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Quote of the day by Jean-Paul Sartre: ‘Do you think that I count the days? There is only 1 day left, always starting over. It is given to us at dawn and taken away from us at dusk’ - lessons on making every day count from French philosopherJean-Paul Sartre, a key existentialist philosopher, emphasized that individuals define themselves through their choices and actions, not pr...- Aishwarya, Cannes and body shaming: Bracketing showbiz women in stereotypes and other questionsAishwarya Rai Bachchan's recent Cannes appearance ignited a debate on beauty standards. Trolling and body shaming followed her look. Expert...
- Quote of the Day by Demi Moore: “I'm certainly not the first person to be in a relationship with a younger man, but… – Inspiring lessons on relationships, perception, social expectations and why age is just a number by the acclaimed actress known for her successful Hollywood career and deep insights on life, love and human relationshipsQuote of the Day by Demi Moore: Demi Moore’s quote, “I'm certainly not the first person to be in a relationship with a younger man, but som...
- Chinese Proverb of the Day: “A woman desirous of being seen by men is… — Life lessons on perception, social expectations, appearance, behavior and why you don’t judge a book by its coverChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “A woman desirous of being seen by men is not trustworthy; fear the glance from her ey...
- Quote of the day by Diogenes: ‘We are more curious about the meaning of dreams than about things we see when awake’ - Ancient Greek philosopher on human curiosity and chasing real-life experiencesAncient Greek philosopher Diogenes' quote highlights our tendency to seek meaning in dreams over observable reality. This ancient wisdom re...
- Three women, one track: Allegations of dowry and 'take me home' pleas that rang hollowThree young women died in their marital homes this month amid dowry demands. Twisha Sharma, Deepika Nagar, and Palak Ranjan could not retur...
- Chinese Proverb of the Day: “The woman who tells her age is either too young to have anything to lose or too old to have anything to gain” — Life lessons on perception, social expectations, judgement, experience and why confidence speaks louder than ageChinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “The woman who tells her age is either too young to have anything to lose or too old t...
- Quote of the Day by Banksy: ‘People who get up early in the morning cause war…’Renowned anonymous street artist Banksy, known for provocative and politically charged works, challenges societal norms and authority. His ...
- Quote of the day by Pride and Prejudice author Jane Austen: ‘To be fond of dancing is a certain step towards falling in love.'Jane Austen's novels offer timeless insights into romance and relationships. Her masterpiece, Pride and Prejudice, explores love and self-a...
- Thought of the day by Greek Philosopher Diogenes: ‘Wise kings generally have wise counselors; and he must be…’ Timeless lesson on leadershipThought of the day: Diogenes was not a thinker who pursued influence through political systems or institutions. Instead, he cast himself as...
- India's R&D punches above its weight, but grant delays and red tape hold back researchersIndia is an innovation 'overperformer' but its research systems lag behind. Improving 'ease of doing R&D' is crucial. This requires faster ...
- India must leverage its digital verification architecture to evolve into a trust-based economyIndia faces a low-trust economy with high friction, exemplified by complex KYC norms. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted this ...
- Quote of the Day by Sanae Takaichi: 'If someone says it's impossible because I'm a woman, then…'—Inspiring quotes by the first female Prime Minister of JapanQuote of the Day: Sanae Takaichi's journey in Japanese politics, marked by persistence against traditional barriers, culminates in her hist...
- Quote of the Day by Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw: ‘Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than…’.George Bernard Shaw, a celebrated Irish playwright, offered a profound quote. He cautioned that false knowledge poses a greater danger than...
- Quote of the day by Roman Socrates, Musonius Rufus: ‘It is not possible to live well today unless you treat it as your last day’ - Stoic philosopher's lessons on life’s fragilityStoicism, an ancient philosophy emphasizing self-control and resilience, offers practical lessons for modern life. Musonius Rufus, the "Rom...
- Quote of the day by Virginia Woolf: 'No need to hurry. No need to sparkle. No need to be anybody but oneself' ; life lessons from British literary iconEmbrace your true nature without pressure or comparison, as fulfillment comes from accepting yourself, not performing for others. Virginia ...
- Going online helps Pakistan's women doctors back to workThousands of Pakistani women doctors are returning to practice through telemedicine. This initiative connects home-based doctors with patie...
- Techie reveals why he walked away from IIM Bangalore: ‘I did something extremely controversial…’A content creator has gained attention for rejecting admission to IIM Bangalore. He prioritized his career and financial security over purs...
- Quote of the Day by Ian Hacking: ‘The social risks that worry us are not random…’Quote of the Day: Philosopher Ian Hacking argued that societal fears are not random but are deliberately structured by cultural, political,...
- Quote of the Day by Portuguese Philosopher Agostinho da Silva: ‘Don’t make too many plans for your life, so as not to ruin those…’Portuguese philosopher Agostinho da Silva's quote encourages flexibility. He believed overplanning hinders life's unfolding. Da Silva, an u...
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