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DIED IN 1984

New Shivaji

One of the rare people in Politics who had the most celebrated and fruitful career. A good leader is someone who doesn't back down in times of crisis. A good leader is as rare as the Tiffany Yellow Diamond.

DIED IN 2014

Nritya Samrajni

When Rabindranath Tagore watched her perform, his instinctive response to it was giving her the title of Nritya Samrajni. A title, to which she lived up to.

HAPPENED IN 1839

No fury like a raving cyclone

Do you know the word 'Cyclone' was coined after the Indian city of Coringa witnessed one of the disastrous storms in World history. This devasting event completely wrecked the city to a point that couldn't be recovered.

BORN IN 1898

The Soaring Pioneer

"Indian cinema wouldn't have been as beautiful if it weren't for Debaki Bose", as opined by an epitome of excellence, Tapan Sinha. The genius who had so much in praise for himself in the budding age of Bengali cinema, how was it to build his name into a brand and one of the greatest examples of today?

HAPPENED IN 2000

Violence Isn't Cultural, But Criminal

"There is one universal truth, applicable to all countries, cultures and communities: violence against women is never acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable." - Ban Ki-moon

HAPPENED IN 2000

अंतर्राष्ट्रीय महिला हिंसा उन्मूलन दिवस

संयुक्त राष्ट्र (United Nations) इस दिवस को हर साल 25 नवंबर को मनाता है। महिलाओ के ऊपर बढ़ते अपराध एक सामाजिक मुद्दा है जो आज समाज के मिये एक समस्या बन गयी है। महिला समाज का उतना ही महतवपूर्ण अंग है जितना जितना एक पुरुष, परन्तु समाज में महिला को दबाया जा रहा है जो विकास के मार्ग पर बाधा है। महिलाओं के खिलाफ हिंसा को रोकना और उसका जवाब देना मानवाधिकार, लैंगिक समानता और सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य प्राथमिकता है। हर देश और संस्कृति में महिलाओं को उनकी विविधता में हिंसा और जबरदस्ती से मुक्त जीवन सुनिश्चित करने के लिए और अधिक कार्रवाई की आवश्यकता है। महिलाओं के खिलाफ हिंसा पर डब्ल्यूएचओ-यूएन महिला संयुक्त कार्यक्रम द्वारा समर्थित रिपोर्ट से पता चलता है कि अपने पूरे जीवनकाल में 3 में से 1 महिला किसी अंतरंग साथी द्वारा शारीरिक या यौन हिंसा या गैर-साथी से यौन हिंसा का शिकार होती है।

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Black Friday, a day for shopaholics

You must have heard about "Black Friday" either in your history books or on the news. This day is widely known in western countries for its jaw-dropping discounts. But why is the term "black" associated with it if it is about sales? Well, it is a story.

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The curse of Durvasa separated Krishna from his wife

Rukmini was the beloved wife of Lord Krishna. She eloped from her father's abode just to marry the man she was in love with. But destiny had other plans for her. She was cursed by Durvasa. She had to stay away from her husband for all her life. This was not bearable. But why did Durvasa curse her?

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Roshanara Bagh

It is ironic that Roshanara Bagh though built at the same time period that many consider as the “Golden Period of Mughal Architecture” is hardly being discussed whenever this period is mentioned. It is one of the very few structures built under the guidance of a women during that period.

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The son of God turned into Asura

Indian mythology has always mentioned the atrocities committed by the asuras. They were sometimes powerful rulers and their notorious conduct on the kingdoms ultimately leads a God to emerge and create peace on earth. Did you know, a dynasty of asuras existed in India at one point in time?

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Rani Abbakka: The Wall of the Portuguese

The history of Abbakka Rani, also known as Abbakka Mahadevi, can be found in the Arabian Seawater that reaches the coasts of Ullal near Mangalore in Karnataka. The first woman in history to face, fight and defeat the Portuguese on many occasions. Abbakka Rani's unwavering valour and fortitude are comparable to that of Jhansi's renowned Rani Lakshmi Bai, Rangel's Rani Rudramadevi, and Kitor's Rani Chanama. Even though Abbakka Rani was one of the first freedom fighters to resist foreign invaders and colonialism, nothing is known about her or her remarkable narrative in history.

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The Indian medicine

Ayurveda is what we can call Indian Medicine. Being one of the most followed and effective ways of providing medical treatment to everything that can be treated, Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine in India.

