Facts & Trivia

Built in 1889, Eiffel Tower was part of the centennial celebration of the French Revolution. Not many know that Eiffel Tower was never meant to be a permanent structure. It was planned to be dismantled in 1909. Nobody would have expected at that time that the structure will survive for such a long time and emerge as one of the …

fDiamonds are one of the most loved and cherished jewelry stones in the world. They are also known for being one of the hardest natural substances. This means that diamonds don’t need much care at all to keep them looking their best. However, if you don’t clean your diamond jewelry on a regular basis, it can start to look dull …

Scientists are known for their discoveries, research, inventions and innovations, all of which have played a key role in progress of humanity. Their contributions and essentially selfless service and invaluable. While scientists are not necessarily associated with things like wealth and bank balance, there are quite a few scientists who happen to be rich. While many scientists have chosen to …

Good sleep is one of the essentials for health and happy life. A number of benefits are available such as uncluttered mind, clear thinking, reduced risk of infections and diseases, enhanced immune system, good mood and reduced stress. Good sleep can be a key determinant of professional success and improve your interactions with family and friends. However, in today’s fast-paced …

Even when there are multiple blood groups, the basic function of blood remains the same across all individuals. Talking about the different blood groups, what we usually come across is blood types like A, B, AB, O and their negative and positive types. However, some blood types are so rare that we hardly ever get to hear about them. But …

You may think you know your body, but we suggest you do a recheck. That’s because the human body is among the most fascinating creations of nature and evolution. Yes, there are theories about alien technology and slavery as well, but that is a topic for another day. To satisfy your curiosity, here’s a look at some of the most …

When you have to describe Gayatri Mohanty to somebody, you find it difficult to find the right adjectives to do so. Gayatri grew up in a small town that was driven by patriarchal thoughts and approaches. Her father, however, always encouraged her to follow her dreams and supported her in every decision she took in her life. Armed with an …

In our lifetime, most of us come to realize that the world is a mix of good, bad and ugly. However, there is another category of people, who can be described as pure evil. They can be termed as such, as they have been responsible for innumerable crimes against humanity including thousands of deaths of innocent people. To get a …

Building bridges is an old technology and it has been refined and advanced over the years. While bridges are usually considered among the safest of human created structures, accidents do happen. A bridge can partially or fully collapse due to various reasons such as structural defects, overloading and lack of proper repairs and maintenance. Other factors why a bridge may …

Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, the Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is among the most sacred Hindu temples in the world. Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who has been enshrined in ‘Anantha Shayana’ posture. The temple is managed and controlled by erstwhile Travancore royal family. The main temple deity Padmanabhaswamy is the tutelary deity of the Travancore royal family, currently …