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Mahatma Gandhi : The Father of Nation choicewallpaperss.blogspot.com : Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi also known as Bapu born on 2nd Oct 1869 was a major political and spiritual leader of India and the Indian independence movement. Mahatma Gandhi is a truly inspirational figure from the 20th century. He is commonly known around the world as Mahatma Gandhi and in India also as Bapu. . Considered the father of India, Gandhi was born 1869 and died when assassinated in 1948. A lawyer, Gandhi instituted non-violent civil disobedience movements in India in an effort to gain independence for the country from imperial British rule. His life is so full of inspirational thought and action that you should read up on him. To give you a taste, here are some of his more inspirational and thoughtful quotes. He is officially honoured in India as the Father of the Nation his birt
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`War rules in ancient India are still the world`s best`
zeenews.com : Wars in ancient India were more civilised, humane and ethical than the conventional strifes of today, according to Bangladeshi writer and human rights campaigner Shahriar Kabir.
28 Feb 2011
zeenews.com : Wars in ancient India were more civilised, humane and ethical than the conventional strifes of today, according to Bangladeshi writer and human rights campaigner Shahriar Kabir.
Steering error sank the Titanic, claims author
ndtv.com : The granddaughter of a senior member of the Titanic’s crew has revealed in a new book what she describes as a family secret kept for decades: that a simple steering error caused the ship to strike an iceberg and sink during its maiden voyage in 1912.
23 Sep 2010
ndtv.com : The granddaughter of a senior member of the Titanic’s crew has revealed in a new book what she describes as a family secret kept for decades: that a simple steering error caused the ship to strike an iceberg and sink during its maiden voyage in 1912.
The secret behind Mona Lisa's smile telegraph.co.uk : The secret of how Leonardo da Vinci produced the optical effects that created the Mona Lisa's enigmatic smile can be revealed for the first time.
Tipu Sultan throne finial to be auctioned
zeenews.com : A gem-encrusted gold finial from the decorated throne of Tipu Sultan and an eyewitness account of the battle that led to his defeat at the hands of the British are being put up for auction here on October seven.
7 Aug 2010
zeenews.com : A gem-encrusted gold finial from the decorated throne of Tipu Sultan and an eyewitness account of the battle that led to his defeat at the hands of the British are being put up for auction here on October seven.
British PM rules out return of the Kohinoor
timesofindia.indiatimes.com : British Prime Minister David Cameron, who is on a three-day visit to India, has clearly ruled out the return of the Kohinoor diamond to India, saying if such demands were agreed to, it would lead to empty rooms in British Museums.
30 Jul 2010
timesofindia.indiatimes.com : British Prime Minister David Cameron, who is on a three-day visit to India, has clearly ruled out the return of the Kohinoor diamond to India, saying if such demands were agreed to, it would lead to empty rooms in British Museums.
Scientists hope to 'virtually' raise the Titanic
content.usatoday.com : Raise the Titanic! Virtually, that is. On Aug. 18, an expedition will begin exploring the lost ship, some 2.5 miles down on the floor of the Atlantic.
29 Jul 2010
content.usatoday.com : Raise the Titanic! Virtually, that is. On Aug. 18, an expedition will begin exploring the lost ship, some 2.5 miles down on the floor of the Atlantic.
Shashi Tharoor releases historical tale on 17th century India
zeenews.com : A historical tale of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's reign, told through the eyes of two European travellers, was released here today.
24 Jul 2010
zeenews.com : A historical tale of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's reign, told through the eyes of two European travellers, was released here today.
"Lost" Languages to Be Resurrected by Computers?
news.nationalgeographic.com : A new program has deciphered writing last used in Biblical times, a feat that may lead to the "resurrection" of mysterious ancient texts.
21 Jul 2010
news.nationalgeographic.com : A new program has deciphered writing last used in Biblical times, a feat that may lead to the "resurrection" of mysterious ancient texts.
Remains of William Shakespeare's first theatre found!
hindustantimes.com : There's good news for all Shakespeare fans! Now, you can visit the remains of London’s first theatre in London yard — the site where William Shakespeare’s plays were performed.
19 Jul 2010
hindustantimes.com : There's good news for all Shakespeare fans! Now, you can visit the remains of London’s first theatre in London yard — the site where William Shakespeare’s plays were performed.
Oldest champagne found in Baltic Sea
hindustantimes.com : A Swedish diver may have found the world's oldest drinkable sparkling wine when he recovered several bottles of champagne amid the wreckage of a 230-year-old ship in the Baltic Sea, Swedish and Finnish media reported.
18 Jul 2010
hindustantimes.com : A Swedish diver may have found the world's oldest drinkable sparkling wine when he recovered several bottles of champagne amid the wreckage of a 230-year-old ship in the Baltic Sea, Swedish and Finnish media reported.
Maharajas to ‘hold court’ in Canada this fall
thehindu.com : “Maharaja: The Splendour of India’s Royal Courts”, organised in collaboration with London's Victoria and Albert Museum, will make its sole Canadian stop at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), from November 20 to February 27.
12 Jul 2010
thehindu.com : “Maharaja: The Splendour of India’s Royal Courts”, organised in collaboration with London's Victoria and Albert Museum, will make its sole Canadian stop at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), from November 20 to February 27.
Dalai Lama Birthday Photos : Dalai LamaPhoto Gallery
dalailama.com : The offical website for The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is both the head of state and the spiritual leader of Tibet. Dalai Lama Birthday Photos : Dalai LamaPhoto Gallery
10 Jul 2010
dalailama.com : The offical website for The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is both the head of state and the spiritual leader of Tibet. Dalai Lama Birthday Photos : Dalai LamaPhoto Gallery
Documents on Hitler`s jail time auctioned
zeenews.com : Berlin: Some 500 documents from the prison that held Adolf Hitler in 1924 documenting the future dictator's time behind bars are being auctioned in Germany. The papers from the Landsberg prison were recently found by a Nuremberg man among the possessions of his late father, who had purchased them at a flea market in the 1970s.
3 Jul 2010
zeenews.com : Berlin: Some 500 documents from the prison that held Adolf Hitler in 1924 documenting the future dictator's time behind bars are being auctioned in Germany. The papers from the Landsberg prison were recently found by a Nuremberg man among the possessions of his late father, who had purchased them at a flea market in the 1970s.