20 list in WIPO patent rankingsJio Platforms has surged into the global top 20 of WIPO's PCT rankings, a remarkable leap of 320 positions. This achievement highlights Jio...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
Psychology suggests the grandparent who wraps leftovers for everyone isn’t fussing; they’re turning care into something tangible, because some generations learned love lands best when it can be carried homeGrandparents often express love through practical help like sending food. Research shows this instrumental support boosts their mood. These...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
Keir Starmer tells NATO's Mark Rutte UK will publish defence plan before summitPrime Minister Keir Starmer informed NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that the UK's defence investment plan will be published before the u...
13 Jun, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
Iran media says draft US deal sees release of $24 billion frozen assetsA draft deal between Iran and the United States has been published. This agreement could lead to the release of 24 billion dollars in froze...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.18 PM IST
Govt publishes rules for setting up of coal exchangesIndia's government has published new rules for coal exchanges. This move aims to make coal trading more transparent and efficient. Coal pro...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Japan is bring back something unexpected that cannot be replaced by AI. And Gen Z is loving the new trendJapanese creators are finding new audiences through self-published works and handmade zines. They believe paper offers a sensory experience...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.44 AM IST