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Was Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Fascist?

Was Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Fascist?

Was Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Fascist? During his lifetime, Bose was frequently denounced as a fascist or even a Nazi, particularly in the wake of the radical, revolutionary (as opposed to reformist) views he expressed in radio addresses broadcast to India from National Socialist Germany and, later, from quasi-fascist Japan. Subhash Chandra Bose Fascist For example, The Statesman, a highly …

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Pongal Facebook Covers: Tamil Nadu Harvest Festival FB Banners

Pongal Facebook Covers

Pongal Facebook Covers: Pongal is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu. On this day, people thank God for a bountiful harvest. They prepare a special dish called ‘Sarkkarai Pongal‘ and pray for the blessings of Sun God. One of the most popular Tamil festivals, it is celebrated on January 14th every year, when it coincides with Makar Sankranti celebrations in …

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Guru Gobind Singh Ji: English Poetry

Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Guru Gobind Singh Ji (22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher. When his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was executed by Aurangzeb, Guru Gobind Singh was formally installed as the leader of the Sikhs at the age of nine, becoming the tenth and final human Sikh …

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International Day of Education (24 January): History & Celebration

International Day of Education (24 January): History & Celebration

International Day of Education: Education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 24 January as International Day of Education, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. Without inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong opportunities for all, countries will not succeed in achieving gender equality and …

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Kenduli Mela: West Bengal’s Baul Mela Festivities, History

Kenduli Mela: West Bengal's Baul Mela Festivities, History

Kenduli Mela: There are many small and large festivals taking place in West Bengal, India throughout the year. Kenduli Mela or Kenduli Fair is one such festival which provides an opportunity to encounter the Bauls. The Bauls are a group of mystic minstrels from Bengal who travel throughout the land singing songs and playing music that transcend all religions and scriptures. The …

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Pongal Customs: Tamils Harvest Festival Customs & Traditions

Pongal Customs: Tamils Harvest Festival

Pongal Customs: The word Pongal, in both Telugu and Tamil, signifies the boiling over of the rice in the cooking pot. Though little is known about the origin of Pongal, it is known to a Dravidian harvest festival that has survived for ages. Pongal also marks the beginning of a New Year and is the day to praise and thank God …

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What is Mattu Pongal? Third day is meant for the cattle

What is Mattu Pongal?

Mattu Pongal: This third day is meant for the cattle (‘mattu’) – the giver of milk and puller of the plough. The farmer’s ‘dumb friends’ are given a good bath, their horns are polished, painted and covered with metal caps, and garlands are put around their necks. The Pongal that has been offered to the gods is then given to …

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Captain Miller: Indian Tamil-language Period Action Adventure Film

Captain Miller: 2023 Indian Tamil Period Action Adventure Film

Captain Miller: Movie Name Directed by: Arun Matheswaran Starring: Dhanush, Shiva Rajkumar, Sundeep Kishan, Priyanka Arul Mohan Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller, Adventure Running Time: – Minutes Release Date: 12 January, 2024 Rating:  Budget: ₹ – crore Production Company: Sathya Jyothi Films Follows the revolution of the LTTE activist ‘Captain Miller’ in 1940s. Captain Miller: Overview Captain Miller is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language period action …

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Legends of Lohri Festival: Thanksgiving to Sun God, Dullah Bhatti

Legends of Lohri Festival: Punjabi Culture & Tradition

Legends of Lohri Festival: There are few renowned legends associated with this historic festival of Punjab, the most significant of them being the Dullah Bhatti, which evolved around the Festival of Lohri. Lohri marks the end of the dreary and awfully cold month of Pos (mid December to mid January) and the next day of Makar Sankranti, ushers in the …

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