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Some facts on Ban on burqa, niqab, hijab in Europe
The burqa, niqab or hijab issue is part of a heated debate about multiculturalism in Europe. The issues involved are religious freedom, female equality, secular traditions and even fears of terrorism. Recently, a parliamentary commission in Italy has approved a ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
2011 London Riots
Tottenham in north London is an ethnically diverse area. The locals in this area were protesting against the death of a 29-year-old Mark Duggan, a black man and an alleged crack cocaine dealer and member of the ‘Star Gang’, was ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Nileema Mishra and Harish Hande of India win Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2011
The 6 winners of Ramon Magsaysay Award for 2011 are: Nileema Mishra (India): a lender to the poorest in Maharashtra, was recognised for her purpose-driven zeal to work tirelessly with villagers in Maharashtra…to address both their aspirations and their adversities ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Deepika Prajapati
Deepika Prajapati or Deepika Kumari is an Indian Archer. She was born in Ranchi and has huge prospect for India in the upcoming London Olympics 2012. She won gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth games in the women’s individual recurve ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Lobsang Sangay Takes oath as Kalon Tripa
Harvard scholar Lobsang Sangay was elected prime minister of the Tibetan government-in-exile and would take over the political duties relinquished by spiritual leader the Dalai Lama . He had defeated his nearest rival Tethong Tenzin Namgyal by 8,646 votes. He ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Sarah West – First woman commander of a navy ship of Britain
Lieutenant Commander Sarah West, 39 is slated to become the first woman in the 500-year history of the Royal Navy of Britain to command a frontline warship. She is to be promoted Commander at the end of 2011 and in ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Ustad Fahimuddin Dagar
Ustad Rahim Fahimuddin Khan Dagar passed away on 27 July 2011. He was exponent of Dhrupad one of the most pristine and richest form of Indian Classical Music. He represented the 19th generation of Dagar Tradition along with his other ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2011
Mamta Sharma new NCW chief
Former Rajasthan Mahila Congress president Mamta Sharma has been appointed as National Commission for Women chairperson. She has succeeded Ms Girija Vyas who demitted the office in the beginning of April. Ms Sharma was a member of the Rajasthan Legislative ..