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Maharashtra Minister Raises Objection Over Dance Scene In Film 'Chhava'
Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant said that the upcoming period drama 'Chhaava' should be shown to "historians and scholars" and if they raise objections then "we will not let it be released."
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One Nation One Subscription: Nearly 18 Million To Get Access To Scholarly Research Articles From Today
The students will get access to at least 30 high-end academic journals published globally through a simple, user-friendly and fully digital process.
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"Take Great Pride In Being A Sikh": What Manmohan Singh Told NDTV
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh - a soft-spoken and erudite scholar, perhaps best known as the architect of the 1991 reforms that led India into an era of liberalisation and growth - wore many hats, including that of a Sikh.
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Why Salman Rushdie Is Trending And The Controversy Behind The 36-Year Ban Of The Satanic Verses
The novel was banned in 1988 for content deemed offensive to Islam, and its publication led to global unrest, including violent attacks and a fatwa against Rushdie.
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The Star of Bethlehem: Astronomical and Religious Mystery Explained
The Star of Bethlehem has sparked various theories, from astronomical events like planetary conjunctions to astrological signs. Experts, including Professor Grant Mathews and David Weintraub, have explored possibilities ranging from comets and novas to celestial alignments that guided the Magi to Jesus. Despite advances in understanding, the true n...
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"I Was A Terrible Student": Author Haruki Murakami To Alma Mater As He Collects Honorary Degree
Publicity-shy Japanese author Haruki Murakami told his alma mater Tuesday that he was far from being a model scholar, as he collected an honorary degree in a rare public appearance.
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India’s Landmark Deal with Publishers Secures Free Access to 13,000 Journals: Report
India has finalised a $715 million agreement to provide free access to 13,000 scientific journals through its One Nation One Subscription scheme. The three-year deal, involving 30 global publishers, will benefit 18 million students and researchers across 6300 government-funded institutions. The initiative addresses limited access to journals, espec...
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2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
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What Is One Nation One Subscription Central Scheme
The Department of Higher Education will have a unified portal 'One Nation One Subscription' through which the institutions will access the journals.
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Sana Khan, Husband Anas Saiyad Announce Second Pregnancy: "A Little Blessing Is On The Way"
Sana Khan is married to a Muslim scholar and businessman, Anas Saiyad
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Ancient 2,600-Year-Old Inscription in Turkey Finally Decoded: Here's What it Means?
An ancient inscription from Turkey, dating back 2,600 years, has been deciphered, revealing the name of the Phrygian goddess Materan. The inscription, located at the Arslan Kaya monument, depicts the goddess, referred to as the "Mother of the Gods." The monument, heavily damaged over time, had puzzled scholars for centuries. With the recent breakth...
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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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"Towering Scholar": PM Modi Condoles Economist Bibek Debroy's Death
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the death of Bibek Debroy, the chairman of his economic advisory council and top economist.
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Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences Launches to Boost Regional Research and Support Young Scientists
On 23 October 2024, Samoa will host the launch of the Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences, aimed at elevating Pacific researchers' voices in global discussions. This initiative seeks to address regional challenges like climate change while supporting young scientists. Prominent scholars, including Collin Tukuitonga from Niue and Salote Nasalo from ...
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Vikings' Quest for North American Colonies: Key Reasons for Their Retreat
Around A.D. 1000, Vikings explored North America, setting up a temporary outpost. However, they did not establish colonies due to conflicts with Indigenous peoples and harsh environmental conditions. Scholars suggest the Norse focused more on their Greenland colony than on permanent settlements. Geographic challenges and a lack of strong interest i...
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Maharashtra Minister Raises Objection Over Dance Scene In Film 'Chhava'
Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant said that the upcoming period drama 'Chhaava' should be shown to "historians and scholars" and if they raise objections then "we will not let it be released."
-
One Nation One Subscription: Nearly 18 Million To Get Access To Scholarly Research Articles From Today
The students will get access to at least 30 high-end academic journals published globally through a simple, user-friendly and fully digital process.
-
"Take Great Pride In Being A Sikh": What Manmohan Singh Told NDTV
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh - a soft-spoken and erudite scholar, perhaps best known as the architect of the 1991 reforms that led India into an era of liberalisation and growth - wore many hats, including that of a Sikh.
-
Why Salman Rushdie Is Trending And The Controversy Behind The 36-Year Ban Of The Satanic Verses
The novel was banned in 1988 for content deemed offensive to Islam, and its publication led to global unrest, including violent attacks and a fatwa against Rushdie.
-
The Star of Bethlehem: Astronomical and Religious Mystery Explained
The Star of Bethlehem has sparked various theories, from astronomical events like planetary conjunctions to astrological signs. Experts, including Professor Grant Mathews and David Weintraub, have explored possibilities ranging from comets and novas to celestial alignments that guided the Magi to Jesus. Despite advances in understanding, the true n...
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"I Was A Terrible Student": Author Haruki Murakami To Alma Mater As He Collects Honorary Degree
Publicity-shy Japanese author Haruki Murakami told his alma mater Tuesday that he was far from being a model scholar, as he collected an honorary degree in a rare public appearance.
-
India’s Landmark Deal with Publishers Secures Free Access to 13,000 Journals: Report
India has finalised a $715 million agreement to provide free access to 13,000 scientific journals through its One Nation One Subscription scheme. The three-year deal, involving 30 global publishers, will benefit 18 million students and researchers across 6300 government-funded institutions. The initiative addresses limited access to journals, espec...
-
2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
-
What Is One Nation One Subscription Central Scheme
The Department of Higher Education will have a unified portal 'One Nation One Subscription' through which the institutions will access the journals.
-
Sana Khan, Husband Anas Saiyad Announce Second Pregnancy: "A Little Blessing Is On The Way"
Sana Khan is married to a Muslim scholar and businessman, Anas Saiyad
-
Ancient 2,600-Year-Old Inscription in Turkey Finally Decoded: Here's What it Means?
An ancient inscription from Turkey, dating back 2,600 years, has been deciphered, revealing the name of the Phrygian goddess Materan. The inscription, located at the Arslan Kaya monument, depicts the goddess, referred to as the "Mother of the Gods." The monument, heavily damaged over time, had puzzled scholars for centuries. With the recent breakth...
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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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"Towering Scholar": PM Modi Condoles Economist Bibek Debroy's Death
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the death of Bibek Debroy, the chairman of his economic advisory council and top economist.
-
Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences Launches to Boost Regional Research and Support Young Scientists
On 23 October 2024, Samoa will host the launch of the Pacific Islands Academy of Sciences, aimed at elevating Pacific researchers' voices in global discussions. This initiative seeks to address regional challenges like climate change while supporting young scientists. Prominent scholars, including Collin Tukuitonga from Niue and Salote Nasalo from ...
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Vikings' Quest for North American Colonies: Key Reasons for Their Retreat
Around A.D. 1000, Vikings explored North America, setting up a temporary outpost. However, they did not establish colonies due to conflicts with Indigenous peoples and harsh environmental conditions. Scholars suggest the Norse focused more on their Greenland colony than on permanent settlements. Geographic challenges and a lack of strong interest i...
