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January 14 : Armed Forces Veterans Day – Update (January, 2023)

January 14, 2023

Every year, on January 14, India celebrates Armed Forces Veterans Day. This day is dedicated to honoring the sacrifices and service of veterans who have served in the country’s armed forces. The celebration of this day began in 2017, and ..

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Theremin turns 100: Key Facts

December 3, 2020

The Theremin musical instrument has turned hundred years old in 2020. It has revolutionised the music industry by being the predecessor of the modern synthesizer. What is Theremin? Theremin is a musical instrument. It is considered as the world’s first ..

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May 29: International Day of UN Peacekeepers

May 29, 2020

Every year, the United Nations celebrates International Day of UN Peacekeepers on May 29. This year the day is being celebrated under the theme Theme: Women in Peacekeeping: A key to Peace Highlights The International Day of UN Peacekeepers is ..

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History of Pandemics: Justinian Plague, Black Death and Spanish Flu

April 15, 2020

The COVID-19 has killed thousands and has indented a bad and deep history of economic crisis. It has locked down almost every super economic power in the world and has left permanent damages to developing countries. There were several other ..

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COVID-19: Wimbledon cancelled for the First Time since World Wars

April 1, 2020

On April 1, 2020, Wimbledon was cancelled due to the threats of Corona Virus. This is the first time the tournament is being cancelled since the World War II. Highlights Wimbledon was scheduled between June 29, 2020 and July 12, ..

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India-Turkey Kashmir Irritant: India proceeds with FSV Indian Navy Agreement with Turkey

March 23, 2020

In October 2019, India had put the Fleet Vessel Ship (FVS) Agreement on hold. The agreement was signed with Turkey to manufacture 45,000 tonne FSV at Vishakhapatnam. Highlights India and Turkey signed the FSV agreement in 2016. FSVs are important ..

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