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Who is Sam Manekshaw, the Legendary War General?

December 1, 2023

Sam Manekshaw, India’s first Field Marshal, was not just a military genius but also a linguist. Born in Amritsar, he spent his initial years in the city, becoming naturally fluent in Punjabi. His proficiency in the language was not only ..

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Irish Author Paul Lynch Clinches 2023 Booker Prize for ‘Prophet Song’

November 28, 2023

Irish author Paul Lynch secured this year’s prestigious Booker Prize for his fifth novel, ‘Prophet Song,’ in a glamorous ceremony held at Old Billingsgate on Sunday. The dystopian narrative unfolds in Ireland, depicting the challenges faced by protagonist Eilish Stack ..

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Geert Wilders: The “Dutch Donald Trump”

November 24, 2023

Geert Wilders, often likened to the “Dutch Donald Trump,” is poised to become the next Prime Minister of the Netherlands, defying expectations with his Party for Freedom (PVV) securing 37 seats in the 150-seat Dutch parliament. This unexpected victory has ..

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Justice Fathima Beevi Passes Away

November 24, 2023

India bid farewell to its pioneering legal luminary, Justice Fathima Beevi, the country’s first female Supreme Court judge, who peacefully passed away at the age of 96. A Storied Legacy After her illustrious tenure on the Supreme Court, Justice Beevi ..

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Girish Chandra Murmu Takes Key Role in UN Panel of External Auditors

November 23, 2023

Girish Chandra Murmu, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, has achieved a significant position by being elected as the Vice-Chair of the UN Panel of External Auditors. The election took place during the sixty-third session of the Panel, held ..

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Vir Das Makes History with International Emmy Win

November 23, 2023

Indian comedian Vir Das has achieved a milestone by winning an International Emmy Award for his Netflix show, “Vir Das: Landing on Monday.” This accomplishment makes him the first Indian to secure a victory in the comedy category. Das shares ..

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Passing of Former US First Lady Rosalynn Carter at Age 96

November 20, 2023

Former US First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a pivotal figure during President Jimmy Carter’s tenure, passed away at the age of 96. Known for her active promotion of mental health causes, she played a significant role in various initiatives alongside her ..

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Perumal Murugan’s ‘Fire Bird’ Clinches 2023 JCB Prize for Literature

November 20, 2023

Tamil writer Perumal Murugan’s novel ‘Fire Bird,’ skillfully translated into English by Janani Kannan, emerged victorious at the 2023 JCB Prize for Literature. The prestigious award was announced in New Delhi, with the book published by Penguin Random House India. ..

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