University of California scientists discover how different parts of brain react to different words: Read to know more.

From Michael Jackson to Paul Walker: List of 10 richest dead celebrities

American singer, dancer and actor also referred to as ‘The King of Pop’, Michael Jackson is standing atop the list of the richest dead celebrities in the world.

Want a trip to space? These 5 space travel companies are ready to give you an out-of-the-world experience

Get ready to have an experience of a lifetime: Read to know how you can travel to space.

India launches its last navigation satellite: All about India’s own navigation system

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed its own navigation satellite. The last satellite of the seven has launched today at 12:50 pm. The article features all about it.

Panic button, GPS mandatory in all mobile phones from 2017: Know why the government may confiscate your phone

Under the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act, all mobile phones will have a pre-installed panic button and GPS: Read to know more.

Oskar Schindler’s 108th birth anniversary: 7 facts about the Nazi Party member who rescued 1200 Jews during the Holocaust

The 1982 novel Schindler’s Ark is based on the life of Oskar Schindler. The subject was later adapted to make a film Schindler’s List in 1993.

Censor Board Recommendations by Shyam Benegal Committee: 10 facts on the Censor Board

Censor board to get a revamp. 10 facts on the censor board of India.

Harper Lee’s 90th birth anniversary: Lesser-known facts on the author of To Kill a Mockingbird

Lee donated most of herINCOME to the local Methodist church and other charitable trusts. Lee died on February 2016 and today, on what would have been her 90th birthday, here are some facts you would definitely want to know about her.

World Day for Safety and Health at Work: Everything you need to know about it

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2016 being observed worldwide.

Converting urine into fertilizer: Amsterdam starts Green Urine campaign

The campaign has been called ‘Green Urine Campaign’. The campaign also aims to raise awareness of the benefits of recycling urine i.e., Peecycling.

Bajirao I’s 276th death anniversary: 7 interesting facts you should know about the 18th century hero

During his 20 years of military course, Peshwa Bajirao I was never beaten in a battle and always rejoiced victory.

India bans import of goods from China: List of top 5 imports of India

India imports around 6000 commodities from 140 countries.

Diabetes can make you deaf: 10 facts about diabetes you must know

Recent studies have proved that diabetes can affect the patient’s hearing ability: Read to know more.

How NTPC Dadri works: Know all about NCR’s powerhouse

National Capital Region gets its electricity from the National Capital Power Station (NCPS) or NTPC Dadri: Know all about it.

Is the world’s largest lake hidden underneath the ice sheet of Antarctica?

As per the researchers, the lake sealed off beneath the thick ice some 15 million years ago.

JF Madan’s 159th birth anniversary: Interesting facts about the famous Indian theatre and film magnate

He produced Satyavadi Raja Harishchandra in 1917, which was a shorter version of the first Indian feature film, Raja Harishchandra.

17 revolutionary quotes by Mary Wollstonecraft on her 257th birth anniversary

Mary Wollstonecraft was a women’s right advocate who worked during the nascent stage of the Feminist Movement.

Zohra Sehgal’s 104th birth anniversary: Some lesser-known facts on the ‘Laadli’ of entertainment

Zohra Sehgal was born on this day in the year 1912. On her 104th birth anniversary today, here are some not much known facts about this theatre veteran.

Haryana Assembly passes bills for minimum educational criteria in local elections: 10 key pointers

Haryana Assembly passes aBILL ensuring minimum educational requirement for contesting in local elections

10 brands that have taken over world market, according to Forbes: Apple tops the list

Apple has bagged the first spot yet again in the race of ‘World’s Most Valuable Brands’ for the fifth consecutive time in a row.

Second astronaut after Sunita Williams, Tim Peake completes space marathon: All you need to know

The first man to complete a marathon while in space.

Massive fire at Delhi museum: Five recent major fire outbreaks in India

Five major fire accidents in India in recent times: Read to know more.

Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment) Bill, 2016 passed in parliament: 8 key pointers

Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment)BILL, 2016 has been approved in the parliament.

World Intellectual Property Day: 7 interesting facts on the Copyright Law of India

On World Intellectual Property Day today, here are seven facts about the Copyright Law of India, you might find interesting.

30 years after Chernobyl: 6 Worst nuclear explosions in the history of this planet

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6 worst nuclear disasters you should definitely know about.

