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PEN: Protecting Freedom of Expression
October 6, 2023
On October 6, 1921, PEN International was founded in London, UK, to protect, shelter and resettle writers at risk.
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1st Indo-French Conference on fragrances & flavours held at Guru Nanak College, Chennai
October 6, 2023
India’s immense natural biodiversity, combined with French technological know-how, could revolutionise the way humans use plant extracts for health and overall well-being. This was one of the key outcomes of the First Indo-French Conference on Fragrances and Flavours, held at G...
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Pilsner Urquell: Birthplace of best-known Beer
October 5, 2023
On October 5, 1842, Bavarian brewer Josef Groll produced first batch of pale lager beer at the Plzeň brewery in Czech Republic.
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Airbnb says it contributed over USD 920 million to Indian economy in 2022
October 4, 2023
New research by Oxford Economics says that online marketplace for accommodation rentals Airbnb is an important pillar of India’s tourism industry, contributing over USDD 920 million or INR 72 billion to Indian Gross Domestic Product and supported over 85,000 Indian jobs in 2022...
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Space Race: From Sputnik 1 to SpaceX
October 4, 2023
On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite launched into space.
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Vacuum Cleaners: From Thurman to Dyson
October 3, 2023
On October 3, 1899, US engineer John Thurman invented gasoline-powered vacuum cleaner, considered 1st motorised vacuum cleaner.
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Lal Bahadur Shastri: Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan
October 2, 2023
On October 2, 1904, Lal Bahadur Shastri, India’s second Prime Minister, was born at Mughalsarai in Uttar Pradesh.
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International Day of Older People: Preparing for Ageing World
October 1, 2023
On October 1, 1991, 1st International Day of Older Persons was observed, with aim to prepare for opportunities & challenges of ageing population.
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Turning Vegetarian: For Health & Climate
September 30, 2023
On September 30, 1847, the UK Vegetarian Society was formed to motivate Britishers to adopt vegetarianism.
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Accor enters City of Taj with opening of Grand Mercure Agra
September 30, 2023
World’s second largest hotel group Accor has entered the city of Taj Mahal, with the opening of Grand Mercure Agra. In a press statement, Accor says that the sophisticated property comprising 168 meticulously designed rooms is nestled in the heart of Agra and offers an unrivall...
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Ending Food Waste: Key to tackling hunger
September 29, 2023
On September 29, 2020, 1st International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste was observed to highlight huge amounts of food going waste.
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World Rabies Day: India Most Vulnerable
September 28, 2023
On September 28, 2007, 1 st World Rabies Day was observed to raise awareness about world’s deadliest infectious disease.
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