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Indians who won Nobel Prize

Abhijit Banerjee has joined the prestigious list of Indians who made their country proud by winning the Nobel Prize. Rabindranath Tagore was the first Indian to win the coveted prize for Literature in 1913.  C V Raman won the prize for Physics in 1930 “for his work on the scattering of light and for the […]
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Listings: Have a fun-filled week

What: Children’s Adventure CampWhen: Saturday, October 19th to Monday October 21st 2019 | 3PMWhere: Life Away From Life, Prabhat Centre Annexe, CBD Belapur, Navi MumbaiBy: Life Away From LifeFor: 8-14 age groupCost: Rs 6500 per personDetailed Info:http://www.lifeawayfromlife.com/wordpress/tours/childrens-adventure-camp/ What: Mumbai Mein Parathe Wali GalliWhen: Saturday, 19th October 2019 | 4PM-11-PMWhere: Bandra West, MumbaiBy: The Bhukkad FleaFor: […]
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In pics: First floating nuclear plant in Russia

Akademik Lomonosov is Russia’s first floating nuclear power plant, complete with two loaded nuclear reactors. It reached the port of Pevek, an Arctic town across from Alaska, on September 14. From there, it will start generating enough electricity for an estimated 100,000 homes. The plant could spur other nations to acquire floating nuclear power plants […]
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Listings: Have a fun-filled week

What: Private Sea Sailing At Gateway Of IndiaWhen: Sunday, 13th October 2019 | Different time slotsWhere: Gateway Of India, Colaba, MumbaiBy: Adventure Geek Explore The UnexploredFor: Kids and family friendlyCost: Sail Boat (2- 4 person) Rs 4000 | Yacht (2-6 person) Rs 8000Detailed Info:https://www.eventshigh.com/detail/mumbai/7747ea1cc1da31e16b7ed15c5c320825-private-sea-sailing-at-gateway?src=ecbox What: Halloween Pop Up; The Hunted LaboratoryWhen: Sunday, 20th October 2019 […]
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African masks

Did you watch the movie, “The Mask” that I suggested last week? It’s a fun movie, isn’t it? So maybe now I can tell you more about masks and their origin. Many countries have different styles of masks that has been used for various purposes. Today I’d like to tell you about African masks. Many […]
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Explained: Trump impeachment inquiry

US president Donald Trump is in the news again. This time for his impeachment inquiry. No one is above law On September 24, this year, Nancy Pelosi, the Speaker of the US House of Representatives, launched a formal impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. An “impeachment inquiry” is an investigation to find out whether there […]
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Why is Iraq angry?

Iraq has been rocked by protests and riots. This West Asian country, rich in oil, has been torn by multiple wars and infighting.  Thousands of people have been demonstrating in different parts of the country against corruption, unemployment and poor public services. Security forces use water cannon, tear gas, live rounds and rubber bullets to […]
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Ayodhya issue: Ram Janmabhoomi and Babri Masjid dispute

The Supreme Court of India has announced that it would wrap up all the hearings related to Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute by October 17 this year. Does this mean the resolve is near? It’s still not sure. But before someone asks you about the issue, here’s more about it so you answer them with confidence. […]
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And the Nobel Prize winners are…

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has announced the Nobel Prizes for this year.  Peace Prize Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed won the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in ending the 20-year war between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Ethiopia and Eritrea, long-time foes who fought a border war from 1998 to 2000, restored relations in […]
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Watch: Dreaming and changing colours

We all know that octopuses often change their skin colour and texture to avoid predators or to catch unsuspecting prey. Now, for the first time, a researcher has captured a spell-binding video of a cephalopod called Heidi rapidly changing into a multitude of colors while sleeping. The footage, part of Octopus: Making Contact, a documentary […]