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Mother Teresa, whose birth name was Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu (born on August 26, 1910, in Skopje, in North Macedonia) known today for her dedication to the poor and sick. Due to her work, she gained the title of Mother Teresa, in Times Magazine, and her efforts in fighting poverty would later earn her the Nobel … Read more

Khudiram Bose is one of the youngest martyrs in the fight for India’s freedom and is a true icon of valour and sacrifice. Khudiram was born on the 3rd of December 1889 in a small village called Habiganj, located in Bengal. Although Khudiram was only 18 when the British executed him, his impact on the … Read more

In the 19th century, Savitri Bai Phule was an inspirational Indian social reformer, poet and educator. Savitribai Phule is widely seen as the first female teacher in India. Even today, she is celebrated for her efforts towards women’s education and Indian society as a whole. She was born in Naigaon, Maharashtra on January 3, 1831, … Read more

Dr Rajendra Prasad, known as the first President of India, was highly regarded as a statesman, a prominent figure in the freedom movement, and a crucial figure in the Indian independence movement. His efforts and lifetime contributions greatly transformed the era India had once witnessed. Dr Rajendra Prasad Childhood Life and Education  Dr Rajendra Prasad … Read more

Remember Rani Lakshmi Bai as a warrior queen of Jhansi. She Mawnee was one of the revolutionary leaders in the first mutiny against British rule in 1857. She stood up against British rule and fought to the death for her country’s freedom. She was born Manikarnika Tambe on the 19th of November, 1828, in Varanasi. … Read more

Rabindranath Tagore was known as an intriguing polymath who reshaped the course of Indian history, a poet, philosopher, musician and social reformer. He was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize which made a great impact on history. He won the prize for a collection of poems entitled “Gitanjali”. He was known to have … Read more

Born on 12 January 1863 in Kolkata, India, as Narendranath Datta, he later became known as Swami Vivekananda, a spiritual leader who made Indian culture and spirituality known across the globe. His life journey bears witness to the ideals of self-discovery, mental supremacy, and continuous endeavour for the well-being of humanity. Early Life and Education … Read more

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the ‘Missile Man of India’, is recognised as a scientist, educator, and one of the greatest leaders that India has ever produced. Born in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu on 15th October 1931, not only was Dr Kalam one of the most respected scientists, but he also served as the … Read more

Holi: The Festival of Colours and Joy “Let us bring into our lives some more colours is all it about.”, for Holi Celebrants, paint themselves with hues of compassion, enthusiasm and happiness. Although Holi plays an integral part in Hindu society, it is not only dominated by these communities but also expands into the boundaries … Read more

Makar Sankranti is the festival that marks the sun’s entrance into Makara Rasi and it is thus celebrated throughout India for its agricultural importance and cultural uniqueness in enabling people to practice dharma and increasing their spiritual connectivity with people around them. January 14 and 15 are the specific dates of this festival which means … Read more