From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries. This list also includes Rohit Sharma and Sanju Samson

Meet top 5 Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries

From Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton to Sikandar Raza, here's a look at the top five batters to score fastest T20I hundreds. This list also includes Sahil Chauhan, Muhammad Fahad and Abhishek Sharma.

From Abhishek Sharma to Sahil Chauhan, 5 batters with fastest T20I hundreds

Millie Bobby Brown is now a mother of two after adopting a baby boy with her husband, Jake Bongiovi. As the actress embarks on this beautiful journey, here's everything to know, from her Stranger Things stardom to her love story and family life.

Millie Bobby Brown becomes a mother of two: Inside her journey with Jake Bongiovi

Sector 36 to Nithari: Truth, Lies &amp; Murder: Here are the movies, shows and documentaries inspired by the Nithari killings. The Nithari killings came to light in 2006, when skeletal remains were discovered in a drain behind businessman Moninder Singh Pandher's house in Nithari.&nbsp;

Nithari Killings: Sector 36 to Truth, Lies & Murder, films and documentaries based on the case

Italy was the first country to operate the F-35 outside the US, landing jets at Amendola in December 2016. Beating Israel by hours, Italy also assembled the first international F-35 at its Cameri facility and completed the first ocean crossing.

Which country was the first to fly the F-35 outside the US?

Written by Fyodor Korovkin, The History Of The Ancient World, narrates the rise and fall of civilisations in China, Western Europe, and the Middle East.


Yuval Noah Harari's Sapiens depicts the journey of homo sapiens from the Stone Age to the 21st century.




Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace, written in Russian, narrates the French invasion of Russia and the Napoleonic wars with the essence of philosophy.

Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first prime minister, wrote the book during his five months in prison at the Ahmednagar Fort in 1946. The book, divided into ten chapters with a continuous narrative flow, is a saga of India's past.

The Communist Manifesto, written by Karl Marx with the assistance of Friedrich Engels, surveys history from the age of feudalism to 19th-century capitalism.

Jared Diamond's Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fate of Human Societies traces humanity's journey over the last 13,000 years. It takes the reader on a journey from the end of the Ice Age to the realities of the 21st century.

The Silk Roads: A New History of The World


Peter Frankopan's The Silk Roads focuses on the forces that have driven the rise and fall of empires and determined the flow of ideas and goods.



While it is almost impossible to learn about everything that has happened in the past, here are a few books that tell the stories beautifully.

7 Must-Read Books on History


Komi transfers to a new school and becomes insanely famous for her looks. However, she struggles to connect with people. Gradually, she makes new friends with Tadano's help.

After a wild drunken night, a 25-year-old regular programmer and office worker finds herself living with a dragon named Tohru.

A demon adopts a 14-year-old boy and enrols him in demon school. The anime series revolves around his struggle to hide his human identity, as he is at risk of being eaten.

The anime series revolves around the romantic misadventures of Chiyo Sakura, a high school student.

Rin Shima, a teenage girl, enjoys camping solo. One day, she joins her school's camping club. Later, she travels around Japan with all her friends, camping together and enjoying their lives.

The anime series revolves around the lives of five high school girls who become friends through the Light Music Club.

The story revolves around the friendship of small and cute Reina Aharen and her classmate Raidoy Matsuboshi.

High school girls working on DIY projects struggle and fail. But they don't give up as they see the projects through their end. The story showcases the lives of these girls as they take the first step towards the future.

High school student Junta Shiraishi is so ordinary and quiet that he goes unnoticed by his teachers and classmates. However, his classmate Nagisa Kubo pays attention to him and involves him in activities that would make him stand out.

The most popular anime series span action, drama, and comedy genres. However, there are some feel-good anime series one must watch. Here's the list.

9 Best Feel-Good Anime of All Time

Borders moved and new nations were founded and some old ones resurfaced. Here is the list of such seven youngest nations, based on their year of independence.

Year of Independence: 2011
The country gained independence from Sudan in 2011 after years of civil war, which continues.

Year of Independence: 2008
The smallest Balkan nation gained independence on 17 February 2008 after declaring independence from Serbia.

