Hurdles behind India's supertall buildings & vertical ambitionsIndia's urban growth is rapid, yet only one building crosses the 300-meter supertall mark. Fragmented regulations and infrastructure gaps h...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
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...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
Diljit Dosanjh's 'Morni' and the gender bias of cultural memoryIndian singer Diljit Dosanjh's music highlights the peahen, challenging traditional animal symbolism. Historically, animals embodying stren...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
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
Quote of the day by Father of English poetry Geoffrey Chaucer: ‘Women naturally desire the same six things as I; they want their husbands to be brave…’ ; lessons on love from British literary iconCenturies ago, Geoffrey Chaucer proposed that women desire a wise, brave, patient, and generous partner. His theory, found in The Canterbur...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
Quote of the day by Lao Tzu: 'Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking...' Life lessons on happiness, inner peace and human nature by first philosopher of Chinese DaoismQuote of the Day by Lao Tzu highlights the power of kindness in speech, thoughts, and actions. The quote explains how words can build confi...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
Psychology says people who speak less carry more authority because talking is how most people seek approval, and the absence of having to prove yourself registers as power no amount of articulation can replicateIn many contexts, authority is misinterpreted as verbosity. Research in social psychology suggests that those who speak less, employ strate...
07 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
Six new K-dramas to watch this week on OTT starring Lee Jae Wook, Jin Ki Joo, Lim Ji Yeon: Doctor on the Edge to Teach You a Lesson to My Royal NemesisThis week's K-drama releases have a diverse range of genres, from medical romance and fantasy to thrillers and military comedies. New title...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.39 AM IST
How Trump's ceasefires are failing to stop Middle East violenceCeasefires in Gaza, Lebanon, and Kuwait are not stopping violence. Despite U.S. efforts, fighting continues in these regions. President Tru...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA huge AI data centre is planned for Fouju, France. This project brings hope for jobs and money to the small village. However, residents wo...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA massive AI data centre planned for the small French village of Fouju is creating a divide. While proponents see economic benefits and job...
05 Jun, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Musket balls and a burnt hull: First shipwrecks linked to Pirates of the Caribbean discovered in Nassau Harbor, The BahamasNassau, Bahamas, once a pirate haven, has yielded six shipwrecks. Three wrecks are linked to the Golden Age of Piracy. These discoveries ar...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
'She just vanished': Zeynab Javadli, ex-wife of Dubai Prince Sheikh Saeed bin Al Maktoum, three children 'abducted' amid bitter custody battleZeynab Javadli, ex-wife of Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has vanished with her three children in Dubai. A British lawyer ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
Saudi Arabia launches flexible working hours in RiyadhRiyadh has launched flexible working hours across six major business districts to combat traffic congestion and enhance quality of life. Ov...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Chanakya: ‘He who is overly attached to his family members experiences fear and sorrow, for the root of all grief is…’ Indian philosopher’s powerful words on family and attachmentAncient Indian philosopher Chanakya, also known as Kautilya, advised discarding attachment to family for happiness. His quote, "He who is o...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Javier MarÃas: ‘We lose everything because everything remains except us, and therefore any form of posterity may be…’ Spanish author’s golden words on fragility of human existence and persistence of memoryJavier Marias, a renowned Spanish writer, is remembered for his profound novels. His work delved into memory, betrayal, and time's passage....
02 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
31 May, 2026, 11.46 PM IST