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When India Rode Into Heart Of Communist China Soon After Independence
Over 70 years ago, Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Indian prime minister to visit the People's Republic of China, in what was then hailed as a historic breakthrough in diplomacy.
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UK Announces Plans For Biggest Nuclear Power Expansion In 70 Years
The UK government on Thursday announced plans for what it said was the country's "biggest expansion of nuclear power for 70 years to bolster its energy independence and meet carbon emission targets.
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On BJP's "Defaming India" Allegations, Rahul Gandhi Points To PM
"I recall the Prime Minister going abroad and announcing that nothing has been done in the 60 or 70 years of Independence," Rahul Gandhi told reporters.
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On PM Claim Of Congress Doing "Nothing" In 70 Years, Rahul Gandhi's Reply
Hitting back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accusing the Congress of doing "nothing" while in power, party president Rahul Gandhi said Saturday nobody had committed the "foolishness" of the notes ban and the "Gabbar Singh Tax" in the last 70 years.
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On Bharat Ratna, Ramdev Cites Mother Teresa, Puts A Religious Spin
Yoga teacher Ramdev on Sunday weighed in on the controversy over Bharat Ratna awards, pointing out that in the 70 years since Independence, no sadhu has been given any national award despite immense contribution to society by many of them. Asked if he has a grudge against the government in this regard, Ramdev grinned, saying, "I can't say that... I...
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Veterans Of Subhas Chandra Bose's INA At Republic Day Parade This Year
More than 70 years after independence, four personnel of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's Indian National Army (INA) would march on the Republic Day parade this year.
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Sad Manual Scavenging Exists After 70 Years Of Independence: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today rued the existence of manual scavenging even 70 years after India's Independence, underscoring his government's resolve to eliminate the practice.
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No Black Gown On University Convocation, Bihar Goes Ethnic, Colourful
More than 70 years after Independence, the British dress code for students receiving their degrees - the black gown and mortar board - is on its way out in Bihar. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar had never been its fan and never made a secret of it. Now, by the order of the Governor, Bihar colleges are set to move towards a homegrown version that would ...
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Bhagat Singh's Powerful Quotes That Made Him A Freedom Movement Icon
Bhagat Singh is among India's most popular revolutionary and a youth icons. Stories of his contribution during Independence movement of India continue to inspire and motivate more than 70 years after the country attained freedom from imperialist Britain. Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar were hanged in the Lahore jail. The trio was ...
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70 Years After Independence, Maharashtra Village Gets Electricity, Bus Services
The residents of Amdeli village in Maharashtra had a long wait of 70 years before they could see their homes lit up with electricity and commute in public buses.
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When India Rode Into Heart Of Communist China Soon After Independence
Over 70 years ago, Jawaharlal Nehru became the first Indian prime minister to visit the People's Republic of China, in what was then hailed as a historic breakthrough in diplomacy.
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UK Announces Plans For Biggest Nuclear Power Expansion In 70 Years
The UK government on Thursday announced plans for what it said was the country's "biggest expansion of nuclear power for 70 years to bolster its energy independence and meet carbon emission targets.
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On BJP's "Defaming India" Allegations, Rahul Gandhi Points To PM
"I recall the Prime Minister going abroad and announcing that nothing has been done in the 60 or 70 years of Independence," Rahul Gandhi told reporters.
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On PM Claim Of Congress Doing "Nothing" In 70 Years, Rahul Gandhi's Reply
Hitting back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accusing the Congress of doing "nothing" while in power, party president Rahul Gandhi said Saturday nobody had committed the "foolishness" of the notes ban and the "Gabbar Singh Tax" in the last 70 years.
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On Bharat Ratna, Ramdev Cites Mother Teresa, Puts A Religious Spin
Yoga teacher Ramdev on Sunday weighed in on the controversy over Bharat Ratna awards, pointing out that in the 70 years since Independence, no sadhu has been given any national award despite immense contribution to society by many of them. Asked if he has a grudge against the government in this regard, Ramdev grinned, saying, "I can't say that... I...
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Veterans Of Subhas Chandra Bose's INA At Republic Day Parade This Year
More than 70 years after independence, four personnel of the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's Indian National Army (INA) would march on the Republic Day parade this year.
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Sad Manual Scavenging Exists After 70 Years Of Independence: Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today rued the existence of manual scavenging even 70 years after India's Independence, underscoring his government's resolve to eliminate the practice.
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No Black Gown On University Convocation, Bihar Goes Ethnic, Colourful
More than 70 years after Independence, the British dress code for students receiving their degrees - the black gown and mortar board - is on its way out in Bihar. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar had never been its fan and never made a secret of it. Now, by the order of the Governor, Bihar colleges are set to move towards a homegrown version that would ...
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Bhagat Singh's Powerful Quotes That Made Him A Freedom Movement Icon
Bhagat Singh is among India's most popular revolutionary and a youth icons. Stories of his contribution during Independence movement of India continue to inspire and motivate more than 70 years after the country attained freedom from imperialist Britain. Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar were hanged in the Lahore jail. The trio was ...
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70 Years After Independence, Maharashtra Village Gets Electricity, Bus Services
The residents of Amdeli village in Maharashtra had a long wait of 70 years before they could see their homes lit up with electricity and commute in public buses.