Year of Independence: 2006
The country gained independence from Serbia in 2006. The single nation of Serbia was split into the Union of Serbia and Montenegro.

Year of Independence: 2006
The mountainous Balkan nation consequently also declared independence and became its own sovereign republic in the same year.

Year of Independence: 2002
Once part of Indonesia, East Timor gained its statehood in 2002.

Year of Independence: 1994
The territory gained independence in 1994, but under a Compact of Free Association, the United States provides its financial aid.

6 'Youngest Nations' in the World

What if TV Series FRIENDS was shot in India?

Here's Dr Drake Ramoray, aka Joey Tribbianni, dressed to the nines in a gorgeous sherwani.

The creator using AI software Midjourney reimagined Monica Geller. Still a chef, the famous character now cooks biryani instead of lasagna.

Rachel Green, the fashionista, is killing it in a gorgeous saree.

We don't know about Unagi but look at Ross Geller looking dapper in an off-white kurta pyjama.

Holding a guitar and looking gorgeous in a salwar suit, Phoebe Buffay looks poised to sing 'Smelly Cat'.

The quintessential couple Monica and Chandler as a newlywed Indian couple are goals.

From we were on a break to we're married.

Princess Consuela Bannanahammock after her perfect Indian wedding.

Saree, Saree, Saree! The desi 'Friend-saree' Trio!

AI reimagines everyone's favourite FRIENDS as an Indian show resplendent with gorgeous traditional clothing and more. Take a look.

7 Books You Must Read to Overcome Social Anxiety

Written by Edmund J Bourne, this is a therapist-recommended book which helps you work through common phobias as well as common stressors and relapses. It includes relaxation techniques and information on what impact nutrition and mindfulness have on one's anxiety.

Originally published in 1990, this book written by Jon Kabat-Zinn describes mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBRS) and provides you with ways for dealing with mental health illnesses, including anxiety.

First, We Make the Beast Beautiful: A New Journey Through Anxiety

Written by Sarah Wilson, this book explores different anxiety triggers and treatments. It has detailed interviews of people suffering from anxiety, mental health experts and healthcare providers.

Written by Dr Ellen Hendriksen, this book combines personal stories with practical advice on building confidence and overcoming anxiety by reminding you that you already have everything you need to succeed.

Author Mark Metry in this story tells that there is nothing wrong with being an introvert, but how society started conflating introversion with social anxiety. The book provides a step-by-step guide to show readers how to conceptualise their shyness and take action and build better social skills.

Through this book, author Dr Julie Smith gives readers ways to strengthen and maintain their mental health with mindfulness. She offers multiple methods to promote resilience, confidence, self-forgiveness and motivation.

Here are 7 books you can read to overcome social anxiety.

Say Cheese! AI Imagines Aliens Visiting Earth

All of us at some point in our lives have believed that aliens will visit us on Earth one day. If that ever happens, this is what it will look like.

Imagining the situation to be true, an AI artist named the_ai_dreams on Instagram posted several images of aliens clicking selfies while exploring different travel aspects of human life.

The caption read, "Aliens visiting earth." Many followers found this post to be hilarious and complimented the artist for the imagination.

This image shows a wide-eyed alien visiting the beach on a bright sunny day.

This AI-generated image shows an alien clicking a picture with billionaire Mark Zuckerberg.

Eiffel Tower is one of the most-visited tourist attractions in the world. Here is an alien clicking a picture in front of the splendid structure.

The above picture shows an alien wearing a hoodie and exploring the pyramids of Egypt.

Here are AI-generated selfies of aliens visiting planet Earth.

Dare to Dream Big! 7 Inspirational Hollywood Success Stories

Keanu Reeves's father left him when he was three years old, his best friend died of a drug overdose at 29, and his ex-wife died in a car accident a month after their break up. However, he fought through the tough times and became one of the most successful actors ever.



As a child, Jim Carrey struggled with dyslexia. He was a loner and couldn't make friends easily. After years of struggle, he became one of Hollywood's most versatile and funniest actors.

