Best Russian proverb of the day: 'There is no shame in not knowing; the shame lies in not finding out'—A timeless reminder to never stop learningA timeless Russian proverb, "There is no shame in not knowing; the shame lies in not finding out," champions intellectual curiosity and lif...
05 Jul, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
Why people recommend putting orange peels in the toilet once a week, but only for 20 minutesA viral TikTok hack suggests using orange peels to freshen toilets, and science backs it up. The peels contain limonene, a natural compound...
04 Jul, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
Thailand promoted Leucaena trees for fodder and reforestation, but scientists found that the fast-growing species is suppressing the natural regeneration of native forestsThailand's well-intentioned tree planting initiative with Leucaena leucocephala has backfired, with scientists discovering the fast-growing...
04 Jul, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Malaysia's tallest rainforest trees keep pumping water to their highest branches even during drought, thanks to a hidden hydraulic adaptation, scientists foundA groundbreaking study challenges the long-held belief that taller trees are more vulnerable to drought. Researchers found that giant dipte...
04 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
New Zealand in the 1850s planted millions of pines for timber, but today scientists are spending millions trying to stop them from overrunning native mountainsNew Zealand's high country is battling an invasion of non-native pine trees, introduced generations ago for forestry. These 'wilding conife...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
What's BAT-BMS? The bluetooth app that's stopping e-rickshaws or 'tirris' mid-ride across DelhiA disturbing trend is crippling Delhi's e-rickshaw drivers as pranksters use a smartphone app, BAT-BMS, to remotely disable their vehicles....
03 Jul, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
Palantir CEO Alex Karp called out AI tokenmaxxing, and the internet is not holding backKarp's comments were blunt enough on their own, but it was his read on enterprise psychology that resonated with social media. He said comp...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
Palantir CEO slams OpenAI, Anthropic's token modelPalantir CEO Alex Karp has slammed the token-based pricing of AI giants like OpenAI and Anthropic, arguing businesses are wasting money wit...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Aku 'ndhlela ingayi ekaya' - 'There is no road which does not lead home'Life's unpredictable turns can leave individuals feeling adrift, yet ancient wisdom offers solace. The Zulu proverb, "There is no road whic...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
Honeymoon murder: Meghalaya govt moves SC against HC order granting bail to prime accused Sonam RaghuvanshiMeghalaya's government has approached the Supreme Court challenging the High Court's decision to grant bail to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused o...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisisUkrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries are causing widespread fuel shortages and long queues at gas stations across Russia. This...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
Can a mutual fund SWP pay your home loan EMIs? 15 years of data says think againMost investors struggle as they watch their portfolio shrink while EMI obligations remain fixed. The temptation to stop the SWP or redeem t...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Cauliflower brownie recipe: Celebrity trainer Yasmin Karachiwala’s healthy twist on a classic chocolate dessertCelebrity fitness guru Yasmin Karachiwala has unveiled a surprising yet healthy dessert: cauliflower brownies. This innovative recipe swaps...
28 Jun, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
Indian citizenship debate: Satirical take on passport proof rowA satirical take on the debate over passports and citizenship, exploring identity, migration and bureaucracy with humour while questioning ...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
Congress to launch nationwide campaign from June 30 to demand Pradhan's resignation over NEET rowThe Congress party is launching a nationwide campaign, 'Chhatron Ki Goonj,' starting June 30, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradh...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Auto OEM vehicle launches delayed by 9-15 months despite digital investments: StudyIndian carmakers are facing significant delays, averaging 9-15 months, in launching new vehicles despite heavy investment in digital tools....
23 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST