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Andhra Pradesh government to set up ‘iHub’ (the intelligent hub) for research and scientific learning

The Andhra Pradesh government will set up ‘iHub’ (the intelligent hub), a first-of-its kind global research centre for scientific learning with an initial investment of Rs 245 crore...

July 31, 2018

Ramachandra Guha authors book “Gandhi: The Years That Changed The World (1914-1948)”

The book ‘Gandhi: The Years That Changed The World (1914-1948)’ has been authored by Ramachandra Guha, the renowned historian and author. It will be published by Penguin Random...

July 27, 2018

“Ahimsa” book authored by Supriya Kelkar

Screenwriter Supriya Kelkar has authored the book “Ahimsa”, which will be published in India in August 2018. Her debut novel will sheds light on the Indian freedom movement,...

June 27, 2018

Pietermaritzburg hosts Mandela-Gandhi Youth Conference 2018

The Mandela-Gandhi Youth Conference was held at Pietermaritzburg in South Africa on June 8, 2018. The conference was part of a 3-day commemoration of the historic incident 125...

June 8, 2018

The Making of Mahatma

The Making of Mahatma refers to the developmental journey, influences and experiences that shaped Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi into the global figure later known as Mahatma Gandhi. The expression...

June 6, 2018

India contributes $50,000 to UN’s youth mission

India has contributed $50,000 to the UN’s youth mission which works to raise awareness and attention to youth issues globally. UN Youth Envoy Jayathma Wickramanayake received the cheque...

January 16, 2018

The 2018 Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) celebrated

The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated every year on January 9 to mark the contribution of Overseas Indian community in the development of India. The day was...

January 9, 2018

Saraswati Tripathy

Saraswati Tripathy was an Indian freedom fighter and social worker from the state of Odisha, remembered for her dedication to Gandhian ideals and her lifelong service to rural...

December 1, 2017

2017 Public Service Broadcasting Day (PSBD)

The Public Service Broadcasting Day (PSBD) is observed every year on November 12 to commemorate the first and last visit of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi...

November 13, 2017

Amrendra Sharan appointed by Supreme Court (SC) as amicus curiae on plea seeking re-probe of Mahatma Gandhi assassination

The Supreme Court of India (SCI) has appointed senior advocate and former additional solicitor general Amrender Sharan as amicus curiae on a petition seeking reprobe into the assassination...

October 7, 2017

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