Robert Downey Jr fought severe drug addiction and was arrested multiple times. However, he returned to the industry as Iron Man in 2008 and hasn't looked back since.

Pratt has a classic 'rags to riches' story. From living in a van as a teenager to doing roles like Star-Lord in Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris has come a long way.

Mark Ruffalo has had many challenging moments in life. But he didn't give up. He faced rejection in around 600 auditions before he got his first acting job.

When Renner came to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting, he used to live in the dark as he did not have enough money to afford electricity. Today, he is a successful actor with a 20-year-old career.

DiCaprio had a tough childhood. He got beaten up as a child, but he did not let his surroundings affect him and he followed his dream.

The struggle is a crucial phase of success. Here are some inspirational stories from Hollywood to motivate you during your struggling era.

Top 10 Countries with the Longest Minimum Maternity Leave

As per the 2022 report released by the World Population Review, these are the top countries offering the longest minimum maternity leave.

In tenth place is New Zealand, which offers a minimum maternity leave of 22 weeks.

Hungary offers a minimum maternity leave of 24 weeks.

In the eighth position is Ireland, which offers a 26-week maternity leave.

The Czech Republic offers a maternity leave of 28 weeks.

In sixth place is Chile, which offers a minimum maternity leave of 30 weeks.

This European country offers 30 weeks of maternity leave.

Slovakia is fourth, offering 34 weeks of maternity leave.

The United Kingdom offers 39 weeks of maternity leave.

In second place is Greece, which offers 43 weeks of maternity leave.

Taking the prize of offering the longest minimum maternity leave in the world is Bulgaria, with 58.6 weeks of maternity leave.

Here are the top 10 countries that offer the longest minimum maternity leaves.

Guru Purnima 2023: 7 Great Teachers in Indian History

Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the second president and the first vice president of independent India. In India, Teacher's Day is celebrated on his birth anniversary, September 5.

Savitribai Phule was India's first female teacher. She revolutionised India's education system and opened a school with her husband in 1848. Savitribai Phule also worked for the educational rights of girls and untouchables in India.

Chanakya was the royal advisor to King Chandragupta Maurya. He was a great philosopher who wrote Nitishashtra (Chanakya Niti) and Arthashastra.

Born in 1861, Madan Mohan Malviya was an activist who founded the largest residential university in Asia, the Banaras Hindu University. He popularised the slogan Satyamev Jayate in India.

Rabindranath Tagore, born on 7 May 1861, was also known as Gurudev for his scholastic excellence. At Shantiniketan, West Bengal, he emphasised teaching physical activities with academics.

Swami Vivekananda, the founder of Ramakrishna Mission, advocated the Gurukul system of education in India, where students study and live with their teachers.

APJ Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India, has inspired many children to pursue their dreams. Also known as the Missile Man of India, he was a scholar and a great teacher.

On the occasion of Guru Purnima, let's remember some of the greatest teachers in Indian history.

Top 10 Strongest Characters in Demon Slayer, Ranked

Muzan's eternal youth, immortality, and biokinesis make him almost invincible. He is also capable of controlling and exploiting demon physiology with molecular precision.

Yoriichi Tsugikuni is the strongest demon slayer ever, as he was born with the demon slayer marks. He single-handedly invented the original sun-breathing style.

Although the boy is blissfully unaware of his fate, he becomes the strongest demon slayer alive in the story.

Kokushibo's combat skills and battle wisdom are beyond imagination. He answers to none other than the Demon King.

Gyomei, the most potent Hashira, surpasses his comrades in endurance, martial skills, and patience. He incorporates the traditional fighting style Kusariagamajutsu instead of using Nichirin blades like other demon slayers.

Doma's highly intricate blood demon art is the source of his power. He exerts his trademark Cryokinesis accurately. He also uses ice-based techniques in both offence and defence.

Akaza's self-healing ability can help him generate his decapitated head. His combat perception and strength make him one of the most powerful characters on Demon Slayer.

Sanemi, the wind Hashira, has one of the most extraordinary abilities on the show. Often known as the living tornado, he has versatile combat abilities.

