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Who was Karnail Singh Isru?

August 15, 2023

On India’s Independence Day, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann commemorated the late activist Karnail Singh Isru, who lost his life on the same day in 1955 while participating in the Goa Liberation Movement. Isru’s commitment to freedom was inspired by ..

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Pakistani Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar Named Caretaker Premier

August 14, 2023

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s surprise decision to dissolve the country’s Parliament, with just three days remaining before the completion of its five-year term, has led to the appointment of Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar as the caretaker premier. Kakar, a relatively ..

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19 Member Committee Formed under Shri MC Pant to Revise NCERT Textbooks

August 12, 2023

NCERT has established a 19-member National Syllabus and Teaching Learning Material Committee (NSTC), chaired by NIEPA chancellor MC Pant, to revise textbooks for classes 3 to 12. Members include Sudha Murthy, Shankar Mahadevan, Sanjeev Sanyal, and others. The committee aims ..

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Gilles Perrault

August 4, 2023

Gilles Perrault, a prominent French writer, has left an indelible mark on the literary and social landscape of France. His thought-provoking works ignited crucial debates and inspired critical thinking on significant issues. Early Life and Career Born as Jacques Peyroles, ..

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Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die

July 31, 2023

The release of the book ‘Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die’ has sparked immense interest and reverence among readers across the country. This book, released by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sheds light on the remarkable life of Dr. ..

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti

July 22, 2023

In a groundbreaking move, President Joe Biden has selected Admiral Lisa Franchetti as the Navy’s highest-ranking officer, marking a historic moment for gender equality and diversity in the armed forces. If confirmed, Admiral Franchetti will make history as the first ..

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Eunice Newton Foote

July 18, 2023

Eunice Newton Foote, an American scientist and advocate for women’s rights, made a groundbreaking discovery in climate science by being the first to recognize and understand the greenhouse effect and its impact on the Earth’s climate. Her 204th birth anniversary ..

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Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour

July 14, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made history as the first Indian Prime Minister to receive the prestigious Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France’s highest civilian and military honor. French President Emmanuel Macron conferred this esteemed award upon Prime ..

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