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Why is Pongal Festival celebrated?

Jan 14, 2021
Pongal festival 2021: It is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu that falls in the month of Thai (January-February season).  The uniqueness of the festival reminds us of the importance of natural resources, especially when the entire world is battling environmental change.    

When and Why British first landed on Indian Territory

Nov 26, 2020
The arrival of Vasco da Gama in Calicut on May 20, 1498, opened a sea route from Europe to the East. After that India became the focal point of Europe's trade and also the realm of European ambitions. Here, we have provided an interesting glimpse into when and why British first landed on Indian Territory.

Gandhi Jayanti 2020: 20 Interesting and Unknown Facts about Mahatma Gandhi

Oct 1, 2020
Gandhi Jayanti 2020: Mahatma Gandhi was born on 2 October, 1869 Porbandar, Gujarat. This year marks the 151st anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. He is the father of the Indian independence movement. He has been a subject of deep study in India and outside. Let us have a look at 20 interesting facts about Mahatma Gandhi.

Sadbhavana Diwas 2020: 10 Interesting facts about Rajiv Gandhi

Aug 20, 2020
Sadbhavana Diwas 2020: On 20 August "Sadbhavana Diwas" is observed nation-wide. The theme of the day is to promote National Integration and Communal Harmony among people of all religions, languages, and regions. On the 76th birth anniversary, let us have a look at some interesting and unknown facts about the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.          

List of famous slogans of pre and post independent India

Aug 14, 2020
Inqilab Zindabad, 'Do or die' and Dilli Chalo are some famous slogans given by our freedom fighters to encourage our general public to fight against the cruel British rulers. On the occasion of 74th Independence Day, read these inspirational and powerful slogans. 

Independence Day 2020: 10 Forgotten Women Freedom Fighters of India

Aug 14, 2020
Independence Day 2020: In the struggle for India’s Independence from the colonial rule or British Raj contribution of the women can't be neglected.  They faced various tortures, exploitations, etc. to earn freedom for us. Let us have a look on 10 forgotten women freedom fighters of India.

Timeline of Babri Masjid - Ram Janmabhoomi Dispute Case

Jul 28, 2020
The Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhumi Disputes has proven to be sources of religious and political conflicts. The main issues were around the possession of the site because groups of Hindu organisation claim that Mosque was built after demolishing the temple and also the site to be the birthplace of the Hindu deity i.e. Rama whereas Muslim claims that the Mosque was never built after the demolition but with the help of the ruins of temples. Here, we are giving a complete timeline of the Babri Masjid-Ram Janmabhoomi Dispute Case. 

Buddha Jayanti 2020: Buddhist Mudras, Hand Gestures and their Meaning

May 7, 2020
Buddha Jayanti 2020: The symbolic gestures (Mudras) through the iconography of Buddha image to evoke particular ideas during Buddhist meditation or rituals. On Buddha Jayanti, let us have a look at Buddhist Mudras, hand gestures and their meaning.

10 Lesser known facts about Bhagat Singh

Mar 14, 2020
Bhagat Singh was born on 28 September, 1907.  He was also known as Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh. He is one of the youngest freedom fighters who was hanged at a young age. In this article, we are presenting some unknown facts about Bhagat Singh and his revolutionary life which not only inspires but also influences others.    

Concept of Democracy by Rig Veda

Mar 12, 2020
Democracy is a system in which the public elects its ruler himself. The term democracy is derived from two Greek words 'Demos' and Kratos. Demos mean 'people' and Kratos means 'rule'. How this system was prevalent in ancient times? Through this article, you will learn how the concept of democracy is taken from Rig Veda or about the democratic elements in Ancient India.

Swami Vivekananda Biography : Early Life, Education, Works, Teachings and Famous Quotes

Feb 17, 2020
Swami Vivekananda is also known as Narendra.  He is an inspiring and well-known personality. Suddenly, an unknown monk became famous when he presented Hinduism in the Parliament of Religions in 1893 in Chicago. Let us read about Swami Vivekananda's early life, education, works, teachings, philosophy books, etc.    

Republic Day 2020: National Flag of India History, Journey and Key facts

Jan 25, 2020
Republic Day is celebrated on 26 January and is a pride moment for the country. President of India unfurled the National Flag and starts the ceremony of Republic Day. There is a rich history behind the evolution of the Tricolour National Flag. Let us have a look at the history, journey of the evolution of the Indian National Flag and when it was adopted in its present form?

What is Bru-Reang Refugee agreement?

Jan 17, 2020
The Bru-Reang agreement is an important milestone in bringing the development to the State of Tripura. What is Bru-Reang agreement, Bru-Reang crisis, and who are Bru refugees? Let us have a look!

Battle of Bhima Koregaon: History and its significance

Jan 2, 2020
The people of Dalit communities gather in Bhima Koregaon in large numbers on 1 January every year to pay tribute to the Dalit heroes who died in the war between the British and the Peshwas on 1 January 1818. The Peshwas were defeated in this battle of Bhima Koregaon.

20 Inspirational and Famous Mahatma Gandhi Quotes

Sep 30, 2019
Mahatma Gandhi full name is Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. He played a crucial role in freedom struggle of India. His powerful political tools were Satyagraha and non-violence who had inspired other political leaders around the world. He was also a good writer. Here in this article we are giving some inspirational and famous quotes of Mahatma Gandhi.    

Do you know how India got her name as “Bharat”

Aug 14, 2019
India i.e. Bharat is the union of states and a fusion of various religions, cultures, customs, heritage etc. which makes it an intriguing nation embracing the diversity of this world. Since ancient times our nation has been termed as Bharat (Sanskrit original name). There are some stories of various historians which fascinate us and explain How India got the name Bharat.

10 Interesting facts about Bhikaiji Cama

Aug 13, 2019
Do you remember a lady who had first hoist India's flag on foreign soil? She is none other than Madam Bhikaiji Cama. Today nation is observing her death anniversary that is she died on 13 August, 1936. Let us read some more interesting facts about Bhikaiji Cama.

77th anniversary of Quit India Movement Day 2019: History and Significance

Aug 8, 2019
Quit India Movement Day (77th anniversary) is observed on 8 August which is also known as August Kranti. It is considered as an important movement in the freedom struggle where masses also participate and took charge itself. Let us read more about Quit India Movement.      

10 Important Facts about Kakori Train Conspiracy

Aug 1, 2019
On 15 August every year we celebrate Independence Day. But celebration of this day is not achieved in one day, it is a long process of struggle and one of them is Kakori Train Conspiracy. Let us see 10 important facts about Kakori Train Conspiracy.    

10 Interesting facts about Guru Arjan Dev

Jun 15, 2019
Guru Arjan Dev is the fifth Guru of the Sikhs. He became the first martyr of Sikh faith and on 16 June every year, the Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev is commemorated. This day has been marked to honour him and has been commemorated since 1606. Let us read some interesting facts about Guru Arjan Dev.

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