Get your thinking cap on and figure out the answers to these teasers!
Brain teasers are more than just simple puzzles and riddles. Technically, a brain teaser is a type of puzzle or brain game, often involving lateral thinking.
Now that you know what we are talking about, let us see how many you get right. Hint: All the answers are numbers and are below 30.
Up your GK with this quiz.
How much do you know about your favourite books, animal behavior, and more? Well, time for a round of GK.
Are you ready for the Olympics? Watch the video to find out more about the latest Olympic Games being held in Tokyo, Japan.
Test your knowledge of the Olympic Games by answering these questions.
The Olympics are underway in Tokyo, Japan. How much do you know about the greatest sporting event in the world? Find out with this interactive quiz.
How many of these trees commonly found in India have you spotted in your area?
From the easily recognisable Banyan tree to the ubiquitous Neem tree, a wide variety of trees thrive in India. You might have come across many of them in your neighbourhood, but you might not always know what they are called.
Here is an interesting task for you. Fill in the grid with the names of some common Indian trees.
Now, scroll through these slides and take a look at what these trees look like. Do you recognise any of them?
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These incredible stories of India’s Olympic stars will always be told and retold to show how inspiring they are. Read on for more.
The Tokyo Olympic Games are underway, and what better time to relive some of India’s glorious moments of Olympic glory from the past? Before you delve into the details, take this step-by-step interactive task.
Great going! Now, read about each athlete and get inspired.
Leander Paes, Atlanta 1996
After an incredibly long wait of 44 years, Leander Paes gave India its individual medal by winning a bronze at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. The earlier one was by wrestler K.D. Jadhav in 1952. Leander faced Andre Agassi in the semifinal and, due to the strength of the latter’s backhand, Leander ruptured a few tendons in his right wrist. So it was put in a cast and he had to recover before the medal play-off. On match day, he was in unbearable pain and it took a great deal of physical and mental strength and a lot of aggressive tennis to pull off a historic win and a place on the podium.
Dhyan Chand — 1928, 1932 and 1936
The Indian hockey team won eight gold medals — in 1928, 1932, 1936, 1948, 1952, 1956, 1964 and 1980. Instrumental in the first three of these wins was Dhyan Chand, regarded as one of the greatest hockey players in history. Apart from his extraordinary goalscoring, he also captained the side at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. In the final against Germany, he lost a tooth in a collision with the opposing goalkeeper. He also reportedly removed his stockings and shoes so that he could run faster.
Saina Nehwal, London 2012
India’s first Olympic medal in badminton came in the 2012 London Games. Saina Nehwal had already made waves by reaching the quarterfinals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. But the bronze didn’t come easy. A week before the Games, Saina went down with viral fever. But being the fighter that she is, she recovered and fought her way through the tournament to a place on the podium.
Abhinav Bindra, Beijing 2008
Abhinav Bindra had missed a medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics, so his preparation for the next round in Beijing was meticulous and careful. This paid off, as the 25-year-old surpassed the defending champion and won the gold. But it was not all smooth sailing. Just minutes before the final, he realised that his gun’s sight (aiming device) had been altered. Though he panicked initially, he stepped up and calmly scripted his place in sporting history.
Photos: The Hindu archives, Wikimedia Commons
Japan loves its gadgets and, rest assured, the Tokyo Olympics will see a lot of cool gizmos and technology making their way into the events.
The medals awarded will have a quintessentially Japanese feature — recycling. They have been made using old cell phones and other electronics sourced from the general public. Designed by designer Junichi Kawanishi, who does signage and product design for public and commercial facilities in Japan. A distinguishing feature this year is the addition of one, two, or three silicon convex lines in the ribbons to separate the winners. This is the first time that 100% recycled material has been used.
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The preference for recycling doesn’t end with the medals. The beds in the Athlete Villages are made of sturdy cardboard, which will be recycled into paper or plastic products once the Olympics end. Quite a few stadium renovations have incorporated wood to be more environmentally friendly.
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Humanoid robots developed by Toyota will be used on the field to fetch hammers/javelins during events and to help with the management of events. The Tokyo Games will also be the first Olympics to use facial recognition technology to increase security around all venues.
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It’s filling, nourishing and finger-licking good. Yes, we’re talking about the Caesar salad. Find out how to make it.
A traditional Caesar has nothing to do with Julius Caesar. It’s something to eat and contains romaine lettuce, croutons, garlic, lemon juice, eggs, parmesan, Worcestershire sauce or anchovies, and salt and pepper. So if you are craving something crunchy, cheesy, and salty, then jump right in and play this game. You’ll also learn to whip up this yumminess in a bowl.
As you gear up for the Olympics, why not watch some real-to-reel life stories?
To get into the spirit of the Olympic games, why not watch an Olympic-themed film with the family? Here are a few suggestions of some classic films that are also extremely inspiring.
Every four years, we hear of new records being set at the Olympic Games. But did you know that there are some that are unbroken? Play this memory game to find out.
Every time the Olympics Games comes around, a new bunch of records are set by athletes and sportspeople. But did you know that there are some that have been standing for quite some time? Play this memory game to find out records that have not been broken.
