Dhyan Chand, born on 28th August 1905 in Prayag, Uttar Pradesh, belonged to a Rajput family. His childhood and much of his life were spent in Jhansi. Joining the Indian Army at just 16, Dhyan Chand’s hockey talent was nurtured by Subedar Major Tiwari of his regiment. His prowess on the hockey field was evident […]
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Children’s Day in India, celebrated on 14th November, holds special significance as it marks the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, affectionately known as Chacha Nehru, who had a deep love for children. This day serves as a reminder of Nehru’s affection for children and also highlights the urgent needs of the millions of children in […]
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Islam, like other religions, recognizes the importance of time division and has its own calendar. Observing time punctually is emphasized, and deliberate violation of it is considered a minor sin. The beginning of a calendar often coincides with a significant event, and in Islam, the adoption of 622 A.D. as the start of the Hijri […]
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Bustards, belonging to the family Otididae, are striking, terrestrial birds found in open landscapes. Once abundant across various parts of Europe and beyond, their populations have dwindled significantly over the years. Today, they are only found in small numbers in certain regions of Africa, Europe, Australia, and India. The decline of bustards has raised alarm […]
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Jayaprakash Narayan, born on October 11, 1902, in Sitabdiara village, Bihar, embarked on a remarkable journey that intertwined with India’s struggle for independence and its post-independence political landscape. His early education took place at home, followed by higher education in Patna, which he left in 1921 to join Mahatma Gandhi’s call for non-cooperation. In pursuit […]
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The Dandi March, led by Mahatma Gandhi, stands as one of the most iconic and pivotal events in India’s struggle for independence. Initiated against the backdrop of the Indian National Congress’s declaration of Purna Swaraj (total independence) in December 1929, the march symbolized a powerful act of civil disobedience against the oppressive salt laws imposed […]
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Raja Annamalai Chettiar, born on September 30, 1881, in Kanadukattam, Tamil Nadu, hailed from a family of wealth and influence, with his father, S.R.M.M. Muthiah Chettiar, being a prominent banker. After completing his schooling, he entered the family business and expanded his horizons through travels to Southeast Asia and England. Upon his return, he became […]
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The Scottish Church College, along with the Collegiate School, marks its 150th year of foundation this year, boasting a rich heritage. Originally known as the General Assembly’s Institution, it was established on July 13, 1830, by Alexander Duff, the first overseas missionary of the Church of Scotland to India. Dr. Duff, along with Raja Ram […]
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Admiral of the Fleet Earl Mountbatten of Burma, born Louis Mountbatten on June 25, 1900, at Frogmore House, Windsor, England, hailed from an aristocratic family with close ties to European royal households. After completing his education at Osborn and Dartmouth Colleges, he joined the Royal Navy, where he distinguished himself during the First World War, […]
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Born on August 27, 1910, to Albanian parents in Skopje, Yugoslavia, Mother Teresa was baptized Agnes. Even from a young age, she harbored a strong desire to “go out and give the love of Christ.” At the age of 18, inspired by the work of the Irish Order in Bengal, she came to India on […]
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