Sahapedia: India’s first online portal on cultural heritage

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Sahapedia aims to educate people about traditions, visual arts, performing arts, literature and languages of India: 10 world heritage sites of India.

Rafael Nadal wins Barcelona Open: Seven mind-blowing facts on the ‘King of Clay’

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Nadal wins ninth Barcelona title by beating Japan’s Kei Nishikori: Read to know more.

7 most expensive homes in India

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Mukesh Dhirubhai Ambani is host to the World’s most expensive private residence.

Delhi among the noisiest cities in India, Mumbai at first

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As per the survey, the noise in the capital city is uncivilised and very dangerous. Not a single area in the city passed the standards of noise control. Read more:

11 highlights from Mann Ki Baat (April edition): PM Modi speaks on water, education and social infrastructure

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi thinks education should be the number one priority: Read to know more.

Animal-o-pedia: 10 amazing facts about these animals you never knew

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There’s a lot more to animals beyond their physical appearance and habitats.CHECK out these amazing facts you probably never knew of!

International DNA Day: 10 unbelievable facts about your DNA you must know

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Deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA is what makes each of us different from another: Read to know more about the amazing world of DNA.

World Malaria Day: 11 facts on the silent emergency

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Do you know that over one million children die from malaria each year? On World Malaria Day, listed here are some facts you should definitely know about the silent emergency, Malaria:

Al Pacino turns 76: 7 interesting facts about the American actor

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Before hitting it big, he was often homeless and worked as a janitor and busboy toPAY for his acting studies.

Popular quotes on Sachin Tendulkar

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As the legend turns 43 on April 24, here we present some of the most popular quotes on him cited by the famous people from cricket fraternity.

Sachin Tendulkar turns 43: 15 amazing facts you wouldn’t like to miss

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On his 43rd birthday, we have collected some lesser-known, interesting nuggets on him you definitely don’t want to miss.

Tweet #Breathe with location to know air quality index in four cities in India: All about Air Quality Index

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Social media lends helping hand inCHECKING air quality in Chennai, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi.

English Language Day: 15 fun facts about the world’s third most spoken language

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The day was established by UNESCO in 2010 to celebrate the English language and multilingualism.

AIDS virus was discovered on April 23, 32 years ago: 10 important facts you must know about HIV/AIDS

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India has the third highest number of HIV infected people: Read to know more alarming facts.

William Shakespeare: Top lines from the Bard’s books

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On the day of his demise, let’sPAY homage to him by revisiting some of his best written, thought provoking lines.

Words worth reckoning: 10 amazing quotes by William Wordsworth on his 166th death anniversary

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William Wordsworth became Britain’s Poet Laureate in 1843 and served the position until his death.

Celebrating William Shakespeare: 10 lesser-known facts about the ‘Bard’

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William Shakespeare’s contribution to English Literature has been essential in its growth but there are a few facts that will give you a better perspective of the man himself.

Manali-Leh Highway gets its own odd-even plan: Five cities with similar traffic rules

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Watch video to know all about Odd Even plan.

Time’s 100 Most Influential People: Raghuram Rajan, Priyanka Chopra, Sania Mirza make it to the list

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Here are some people who have appeared in the TIME magazines’ 100 most influential people in the world and little bit of what they have done to influence people

Anti-slavery leader Harriet Tubman to replace former US President on USD 20 bill: 15 interesting facts on currencies

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The 20-dollarBILL will now be printed with the face of famous African-American activist Harriet Tubman: Read to know more about Harriet Tubman.

Google celebrates #Earth_Day with 5 doodles: 10 horrifying facts on pollution

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Every year, more than 6 billion kilograms of garbage is dumped into the world’s ocean. Most of it, is plastic: Read to know more.

Remembering Lenin: 10 facts about the Russian revolutionary you must to know

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Lenin was born to a Russian middle-class family on April 22 in 1870 in the city of Simbirsk (now Ulyanovsk) lying by the river Volga, far from Moscow.

Brazilian footballer Kaka turns 34: 11 amazing facts on Ricardo Kaka

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Ricardo Kaka, who hails from Brazil, has turned 34 this month, adding yet another year of professional football into his career profile. The young competent Brazilian had made a mark in history for his skills on and off the pitch by acting as a subject to serve mankind.

Earth Day 2016: Top 9 facts you must know

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On Earth Day 2016, the landmark Paris Agreement is scheduled to be signed by the United States, China, and some 120 other countries.