Giyu, a lone wolf, prefers to finish his battles without wasting his breath. The Water Hashira has devastating abilities and exceptional willpower.

Kyojuro Rengoku, the official Flame Hashira, has incredible stamina and durability. He strives to seek justice for people who cannot defend themselves.

Demon Slayer has distinctive characters with unique powers. Here are the top ten strongest characters in the Shonen anime series.

The popular TV show Simpsons has been known for predicting the future and a lot of viewers would be surprised to know what all came true. According to Screen Rant, here are 8 predictions made by the animated comedy show that came true.

"Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish," this Season 2, Episode 4 shows Marge serving three-eyed mutated fish to Burns, showing pollution causing a catastrophe. Mirroring this dark move, the UK's Food Standard Authority in 2022 announced getting rid of the rule limiting the levels of radioactivity in foodstuffs.


Another prediction by the Simpsons that came true was when in 1993, Yankees manager Stump Merrill benched Don Mattingly for refusing to cut his hair on game day. A similar instance was shown in season 3, episode 16 of the animated series a year prior.  

Episode 10 of season 5, "$pringfield, Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Legalised Gambling," showed the famous LA entertainers Siegfried and Roy attacked by their trained white tiger in a throwaway gag. Ten years later, in 2003, one of the duo's tigers attacked and almost killed Roy.

Another prediction by the Simpsons that came true was the release date of The Matrix. In season 15, episode 14, "The Ziff Who Came To Dinner," Homer was seen standing in front of the poster for "A Matrix Christmas." Seventeen years later, The Matrix Resurrections was released on December 22, 2021.

4. Tom Hanks lending his credibility to the US govt

In 2022, actor Tom Hanks appeared in a commercial for US President Joe Biden that focused on the president's successes and downplayed the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. A similar instance appeared in the Simpsons movie where Tom Hanks appears in a commercial for the US government.

Another Simpsons prediction that came true was in season 11, episode 17, "Bart to the Future," which showed Bart a vision of the future where Lisa becomes the president, and where she announces that they inherited a lot of debt from Donald Trump, and 16 years later he became the 45th president of the United States.

One of the most prominent predictions by the Simpsons was in season 10, episode 5, "When You Dish Upon a Star," showing Disney buying 20th Century Fox. A similar instance occurred in real life when, in 2017, Disney's $71 million merger saw the company buy Fox.

We can never forget those two years we spent in fear of the Coronavirus. A similar instance was shown in episode 21 of season 4, "Marge in Chains," which showed that Springfield residents had to go on bed rest. While the Simpsons didn't address COVID-19,  the fact that Osaka flu leaves people bed-bound and spreads like a fire is similar to the properties of the coronavirus.

Here are 8 predictions by the Simpsons that turned out to be real. Take a look!

8 Simpsons Predictions That Came True

Top 10 Countries with Highest Number of Public Holidays  

Kill the Monday Blues: AI Imagines Corporate Employees as Clowns

Most of us hate Mondays because it can be extremely overwhelming, especially for corporate employees. It acts as a reminder for them to wear their work costumes and get back to that hectic and tight schedule after a weekend. 

But what if the Monday look in the office is a little more fun? This is exactly what an artist on Instagram has posted. Through pictures, ai_indiajourney on social media showed different moods of a corporate employee.

The post caption read, "Reminder: Tomorrow is Monday and time to get back in your costume." This image shows all employees dressed in yellow and pink attire sitting at their desks and completing their tasks.

This captivating image shows a woman all dressed up, wearing a pink wig, working on the computer tallying all company data.

The above image shows a furious and frustrated employee performing the assigned tasks.

Most of us hate Mondays because it can be extremely overwhelming, especially for corporate employees. But what if it looks like this?

7 Times When PUBG Players Killed in Real Life 

A 14-year-old boy in Pakistan shot dead his entire family as he developed some psychological issues after playing PUBG for hours. Among the dead were his 45-year-old father, mother, an elder brother and two minor sisters.


Three friends in India’s Thane stabbed their 20-year-old friend Sahil Jadhav to death following a quarrel over PUBG. They often used to get into heated arguments over the game. 