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Sardar Udham

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is not a mystery to anyone. On the 13th of April 1919, Amritsar as well as the whole of India saw a tragic event take place as part of the freedom struggle. It is no secret that thousands of people were assassinated in the Bagh by the General Dwyer of the British government which was also the ruling government in India at that time. However, No one knows the fact that all of those people who lost their lives were successfully avenged as well.

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The hauntings of Bhangarh

India is a country that has a lot of things considered haunted. There are forts, bridges, toys, even cities where people aren’t allowed to visit or live or come out of their houses because they are considered haunted. One such place which is also a fort and is known as one of the most haunted places in India is the Bhangarh Fort.

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Nightingale of India

People often wonder about the Nightingale of India. Nightingale being a whole species of bird, how was it possible for just one bird to be declared and considered the Nightingale of India? Well, here, this title had been given not to a bird, but to a beautiful singer in India. Shrimati Lata Mangeshkar was given this honorific title.

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Meh-Teh in India

There are a lot of monsters that the world has seen. There are also a lot of stories that have been told and heard based on seen as well as unseen beasts. Only those that were able to be proven real with proper proof of their existence were considered to be real. Rest all of the monsters are either myths or in the process to be proving that they actually exist.

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India’s Chungneijang

India is a country with a lot of hidden talent. Every country, city or even a village, no matter how small it may be can have talent oozing out of it, provided people get the right opportunities. This is not just said but has been proven a lot of times. The whole world has seen people with amazing talents come out and sweep the world by it, hailing from India.

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The City of Kishan Singh

In a world full of different continents, they are further divided into countries and regions, there are smaller areas as well. Regions are further divided into states and cities which gives them the due credit of getting noticed by people or their civilization. However, there are still numerous regions on the entire planet that are still on the ladder of getting the recognition they need.

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The India Rupya

There are certain things that are needed in order for other things to function properly. A toy car needs a key, a bottle needs a cap, a container needs a lid, a pencil needs lead and the list goes on. These are just the small and little things that persist however they still need something else to work.

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Philosopher Queen of Malwa

Women empowerment has always been a very controversial topic and a big issue when it comes to a country like India. Not talking about the recent times, in the earlier times when women were destined to stay within the four walls only, a lot of practices characterized women as minor and weak.

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Kittur Ki Rani

Getting the hint from her name itself, Rani Chennamma hailed from Kittur, Karnataka. This was also a reason why she was called as Kittur Rani Chennamma. This queen of India played a big role in starting the revolution of making women stand up to power.

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Period of coinage

Numismatics is the word given to the study of coins. However, the history of coinage is very different from the study of coins. Coins are something that have seen a lot of variations in not just one but many different ways.

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Bhagalpuri Silk of Bihar

Bhagalpuri silk is one of the apt representations of the rich heritage of Indian handlooms. It's unique technique, style and design of weaving make it truly mesmerizing.

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Bandhani, the love of Gujarat

Have you heard of a whole line of textiles being made with the most significant tool being fingers and nails? Gujarat’s Bandhani is that line of textile. As much as you might think that the name Bandhani should relate to something being tied up, you’re not there yet but are very close!

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KALAMKARI THE NATURAL ART

In this world of fashion and fancy, one design beats all westernized people. The one style that has taken over the entire textile market. The one word uttered by every buyer in the shops. Be it with textiles or painting; handbags or mugs; this one painting, this one printing ruled out all the design and now sits in the homes of all individuals in different forms. It is none other than Kalamkari, pure love!

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The Queen of Silk Sarees: Paithani

Paithani has become the most versatile and beautiful Indian Dressing of all time. Let us learn about the legacy of one of the most loved sarees.

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Sanganeri Print Of Rajasthan

Art can be found in so many variants. It can be found in music, dance, sketching, painting, and whatnot. Just like that, one very beautiful form of art is the hand-block painting technique of Sanganer, Rajasthan.

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The beauty of Banarasi Silk Sarees

Tradition plays a very significant role in every Indian’s life. From festivals to clothing, everything clearly screams tradition. One of the most traditional clothing items would undoubtedly be Sarees, the most well-known traditional Indian piece of clothing worn by Indian women and nowadays by women all across the world. There are several different types of sarees when it comes to design and material and several different ways to drape a saree. One of the most beautiful types of saree adorned by Indian women is Banarasi Silk Sarees.

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Chanderi Fabric: A beautiful rendition of silk

Chanderi is a historic fabric. Made out of a myriad melange of cotton and silk, with a unique texture and feel adorning beautiful motifs, these saris date back to India's medieval past. How and where were they first woven, who wore them and how have they changed now?

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