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Quote of the day by physician Avicenna: "Is it the fault of wine if a fool drinks it and goes stumbling into darkness?" - a timeless lesson on personal responsibility
Avicenna's ancient wisdom emphasizes personal responsibility for actions and outcomes. He argued that objects and circumstances do not possess agency to cause harm. Individuals are accountable for their choices and how they utilize available resources. This principle applies universally to tools, wealth, and knowledge. Accepting this responsibility is the starting point for true wisdom.
We know our cricket stars by heart. But do you know the five Indian students who just made the country world No. 1 in Physics?
Five Indian students—Kanishk Jain, Riddhesh Anant Bendale, Rishit Garg, Shresth Suraiya and Svarit Joshi—created history by winning gold medals at the 56th International Physics Olympiad 2026 in Colombia. Their achievement helped India rank joint World No. 1 alongside leading science nations. The feat highlights the strength of India’s Olympiad training ecosystem and showcases the advanced problem-solving, theoretical knowledge and experimental skills required to succeed at one of the world’s toughest physics competitions.