A 16-year-old boy in Lucknow stole his father’s pistol and shot his mother dead who stopped him from playing PUBG. He later stowed away the body in his house and even used room freshener to cover the stench. 

A 13-year-old boy in India’s Uttarakhand killed his friend with a sharp glass object following a quarrel over PUBG. 

A 13-year-old minor killed his 17-year-old friend because the latter refused to give him his phone for playing PUBG. The accused reportedly used a stone to kill his friend.

Three men were arrested in India’s Jammu for killing a man who asked them not to make noise while playing PUBG. Raj, the victim, was attacked by the trio with a log of wood following the dispute.



A 21-year-old boy from Karnataka beheaded his father after he stopped him from playing PUBG. The killer also sliced off his father’s hand and leg with a sickle. The killer had been failing his examinations due to his PUBG addiction.

While PUBG or BGMI remains popular among teens in India, it becomes imperative to look at related concerns

World Social Media Day 2023: Top Social Network Platforms in India

June 30 is observed as World Social Media Day. Mashable, a news platform, celebrated the first World Social Media in 2010. 

Facebook has 492.70 million active users. The social media app has been a popular platform in India since its launch in 2006.

Instagram has become the ‘most used social media platform in India’, with 516.92 million active users.

Twitter has a user base of 296.87 million in India. The number of active Twitter users has significantly increased over the past few years.

The social media platform for working professionals and companies has 247.04 million active users in India.

Although Moj is only one-year-old, it has 204.14 million active users in India. The platform gained popularity after the Indian government banned TikTok. 

June 30 is observed as World Social Media Day. Mashable, a news platform, celebrated the first World Social Media in 2010.

On the seventh spot is Costa Rica, with a rape rate of 36.70 per cent, indicating a concerning level of sexual violence in the country. 


With a rape rate of 45.21 per cent, Suriname stands sixth on the list of countries with the highest rape rate. 

Despite its reputation for gender equality, Sweden stands fifth on the list with a rape rate of 63.54 per cent. 

With a rape rate of 67.29 per cent, Bermuda finds itself in fourth place on the list of countries with the highest rape rate. 

South Africa has a rape rate of 72.10 per cent and ranks third on the list. 

Revealing a distressing incidence of sexual violence in the country, Lesotho stands second with a rape rate of 82.68 per cent. 

Botswana has the dubious distinction of being the top ranked with a high rape rate of 92.93 per cent.

7 Countries with High Rape Rates 

The plot revolves around Naruto, a teenage knucklehead ninja who has the Nine-Tailed Fox within him. Throughout the series, he bears a tremendous deal of hardship before going on to rescue the world and becoming the 'Hokage of the Leaf Village.'

Jubei Kibagami, the main character, is a formidable mercenary ninja that roams mediaeval Japan. He also protects the Dragon Stone relic and its female carrier, Shigure, whose whole village disappeared in destruction.

The story of King of Nabari takes place in modern-day Japan and follows a student called Miharu. Unrevealed to Miharu, he possesses a rare power known as Shinrabanshou, sought after by the whole hidden ninja world, Nabari.

Flame of Recca is a great anime series about a kid named Recca who is fascinated with ninjas and pretends to be one himself.

The anime follows five high-school girls who train to become ninjas in the hidden Hanzou Academy.

The anime is just 12 episodes long, but it contains nonstop action that fans are crazy about. It is set during Japan's Warring States period and contains several powerful characters.

Katanagatari takes place during the Edo period, famous for its ninja skills and sword styles. Shichika Yasuri is the sixth leader of the Kyotouryuu school and he fights without a sword in a unique sword-fighting method.

Shinobi no Ittoki is a 2022 anime series about a youngster called Ittoki Sakuraba who survives an assassination attempt. It turns out Ittoki is the Iga clan's heir, targeted by the Kouga Clan.

The plot revolves around Gennosuke Kouga and Oboro Iga, the heirs of their respective ninja clans. Their tribes are enemies, but it doesn't stop them from falling in love.

