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11 Best Weekend Getaways Within 200kms from Bengaluru

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68th National Film Awards - Full list of winners - 2022

68th National Film Awards ceremony organised in Vigyan Bhavan, Delhi. President Draupadi Murmu handed over the prizes. Suriya and Ajay Devgn shared the Best Actor Awards for Soorarai Pottru and Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, respectively. Aparna Balamurali won Best Actress for Soorarai Pottru. Soorarai Pottru also won Best Screenplay and Best Background Score and Best Feature Film. Best Supporting Actress: Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli for Sivaranjaniyum Innum Sila Pengalum Here's the full list of winners: FEATURE FILMS: Best Feature Film: Soorarai Pottru Best Direction: Sachy, Ayyappanum Koshiyum Best Actress: Aparna Balamurali, Soorarai Pottru Best Actor: Suriya, Soorarai Pottru and Ajay Devgn for Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior Best Supporting Actress: Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli, Sivaranjaniyum Innum Sila Pengalum Best Supporting Actor: Biju Menon, AK Ayyappanum Koshiyum Best Telugu Film: Colour Photo Best Tamil Film: Sivaranjaniyum Innum Sila Pengallum Best Malayalam Film: Thinkalazh
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Timeline of RTI - Right To Information Act

 Timeline of Right To Information Act 2005 - Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, 2002 passed. Thereafter, Bill for the Right To Information Act(RTI Act), 2005 was passed and became fully operational on October 12, 2005. 1997 - Tamil Nadu became the first Indian state to pass the RTI law 1997. 1996 - National Campaign for People’s RTI – Formed in 1996; a formulated initial draft of RTI law for the Government. 1994 - First grassroots campaign for the introduction of RTI started by Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan (MKSS) in 1994 1988 - In Mr Kulwal v. Jaipur Municipal Corporation (AIR 1988 Raj 2, 1987), the Hon’ble Supreme Court held that Freedom of Speech and Expression u/Article 19 of the Constitution clearly implies the Right to Information.  1982 - In S.P Gupta v. Union of India (AIR 1982 SC 149), the Hon’ble  Supreme Court categorically held that the freedom of speech and expression includes within its scope right to information.  1975 - First time the right to information of citizens ab
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Hurun India Rich List 2022

As per IIFL Wealth Hurun India Rich List 2022, here are the top 5 richest billionaires in India Gautam Adani and family - ₹10. 9 lakh crore Mukesh Ambani - ₹7. 9 lakh crore Cyrus Poonawalla - ₹2.05 lakh crore Shiv Nadar and family -  ₹1.85 lakh crore Radhakishan Damani & family - ₹1.75 lakh crore Top 10 richest self-made Indians aged 40 & under Nikhil Kamath - Zerodha - ₹17,500  Bhavish Aggarwal - Ola Electric - ₹11,700 Crore Divyank Turakhia - Investments - ₹11,200 Crore Nakul Aggarwal - BrowserStack - ₹9900 Crore Ritesh Arora - BrowserStack - ₹9900 Crore Binny Bansal - Flipkart - ₹8100 Crore Ritesh Agarwal - OYO - ₹6300 Crore Harshil Mathur - Razorpay - ₹5500 Crore Shashank Kumar - Razorpay - ₹5500 Crore Neha Narkhede & family - Confluent - ₹4700 Crore Richest self-made Indian woman Falguni Nayar - beauty and wellness e-commerce platform Nykaa Kiran Mazumdar Shaw - Biotech chief Youngest self-made woman entrepreneur in India Neha Narkhede (37 years) Youngest self-made and
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Rabindra Pal aka Dara Singh convicted of killing Graham Staines and his minor sons

Rabindra Kumar Pal aka Dara Singh is a Bajrang Dal member and was also a Bhartiya Janta Party member. He is currently serving life imprisonment for torching an Australian missionary Graham Staines and his two minor sons (Timothy & Philip) 7 and 9 years of age on the night of January 22, 1999, when they were sleeping in a station wagon. Rabindra Kumar Pal is convicted of multiple horrendous crimes, he is also convicted of killing a Muslim trader Sheikh Rehman of Padiabeda village in the Thakurmunda block of the district. The same year, he and three others were sentenced to life for murdering 35-year-old Catholic priest Father Arul Doss in September 1999, at Jamubani village of Mayurbhanj district. In 2003, a trial court in Khurda district awarded Singh the death sentence and life to 12 others for burning alive Staines and his two sons in Manoharpur village of Keonjhar district. Now some so-called hindutvavaadis including Sudarshan TV news anchor Suresh Chavhanke trending hashtags on
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Importance of education in India

