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He worked as an electrician to support his family, yet scored over 97% in class 12th: This is the one habit that 18-year-old Gurpreet Singh focused on

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GK Fact of the Day: 7 creatures that don’t have brains but still survive

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How do you handle situations when your teenager disagrees or argues with you?

Teenagers have their own views about things and it becomes difficult to convince them because their opinions are often guided by external aspects. How should parents in that case deal with them?

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May 12, 2026 | 14:00

GK Fact of the Day: Meet India's most educated man

May 11, 2026 | 14:00

GK Fact of the Day: Can Hantavirus spread from human to human? Can mice cause it

May 9, 2026 | 14:00

GK Fact of the Day: Plants that bloom at night or after sunset

Night-blooming plants are one of nature’s quiet wonders. Many of them open after sunset, release a stronger fragrance in the dark and attract moths, bats and other nocturnal pollinators. Their pale flowers are easier to notice at night, which helps them survive and reproduce in low light. Here are eight such plants.

May 8, 2026 | 21:00

7 things parents of highly confident children teach them differently

It is often said that confidence is a natural trait of personality. However, the case isn’t always the same. Children who appear highly confident aren’t born that way. Sometimes, the environment they experience at home quietly builds such confidence. Such children believe in themselves, feel secure with who they are and aren’t afraid to try new things, even if they fail.Here are 7 things parents of highly confident children tend to teach differently: “Mistakes do not make you a failure.” Mistakes are a part of life, and parents who build confidence in their children are well aware of this. They teach their children that mistakes are not disasters, instead they are lessons that help them do better in future. Such children grow up with the positive thought that mistakes don’t decide their worth, thus becoming more willing to ask questions and even take risks.

May 8, 2026 | 14:33

GK Fact of the Day: 7 animals that can survive without water for long

Water is an essential component that is required to sustain life. However, several animals have devised remarkable methods of surviving in dry environments where water is extremely scarce. These methods include retaining water, storing water within the body, and acquiring sufficient fluid through diet.

May 7, 2026 | 14:00

GK Fact of the Day: 7 deadly plants that look surprisingly beautiful

Nature can be deceptive. Some plants are admired for their bright flowers, striking berries, or ornamental leaves, yet they contain toxins that can cause severe illness or even death if eaten or mishandled. Here are seven beautiful but dangerous plants.