Death Railway: The historical heritage of Thailand with a horrific, gruesome past The Death Railway, or Burma Railway, a 415km line built during WWII, stands as a grim reminder of Japanese atrocities. Hundreds of thousands of Southeast Asian civilians were forced into brutal labor, resulting in tens of thousands of deaths.
Mysterious Plane Disasters: From MH370 to Star Dust Crash This article explores six mysterious aeroplane disasters, highlighting the unsolved circumstances surrounding their disappearance or crash. From the infamous Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 to the disappearance of Amelia Earhart, these cases remain enigmas despite extensive investigations.
Union Budget 2025: Interesting facts you should know about the Budget The article delves into the fascinating history of India’s Union Budget, highlighting key moments from its inception in 1948. It explores who presented the first Budget, the longest Budget speech, and the evolution of the Budget’s timing and date.
Sky Force: What happened during IAF attack on Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase in 1965? Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force receives critical acclaim for its portrayal of the 1965 India-Pakistan War’s aerial battles, specifically focusing on the crucial Sargodha airbase raid. The film highlights the bravery of IAF pilots, notably Squadron Leader Ajjamada Boppayya Devayya, played by Veer Pahariya.
Amazon: Why one of the mightiest rivers in world has no bridge over it? The Amazon River, the world’s largest by discharge volume, surprisingly lacks bridges. This article explores the reasons behind this absence, citing the river’s extreme width fluctuations due to the rainy season, unstable riverbanks, and the limited road infrastructure in the Amazon Basin
Famous assassinations in world history: From Julius Caesar to Mahatma Gandhi This article explores significant assassinations throughout history, beginning with the tragic death of Mahatma Gandhi, a pivotal figure in India’s independence movement. It then delves into the assassinations of prominent world leaders such as Kennedy, Lincoln, and Indira Gandhi.
World Leprosy Day 2025 Theme: Unite, Act and Eliminate World Leprosy Day aims to raise awareness and combat the stigma surrounding leprosy. The 2025 theme, “Unite. Act. Eliminate”, emphasises global collaboration, proactive measures like early diagnosis and treatment and the ultimate goal of leprosy eradication. Initiated in 1954 by Raoul Follereau, the day commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary in India, highlighting his compassion for those affected by the disease.
World Leprosy Day 2025 Theme: Unite, Act and Eliminate World Leprosy Day aims to raise awareness and combat the stigma surrounding leprosy. The 2025 theme, “Unite. Act. Eliminate”, emphasises global collaboration, proactive measures like early diagnosis and treatment and the ultimate goal of leprosy eradication. Initiated in 1954 by Raoul Follereau, the day commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary in India, highlighting his compassion for those affected by the disease.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: A look at the passes that open the sacred path The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in Tibet, is accessible via two main passes: Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) and Nathu La (Sikkim). A new, easier route via Pithoragarh significantly reduces travel time to Lipulekh. While Lipulekh involves challenging high-altitude trekking, Nathu La offers a more accessible journey for senior citizens.
Martyrs’ Day: What is the significance of Shaheed Diwas observed on January 30? Shaheed Diwas, or Martyrs’ Day, observed annually on January 30, commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination in 1948 and honors all those who sacrificed their lives for India’s independence. The day is marked by tributes at Raj Ghat, a two-minute silence, and reflections on the values of freedom and patriotism.