The story follows a gang of warlords attempting to unify Japan under a single authority. Nobunaga Oda is the most powerful of these warlords, and his military might extend throughout Japan.

If you like Naruto, here are some must-watch ninja anime.

Top 10 Best Ninja Anime of All Time

How delightful! AI Imagines Adorable Babies Performing Daring Stunts

Who doesn't love gazing at adorable babies and engaging in playtime with them? But what if you caught a glimpse of them participating in activities as adventurous as yours? These captivating images have been created using Midjourney AI.

Renowned AI artist, wild.trance, has shared a collection of mesmerising pictures featuring cute babies fearlessly embracing daring and exhilarating sports.

In this enchanting image, we witness a bubbly baby joyfully experiencing the thrill of skydiving, defying gravity with sheer delight.

In the above picture, a wide-eyed kid braves the rushing rapids during a heart-pounding river rafting adventure, showcasing a mix of excitement and fear.

Here's an adorable image capturing a baby enthusiastically engaging in a game of rugby, displaying an impressive display of skill at such a tender age.

Just when you thought these pictures couldn't get any cuter, a little daredevil is seen fearlessly riding a bull, showcasing an incredible sense of balance and courage.

In this breathtaking selfie, a young child stands atop a majestic mountain peak, reminding us that even the littlest explorers can conquer great heights.

Here are some adorable images of babies doing daring activities. Take a look!

Seneca pours out his ideas and advice in the form of letters. The letters in this book provide advice on dealing with grief, wealth, poverty, success, failure, education and more.

In this book, Nietzsche breaks down the paradoxes of conventional understandings of morality. The book was originally written in German.

Beyond Good & Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche

An island situated in the Aegean Sea's Cyclades group, it is renowned for having a fun summer party vibe.

In Critique of Pure Person, Kant explores human reason and then works to establish its illusions and get down to core constituents.

This book by Mark Manson aims to explain why we all need hope while also accepting that hope can often lead us to ruin too.

In this book, through a lot of painstaking logic, Derek Parfit shows us some unique perspectives on self-interest, personhood, and whether our actions are good or evil.

6 Philosophy Books Everyone Should Read

5 Most Student-Friendly Cities in the World

The rankings are based on six key categories - University Rankings, Student Mix, Desirability, Employer Activity, Affordability, and Student Voice.

London is the most student-friendly city in the world. With an overall score of 100, London got 94.9 in Desirability, 19.4 in Affordability,  92.7 in Employer Activity, 94.9 in Student Mix, and 98.5 in Student View.

Munich is second on the list, with an overall score of 95.1. In terms of Student View, it got 94.9, 89.6 in Student Mix, and 85.5 in Employer Activity.

Seoul is the third best city for students, with an overall score same as that of Munich, 95.1. But in terms of Student View, it got 75.2, 77.6 in Student Mix and 96 in Employer Activity.

With an overall score of 95, Zurich ranked fourth on the list. It scored 100/100 in the Desirability category.

Melbourne is the fifth-most student-friendly city in the world with an overall score of 93.3. It scored 97.8 in terms of Student View, 98.9 in Student View, and 87.3 in Employer Activity.

Located in Egypt, the university was originally constructed in 970 AD but did not gain the status of a university until 1961.

Located in Portugal, the university was originally established in the country's capital but was moved various times. It was permanently established in Coimbra in 1537.

The Italian university was founded in 1240 and sits in the small town of Siena. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which sees upwards of 163,000 tourists per year.

Located in Italy, the university was founded by the emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, Federico II in 1224 and is one of the oldest universities in the world.

Another Italian university founded in 1222, it serves as one of the surviving medieval institutions in the country.

Located in the United Kingdom, the University of Cambridge was founded in 1209 by a group of students who left the University of Oxford.

Commonly known as Sorbonne, the University of Paris was founded between 1160 and 1250. Following the French Revolution, the university was on hold from 1793 to 1896.

The Spanish university was founded in 1134. With a royal charter in 1218, it is Spain's oldest institution.

One of the world's most widely revered institutions in the world, it was created somewhere between 1096 and 1167.

Here are the world's 10 oldest universities

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