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Mahatma Jyotiba Phule 200th birth anniversary tribute by PM Modi: "Pioneer in championing rights of women, marginalised"
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule on his 200th birth anniversary. Leaders across the political spectrum also honoured the social reformer who dedicated his life to equality, justice and education, and championed women's rights and of the marginalised.
Ashoka vs Qin Shi Huang: Two contrasting paths to unity and empire-building
More than two millennia ago, leaders Qin Shi Huang in China and Ashoka in India confronted the vital issue of creating unity within their realms. Qin Shi Huang implemented harsh laws and instilled fear to maintain control over his empire, resulting in a legacy of rigidity.
World's 7 forbidden places. One of them lies in India
From secret military zones to tribal territories and disaster-proof seed vaults, several locations worldwide remain off-limits to the public. These forbidden places—like Area 51, North Sentinel Island, and Snake Island—are sealed off for reasons ranging from national security to public safety and environmental preservation. Their inaccessibility fuels intrigue, mystery, and speculation across the globe.
Six forbidden places in 2025 you’re definitely not invited to but totally want to visit
The world holds many secrets. Some places are off-limits. Gangkhar Puensum in Bhutan is a sacred, unclimbed mountain. Area 51 in Nevada is shrouded in mystery. The Cheyenne Mountain Complex is a nuclear war fortress. Qin Shi Huang's tomb in China remains unopened. Room 39 in North Korea is a shadowy financial hub.
Great Wall of China is safeguarded by living skin, scientists claim in study
Great of China is the pride of China and has been a heritage site. Biocrusts is a "living skin" composed of tiny, rootless plants and microorganisms.
Xi Jinping's no-show at G20, his personal ambitions and China's national strategy
The Chinese president does not want to be seen in New Delhi for the G20 Summit because that would amount to endorsing India's global leadership, which has become a major challenge for Beijing China’s national strategy and its leader Xi Jinping's personal ambition are being sought to be unified. On the other hand, the downslide in the Chinese economy and the possibility of unrest are actually danger portents for the world at large.
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Record of Ragnarok Season 3: See release schedule and more
Record of Ragnarok is an adaptation of the manga series of the same name by authors Shinya Umeura and Takumi Fukui. The series was initially produced by Graphinica, known for their work on anime like Wonder Momo, Hellsing and Another World, before being moved to the Yumeta Company.
‘Record of Ragnarok’ Season 2 Part 2 on Netflix. Check release date, what to expect
As ‘Record of Ragnarok’ takes a halt with the conclusion of Part 1, gear up for its second half.
In light of Trump's proposed 'Mexico' wall, here is looking at other walls and the history behind them
Trump stormed to victory on the simple promise of building a wall to cordon the US off to unwanted immigrants from Mexico.
Why Old Monkers need not raise a toast to the survival of the sweet, pungent drink
Old Monk was cheap, thereby providing it with both affordability as well as the ‘reverse snobbery’ that a cheap drink holds forpeople who can afford it.
PM Narendra Modi visits Terracotta Warriors Museum at Xi'an, China
Modi went around the museum that houses neat rows of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China.
PM Narendra Modi arrives in China, to hold talks with President Xi Jinping
Modi, who is undertaking his first visit to China as Prime Minister, would begin his day here with a visit to the famous Terracotta Warriors museum.
Buddhism provides rich backdrop for key Narendra Modi-Xi Jinping summit
In Xi'an, Modi will be hosted by Xi, departing from normal protocol to reciprocate gesture by Modi in Ahmedabad when the Chinese leader visited India in September last year.
Li Shan, the ancient Chinese winter hideaway of emperors
Shaanxi has been at the forefront of Chinese history since time immemorial, as has the River Wei, a tributary of the Huang Ho, better known as the Yellow River.
Feast for the senses
Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province in central China, is also known for its world-class museums and the 14th century city walls, besides the terracotta warriors.
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