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Know the secrets and legends of Kamakhya Temple
India | Oct 05, 2013, 02:49 PM ISTNew Delhi: The Kamakhya Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the mother Goddess Kamakhya, one of the oldest shakti peeths. This temple is bestowed with its own set of myths and mysteries. The aesthetic
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Know all about potency test: How it brought Asaram, Narayan Sai, Tejpal behind bars
India | Dec 08, 2013, 06:31 AM ISTJaipur: Normally in sexual assault cases involving senior citizens, lawyer for the accused tell the courts that the person is incapable of performing a sex act. In such cases, police conduct a potency test, the
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Know Jack Hobbs: Batsman who scored maximum runs in domestic cricket
Cricket | Aug 17, 2013, 07:06 AM ISTNew Delhi: Those who do not follow cricket, heard this name the first time while watching the Oscar-winning feature film “Slumdog Millionaire”. In the film during a quiz show, a question was asked who has
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10 royal baby traditions to know
World | Jul 23, 2013, 12:41 PM ISTLondon: Prince William and Kate are seen as the new face of a centuries-old institution, keeping the best of traditions while moving forward with the times. Here are 10 things to know about the royal
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Know Najeeb Jung, the new Delhi Lt Governor
India | May 18, 2014, 07:26 AM ISTNew Delhi, July 2: Najeeb Jung, who has been named the Lieutenant-Governor of Delhi, is an Indian Administrative Service officer who was planning for his retirement when he was named the vice-chancellor of Jamia Millia
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Know the 10 most expensive yachts in the world
World | May 15, 2013, 07:22 AM ISTNew Delhi: For every sailing enthusiast, nothing can compare with cruising the waters with your very own private yacht. While most people can only fantasize about possessing such a wonderful vessel, there are a few
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Know about Trishund Ganapati Temple, where three trunk Ganesha resides
India | Aug 29, 2014, 12:07 PM ISTNew Delhi: As the name suggests “Trishund” actually means three trunks. Amidst of narrow lanes of Somvar Peth area of Pune lies a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh. It was constructed by Bhimjigiri Gosavi. This
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Know what the Coalgate scandal is
India | Apr 26, 2013, 01:20 PM ISTNew Delhi: The Coalgate Scandal, also known as the Coal Mining Scandal, was one in which the Government of India allegedly allocated 142 national coal blocks arbitrarily to state-run and private companies from the period
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Know who is Davinderpal Singh Bhullar
India | Mar 31, 2014, 12:31 PM ISTNew Delhi: Davinderpal Singh Bhullar, presently awaiting the deathman's noose is in a mental asylum in Delhi.Bhullar is said to be an ideologue of Khalistan Liberation Force, and was held guilty by the courts for
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Know more about Farhan Akhtar
Bollywood | Jan 09, 2013, 08:34 AM ISTAn actor-singer-director Farhan Akhtar has completed 39 years of his life on January 9 and with his most awaited flick of the year ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', this universal talent seems to win the race and
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10 facts to know about Haj, a religious duty performed by Muslims
World | Oct 25, 2012, 05:10 PM ISTNew Delhi, Oct 25: Haj in Arabic means "pilgrimage". It is one of the largest pilgrimages in the world, and is the fifth pillar of Islam, a religious duty that must be carried out at
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Know the history behind Indian Grand Prix
Other Sports | Oct 22, 2012, 06:58 PM ISTNew Delhi, Oct 18: As the excitement builds up for the second edition of The Indian Grand Prix, let's have a look at the history behind the F1 race that came to India last year.
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10 facts you should know about India's pride 'BrahMos'
India | Nov 18, 2013, 07:00 AM ISTNew Delhi: BrahMos is a stealth supersonic cruise missile that can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft or land. It is a joint venture between Republic of India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and
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I know how to handle pressure, says Vishnu
Tennis | Jun 21, 2012, 06:37 PM ISTNew Delhi, Jun 21: Vishnu Vardhan may have stepped into the big boots of Mahesh Bhupathi but the youngster said he is under no pressure and that the experience of playing alongside Sania Mirza in