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Opinion | How India's 'Other' Ram Setu, Pamban Bridge, Might Never Have Existed
Given the kind of speeches that these colonial dignitaries delivered and the sort of media coverage that the event garnered in India, Britain, and America, the British imperial administration seemed to pride itself on having virtually authored a new
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Colonialism Turned Tigers To Trophies. How India Relocated Humans To Save Them
British colonialism turned Indias tigers into trophies. Between 1860 and 1950, more than 65,000 were shot for their skins. The fortunes of the Bengal tiger, one of Earths biggest species of big cat, did not markedly improve post-independence.
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5 Points About Archibald Blair, After Whom Port Blair Was Named
Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, was originally named after Captain Archibald Blair, a British colonial naval officer.
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Hong Kong Pro-Democracy News Outlet, Editors Found Guilty Of Sedition
Hong Kong pro-democracy news outlet Stand News and its two former chief editors were found guilty of sedition on Thursday, the first conviction of its kind since the city came under Chinese rule in 1997.
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Why Is National Flag Hoisted On Independence And Unfurled On Republic Day
Every year on 15th August, India celebrates Independence Day. It is a national holiday that marks India's independence from the British colonial rulers.
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Norman Pritchard: The Doubts Behind India's First Two Olympic Medals
India-born athlete Norman Pritchard won two Olympic medals at a time of British colonialism in the country, thus creating a doubt over the legitimacy of India's first two Olympic medals.
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Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Renaming Of 8 Mumbai Railway Stations
Maharashtra Cabinet on Wednesday decided to rename eight Mumbai railway stations that bear names dating back to the British colonial era.
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US Museum Returns Ghana's First Batch Of Looted Gold Regalia
A U.S. museum has returned a batch of royal regalia to Ghana that was looted by British colonial soldiers 150 years ago, marking the first major return of stolen artefacts to the West African nation.
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King Charles Expresses "Deepest Regret" Over Colonial Wrongdoings In Kenya
King Charles III said Tuesday there could be "no excuse" for British colonial atrocities against Kenyans as he visited the country, but did not offer the apology demanded by some in the East African nation.
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"In The History Of Our Country...": Virat Kohli Reminds Once Again Why Independence Day Is Extra Special For All Indians
Independence Day 2023: India celebrated Independence day with much fervour on Tuesday. On this day in 1947, India gained independence from British colonial rule.
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French President Macron Warns Against "New Imperialism" In Pacific
French President Emmanuel Macron denounced "new imperialism" in the Pacific during a landmark visit to the region on Thursday, warning of a threat to the sovereignty of smaller states.
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Opinion: India's Perplexing Allegiance To The Commonwealth
The need to break free of the shackles of colonial legacy is an essential step for former colonies to assert their independence.
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A Royal Stay And Delectable Culinary Journey Amid Mussoorie's Colonial Charm At The Claridges Nabha Residence
The Claridges Nabha Residence exuded the charm and grandeur of the British era yet provided all the modern facilities.
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Antarctica's Newest Emperor Penguin Colony Discovered From Space
Satellite photographs of one of the most remote and inaccessible parts of Antarctica have revealed a recently discovered emperor penguin colony.
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Man Shares His Grandfather's British Indian Passport From 1931, Internet Stunned
The passport belonged to Panjab Rai (as specified by the user) and was valid in Kenya Colony and India itself.
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Opinion | How India's 'Other' Ram Setu, Pamban Bridge, Might Never Have Existed
Given the kind of speeches that these colonial dignitaries delivered and the sort of media coverage that the event garnered in India, Britain, and America, the British imperial administration seemed to pride itself on having virtually authored a new
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Colonialism Turned Tigers To Trophies. How India Relocated Humans To Save Them
British colonialism turned Indias tigers into trophies. Between 1860 and 1950, more than 65,000 were shot for their skins. The fortunes of the Bengal tiger, one of Earths biggest species of big cat, did not markedly improve post-independence.
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5 Points About Archibald Blair, After Whom Port Blair Was Named
Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, was originally named after Captain Archibald Blair, a British colonial naval officer.
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Hong Kong Pro-Democracy News Outlet, Editors Found Guilty Of Sedition
Hong Kong pro-democracy news outlet Stand News and its two former chief editors were found guilty of sedition on Thursday, the first conviction of its kind since the city came under Chinese rule in 1997.
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Why Is National Flag Hoisted On Independence And Unfurled On Republic Day
Every year on 15th August, India celebrates Independence Day. It is a national holiday that marks India's independence from the British colonial rulers.
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Norman Pritchard: The Doubts Behind India's First Two Olympic Medals
India-born athlete Norman Pritchard won two Olympic medals at a time of British colonialism in the country, thus creating a doubt over the legitimacy of India's first two Olympic medals.
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Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Renaming Of 8 Mumbai Railway Stations
Maharashtra Cabinet on Wednesday decided to rename eight Mumbai railway stations that bear names dating back to the British colonial era.
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US Museum Returns Ghana's First Batch Of Looted Gold Regalia
A U.S. museum has returned a batch of royal regalia to Ghana that was looted by British colonial soldiers 150 years ago, marking the first major return of stolen artefacts to the West African nation.
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King Charles Expresses "Deepest Regret" Over Colonial Wrongdoings In Kenya
King Charles III said Tuesday there could be "no excuse" for British colonial atrocities against Kenyans as he visited the country, but did not offer the apology demanded by some in the East African nation.
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"In The History Of Our Country...": Virat Kohli Reminds Once Again Why Independence Day Is Extra Special For All Indians
Independence Day 2023: India celebrated Independence day with much fervour on Tuesday. On this day in 1947, India gained independence from British colonial rule.
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French President Macron Warns Against "New Imperialism" In Pacific
French President Emmanuel Macron denounced "new imperialism" in the Pacific during a landmark visit to the region on Thursday, warning of a threat to the sovereignty of smaller states.
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Opinion: India's Perplexing Allegiance To The Commonwealth
The need to break free of the shackles of colonial legacy is an essential step for former colonies to assert their independence.
-
A Royal Stay And Delectable Culinary Journey Amid Mussoorie's Colonial Charm At The Claridges Nabha Residence
The Claridges Nabha Residence exuded the charm and grandeur of the British era yet provided all the modern facilities.
-
Antarctica's Newest Emperor Penguin Colony Discovered From Space
Satellite photographs of one of the most remote and inaccessible parts of Antarctica have revealed a recently discovered emperor penguin colony.
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Man Shares His Grandfather's British Indian Passport From 1931, Internet Stunned
The passport belonged to Panjab Rai (as specified by the user) and was valid in Kenya Colony and India itself.
