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Quote of the day by Aristotle’s teacher, Plato: ‘Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools…’ Powerful words by the Greek philosopher that silence can be wiser than noiseThe lasting power of Plato’s quote lies in its simplicity. Most people have experienced moments where excessive talking exposed insecurity ...
Quote of the Day by Oscar Wilde: 'Most people are other people. Their thoughts are…'—Inspiring quotes by the most famous 19th-century Irish playwright, novelist, and poet celebrated for his sharp witOscar Wilde's powerful quote highlights how many people live as reflections of others. His words urge readers to question their own beliefs...
Word of the Day: BlatherskiteWord of the Day: Blatherskite proves the enduring richness of the English language, a word that blends humor, critique, and precision into ...
Word of the Day: ExtemporaneousExtemporaneous refers to doing something spontaneously without preparation, yet executing it effectively and gracefully. It highlights quic...
Who is Neha Singh, Galgotias University Professor seen introducing Chinese RoboDog as 'Orion' at the Delhi AI Summit?Neha Singh Galgotias: Neha Singh, a faculty member at the Galgotias University, is at the centre of a controversy after a video went viral ...
Word of the Day: MagniloquentWord of the day: In an age where communication oscillates between brevity and spectacle, magniloquent shows language’s theatrical power. Gr...
Word of the day: EloquenceEloquence is a word that explains the power of clear and strong speech. It is linked to speaking in a way that touches feelings and thought...
Shashi Tharoor’s English finally meets its match, and his Hindi comeback is pure goldShashi Tharoor, known for his extensive vocabulary, faced a playful challenge on social media after defending India against US Treasury Sec...
Are we becoming ChatGPT? Study finds AI is changing the way humans talkA new study indicates a cultural feedback loop. Artificial intelligence is influencing human speech. Terms used by models like ChatGPT are ...
Between pedestrian and pedanticThe author reflects on the evolving use of English in India, noting a shift towards literal interpretations and admiration for complex voca...
Kamal Haasan clarifies after Kannada-Tamil row amid protests against Thug LifeKamal Haasan’s latest comment on Kannada has stirred a political and cultural storm across Karnataka. From protests and burned posters to c...
Vivek Ramaswamy's high school graduation speech goes viral, strikes a chord with netizensVivek Ramaswamy's speech: Ahead of his DOGE job in Donald Trump's new administration, American politician Vivek Ramaswamy's high school gra...
Bus driver's act of kindness goes viral, inspiring thousandsUsers were captivated by the bus driver's remarkable act of kindness and expressed their admiration through heartfelt comments such as "Not...
Indian mudras can come in handy: The new ‘pinched fingers’ emoji debate shows need for more precise gesticulationIndians are probably the original codifiers and users of palmand-fingers configurations as, well, shorthand for communication.
Cost of house to include furniture for Income-Tax reliefThe ITAT bench pointed out that the NRI buyer was an unwilling party to artificially splitting up the sale transaction. The actual benefici...
Two progressive bills moved by the Congress government in Karnataka face severe internal oppositionThe Karnataka Private Medical Establishments amendment bill, which would have forced accountability over costs of medical procedures and cl...
An apology can hide liability, not provide closure to victims of either 2002 or 1984 riotsThe competitive game of saying sorry without providing justice to those who have been wronged devalues the word sorry and undermines the sy...
Justice Markandey Katju: Why his critics remind him of no longer being a judgeJustice Katju’s Kashmiri origins and Allahabad connections have been held against him, but he is not new to controversies.
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Trunk-calling the LordGouri has arrived. So Ganesh isn’t far behind. In the days following, Mumbai becomes hostess to the Lord of the Hosts. But if the city seem...