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“Lal Bahadur Shastri: Lessons in Leadership”- Anil Shastri’s book launched by Dalai Lama

March 25, 2014

The Tibetian spiritual leader Dalai Lama launched a book on the life of Former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri in New Delhi. The book titled ‘Lal Bahadur Shastri: Lessons in Leadership’ is a biographical account co-authored by former PM’s son ..

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Kirti Chakra gallantry awards 2014

March 25, 2014

The President of India, Mr. Pranab Mukherjee presented gallantry awards to defense personnel for their distinguished services at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. Kirti Chakra awards: Lt Commander Abhilash Tomy, Major Mahesh Kumar and Wing Commander Darryl Castelino. Wing Commander ..

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Gyan Correa bagged the Gollapudi Srinivas National Award 2013

March 24, 2014

The debutant director of Gujarati movie “The Good Road”, Mr. Gyan Correa has been selected for the 17th Gollapudi Srinivas National Award 2013. The award would be presented to the winners on August 12, 2014 in Chennai. Gollapudi Srinivas National ..

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Lok Sabha election 2014: EC ropes in Aamir Khan as national icon

March 23, 2014

The Election Commission signed up Bollywood actor Aamir Khan as its national icon in the run-up to 2014 Lok Sabha poll. Aamir Khan will spread awareness about the importance of voting and will urge people to cast their votes. Purpose: ..

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Ms Aditi Khanna became first women President of Indian Journalist's Association

March 23, 2014

Ms. Aditi Khanna became the first women President of Indian Journalist’s Association (IJA) in London. At present, Ms. Khanna is the London correspondent for Press Trust of India. Apart from Ms. Khanna, Ms. Rupanjana Dutta appointed as the general secretary ..

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Mr. Nandan Nilekani resigned as UIDAI chairman

March 22, 2014

Mr. Nandan Nilekani resigned as chairman of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and formally joined Congress. Infosys co-founder Mr. Nilekani will contest Lok Sabha polls from Bangalore. Mr. Nandan Nilekani declared that his and wife Rohini’s assets were worth Rs.7,700 ..

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Mr. Khushwant Singh: Noted writer & journalist passed away

March 20, 2014

Prolific author and journalist Mr. Khushwant Singh (99) passed away due to cardiac arrest in New Delhi. He was best known for his trenchant secularism, his humour, and an abiding love for poetry. About Mr. Khushwant Singh Born: February 2, ..

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Former SC judge Mr. BN Srikrishna appointed as chairman of Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSB)

March 19, 2014

Retired Supreme Court judge, Mr. BN Srikrishna appointed as the Chairman of Financial Planning Standards Board India (FPSB). He succeeded Mr. Dhirendra Swarup. About Mr. BN Srikrishna Retired Supreme Court Judge. Served as the Chief Justice of Kerala High Court. Also served as ..

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Sahitya Akademi Award 2013

March 19, 2014

The President of Sahitya Akademi, Dr.Viswanath Prasad Tiwari presented prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award 2013 at the annual “Festival of Letters” in New Delhi. Sahitya Akademi Award 2013 to Famous poets:  Rabindra Sarkar (Assamese), Subodh Sarkar (Bengali), Anil Boro (Bodo), Sitaram Sapolia (Dogri), Chinu ..

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President's Standard and Colours Award to 112 Helicopter Unit & No. 4 Base Repair Depot

March 18, 2014

The President of India and the Supreme Commander of Indian defense forces, Mr. Pranab Mukherjee awarded the prestigious President’s Standard to 112 Helicopter Unit and President’s Colours to No. 4 Base Repair Depot of Indian Air Force at Kanpur, Uttar ..

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