Garima Sharma
Dowry deaths cast dark shadow over India
September 8, 2025
The recent alleged murder of Nikki Bhati, a 28-year-old woman, in a an alleged dowry-related case in Greater Noida, in the National Capital Region Delhi, has put the spotlight back on the age-old ill-practice of the Indian society. Dowry-related deaths and violence remain one of ...
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Global Police Teams Unite for Safer, Stronger Communities
September 7, 2025
#OnThisDay: On September 7, the International Day of Police Cooperation is observed to highlight and promote collaboration among police forces worldwide.
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Russian Athletics Federation puts focus on national events, regional partnerships amidst sanctions
September 6, 2025
Since you took charge as President of the Russian Athletics Federation, what kind of progress has been made in addressing the doping issue? In my capacity, I focus solely on athletics and the Russian Athletics Federation. I am responsible for its governance, compliance, and resto...
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UN Development Goals: From MDGs to SDGs
September 6, 2025
#OnThisDay: On September 6, 2000, the Millennium Summit began at the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
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International Day of Charity: Encourage, Empower & Equitable
September 5, 2025
#OnThisDay: On September 5, the world observes the International Day of Charity.
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India’s First Paralympic Medal: Overcoming Handicap to Conquer
September 4, 2025
#OnThisDay: On September 4, 2012, Girish Hosanagara Nagarajegowda made history by winning India’s first-ever medal at the Paralympics.
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Sidhpur welcomes tourists with history, pilgrimage and architecture
September 3, 2025
Sidhpur is a town in Gujarat situated approximately 100 km north of Ahmedabad, making it accessible by road, rail and air via the nearby Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. This proximity allows travellers a convenient journey of nearly two to three hours...
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Diverse Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across India
September 1, 2025
As homes and localities across India welcomed Lord Ganesha earlier this week, the focus of the attention was naturally drawn towards Mumbai and Pune, as well as other major cities of Maharashtra, the hub of the celebrations in India. Yet, Ganesh Chaturthi is a vibrant, multi-face...
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International Day for People of African Descent
August 31, 2025
#OnThisDay: On August 31, world observes the International Day for People of African Descent, a day that both recognises historical struggles and celebrates the far-reaching contributions of people of African heritage globally.
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From Mumbai’s bustle to Jawhar’s serene hills
August 31, 2025
Jawhar, a hill station nestled in the Sahyadri ranges, located in the Palghar district of Maharashtra that is known for its lush greenery, rich tribal heritage and historical significance, offers visitors a peaceful escape surrounded by nature and culture. Situated about 120 km f...
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H-1B visa row: US governor calls programme scam
August 30, 2025
Hundreds of Indian IT companies and hundreds of thousands of Indian IT professionals working in the United States owe their success to the H-1B visa programme, a ‘lottery’ that offers the most convenient and fastest route to a US green card, granting permanent residency in th...
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Afghanistan: Another Hurried Exit by US Army
August 30, 2025
#OnThisDay: On August 30, 2021, the last military evacuation plane of the United States departed Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport, marking end of its longest war, lasting over 20 years.
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