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In 1995, at age 74, she was named California’s Woman of the Year. At age 86, she became a permanent NPS employee, carrying memories of Amelia Earhart's tragic loss and the 1944 Port Chicago disaster- Actor Madhavan salutes TCS techie-turned Indian Air Force female pilot Bhawana Kanth, India's first woman 'Top Gun'
- In 1847, a Scottish obstetrician showed the world the use of a vital medicine while helping women during childbirth and making surgeries safe and painless, changing the course of medical science forever
- Quote of the day by Florence Nightingale: 'Women never have a half-hour in all their lives that they can call their own' — Life lessons on personal freedom, invisible labour, rest and why the fear of offending others keeps women from claiming time for themselvesFlorence Nightingale wrote in her 1852 essay Cassandra that women never have a half-hour in their lives they can call their own without fea...12 Aug, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
- In 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern transportIn 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern...11 Aug, 2026, 11.12 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth II: ‘The upward course of a nation's history is due in the long run to the soundness of heart of its average men and women’Queen Elizabeth II believed national progress stems from the character of average citizens. She emphasized honesty, kindness, and responsib...11 Aug, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
- What next for beleaguered FIFA president Infantino?FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces significant opposition from several confederations. His leadership style and a withdrawn investment p...10 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
- Indian-origin prodigies Bodhana Sivanandan, Shreyas Royal make British chess historyBodhana Sivanandan and Shreyas Royal made chess history winning the British Chess Championships. Bodhana became Britain's youngest Women's ...10 Aug, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
- High jumper Pooja Singh, women's 4x400m team disappoint; India end WA U20 Championships with 3 medalsIndia concluded their World Athletics U20 Championships with three medals. High jumper Pooja Singh finished seventh, failing to reach her n...10 Aug, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
- World Athletics U20 Championships 2026: Basant, Shahnavaz create history as India win two more medalsBasant Kumar Meghwal secured silver in the men's high jump event. Shahnavaz Khan earned a bronze medal in the men's long jump competition. ...09 Aug, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
- Uncertainty over key bills as Congress vows to resist; Monsoon session heading for washoutKey legislation remains uncertain as Parliament's Monsoon session nears its close. Opposition parties are protesting, demanding statements ...09 Aug, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
- Karnataka: AICC preparing for minor Cabinet surgery again to buy peace with rebelsKarnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will meet the Congress leadership in Delhi amid discontent following the Cabinet expansion. He is co...09 Aug, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
- 642 Murdered, 7 Survived: The 1944 Nazi massacre that turned this French village Into a Ghost TownNestled in memory is Oradour-sur-Glane, a grim memorial reflecting on the devastation of a 1944 massacre. German soldiers slaughtered about...08 Aug, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
- 70 years after South Africa's women challenged apartheid, some say their freedom isn't completeSouth Africa marks seventy years since the 1956 Women's March against apartheid laws. Many women still face significant gender-based violen...08 Aug, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
- In 1919, an African-American woman inventor created a central heating system powered by gas laying foundation for the future systems: How Alice H. Parker changed the world for good?In 1919, an African-American woman inventor created a central heating system powered by gas laying foundation for the future systems. Alice...06 Aug, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
- Modi hails J&K transformation on seventh anniversary of Article 370 abrogationPrime Minister Narendra Modi marked seven years since Jammu and Kashmir's special status abrogation. He stated the region has seen signific...06 Aug, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
- 'Infrastructure expanded, opportunities grown': PM Modi marks 7 yrs of Article 370 abrogationPrime Minister Modi emphasized that the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A ushered in a transformative era for Jammu and Kashmir. Since 201...05 Aug, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
- In 1905, an American Black woman suffering from scalp ailment and hair loss experimented and developed a line of haircare and became first female self-made millionaire in the US: How Madam C.J. Walker built her empire?In 1905, an American Black woman suffering from scalp ailment and hair loss began developing haircare products for Black women. Madam C.J. ...03 Aug, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
- Commonwealth Games 2026: PM Modi hails India's boxing, para athletics medallists at GlasgowPrime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian athletes for their Commonwealth Games achievements. Indian boxers secured a record nine m...02 Aug, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
- Baseball: WPBL looking for longevity as players take the field amid rising popularity for women's sportsThe inaugural season of the Women’s Pro Baseball League begins on Saturday — weather permitting, with rain in the forecast — when Denae Ben...02 Aug, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
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