Shipowners on edge for news on Hormuz as ‘dark’ oil flows swellShipowners are closely monitoring a potential US-Iran peace deal and its implications for the Strait of Hormuz. While some express caution,...
13 Jun, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Countering maritime contestation: India, France set to deepen undersea defence capabilitiesIndia and France are set to strengthen defense cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France will focus on accelerating key m...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
Air India crash report: AAIB says AI-171 crash probe in final analysis stage, urges restraint on speculationOne year after the Air India flight AI171 crash, the AAIB released a second interim report. The investigation into the Boeing 787-8's fatal...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Quote of the day by Arnold Van Den Berg: "We believe that if a market is so overvalued that you can only find a few stocks to buy, you are probably better off not buying anything"Investor Arnold Van Den Berg advises caution in overvalued markets. He suggests that if few investment opportunities exist, it is prudent t...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
In 1906, archaeologists clearing the ruins of Hattusa uncovered thousands of clay tablets: And a lost Hittite empire finally found its voiceArchaeologists unearthed 10,000 clay tablets at Hattusa, the Hittite capital. These ancient writings provided a direct voice for the Hittit...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Stocks in news: Lenskart, PFC, RIL, Hindustan Zinc, Tata ConsumerIndian markets saw volatile trading on Wednesday, closing slightly down. Lenskart, PFC, RIL, Hindustan Zinc, and Tata Consumer are in focus...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.28 AM IST
In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
In 1967, an archaeologist’s spade bit into volcanic ash on Santorini, and Akrotiri emerged like a Bronze Age time capsuleAn extraordinary archaeological discovery in Akrotiri, Santorini, has unveiled a hidden prehistoric metropolis. Entombed under layers of vo...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Quote of the day by Charles Darwin: 'It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the one most...' Father of evolution explains why adaptability matters more than strength or intelligenceCharles Darwin’s work transformed the understanding of life by showing that survival is driven less by strength or intelligence and more by...
09 Jun, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
Hardik Pandya, Rohit Sharma gets all-clear for ODI series against AFG from BCCI's CoEStar Indian cricketers Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma are both declared fit and cleared for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. Th...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Citi leverages AI to transform payments, boost efficiency and enhance cross-border transactionsCiti is leveraging AI to revolutionize its payments business, enhancing developer efficiency by up to 40% and streamlining complex cross-bo...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
"What kind of India do they want?": Congress questions PM Modi's leadership; claims every section of society being "destroyed"The Indian National Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Oppositon Rahul Gandhi launched a strong attack against Prime Minister...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.29 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
Russian President Putin pitches Su-57 stealth jet to India; indicates readiness for co-productionRussia's President Vladimir Putin says Moscow is open to cooperating with India on the Su-57 stealth fighter jet. This includes supplying t...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Pune woman says family of three spends ₹2.2 lakh a month despite owning EV and cooking at homeA Pune family of three revealed their monthly expenses total ₹2.2 lakh, sparking debate on living costs. Despite owning an EV and cooking a...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who keep learning into their 60s and 70s aren't just filling time; they may be feeding curiosity in a way that helps memory stay engagedNew research reveals older adults remain curious and learn for psychological reasons. Curiosity boosts memory and learning across all ages....
04 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
RBI launches 2 key surveysThe Reserve Bank of India has initiated its annual surveys for the 2025-26 period. These surveys will gather crucial data on mutual funds' ...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.43 PM IST