Based on the "Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development" (OECD) data, Canada is the most educated country globally, with 56.71% of adults meeting the OECD criteria.  The top 10 Most Educated Countries in the World in 2022 are: Canada Russia Japan Luxembourg South Korea Israel United States Ireland United Kingdom Australia While by the year 1820 only 12% of the population was able to read and write, this data now have almost reversed and by 2016 around 86% of the world's population is literate, who can read and write(15 years and above).  For the last 65 years, the literacy rate of the world population has increased at the rate of 4% for every 5 years. By 1942 we had only 42% literate while by 2016 we have 86% literate population in the world. While Uzbekistan is the country with the highest literacy rate as of 2018, with over 99.99% of its population able to read and write. Males ages 15 and above are reported to have a 100% literacy rate, while adult females
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Interesting facts about Petrol in India

While Petrol is being sold in India at around  ₹115/ltr (September 2022), you will be amazed to know that Venezuela selling it at just ₹1.75/ltr, while Hongkong selling it at ~237/ltr. India imports a litre of petrol at ₹47, to which the central govt adds 58% excise tax, while states add another 30% VAT and finally freight and commission charges contribute another 8% to it. India imports about 85% of its Petrol consumption from countries like Iran, Venezuela and other OPEC countries.
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Discover Oia - Asia's Largest Pub and Restaurant in Bangalore!

Oia, the largest pub cum restaurant in Asia, has recently opened its doors in Bangalore. This new venue is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a great night out in the city. Here's a closer look at what Oia has to offer. Location and how to reach: Oia is on the Hennur Main Road, New Airport Rd, opposite Mantri Webcity, Visthar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560077 in Bangalore. Oia is easily accessible by car or public transport, and there's ample parking available nearby. You can also take a cab or book a ride through ride-hailing services like Uber or Ola. Sharing the Google Map location here: Oia Bangalore Menu options: Oia offers a menu that is sure to satisfy all cravings. They serve a variety of cuisines, including Indian, Asian, and European dishes. Some of their must-try dishes include the Mezze Platter, Butter Garlic Prawns, and the Cheese Fondue. They also have an impressive selection of drinks, including a wide range of beers, wines, cocktails, and mocktails. Oia
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Know all about board game Ludo

Pachisi, Chausar, Chopad or popularly known as Ludo is an ancient Indian game, which per some historians Mughal Emperor Akbar was addicted to and used to play with real people instead of plastic buttons or plastic statue miniatures, the game has now become a strategy game and are taught at business schools. On August 29, 1891, Alfred Collier had applied for a patent in England, claiming that a board game, which he named Royal Ludo, was his invention. Since then the game became popular worldwide by the name we know today. Later on, the British Royal Navy converted it into a board game called ‘Uckers’. According to some historians this board game of Ludo or pachisi originates in India as far back as 3300 BC. The exact origins of this legendary game though seems uncertain, but some earliest proofs of this game comes from the historic Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, where the board game was depicted in the form illustrations on the wall. This seems to suggest that Ludo was an Indian creation.
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Tourist destination near Belpahar, Jharsuguda - Ullapgarh

Ullapgarh which is situated around 7km from Belpahar Railway station is one of the major tourist destination in the Belpahar Municipality. Ullapgarh is a hillock which also has few caves in it. According to local tales, Ullapgarh was named after the princess (Ullupi) of Nagakanya Kingdom or Nagavansha tribe.  Mythological connection of Ullapgarh It is believed that during Dwapar Yuga when Pandavas (5 brothers who had also fought the great war of Mahabharata) went to 'Agyaatvaas' (staying in disguise) had a brief stay out of their total 12 years of 'Agyaatvaas' here in some caves of this hillock. It is also believed that the Arjun one of the greatest archer of pandava brothers married to Ullupi here. Veer Surendrasai connection with Ullapgarh According to locals, Veer Surendra Sai who was a freedom fighter and had fought for the freedom struggle against britishers also came here to hid when Britishers were chasing him. Ullapgarh is a beautiful hillock surrounded by mount
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Know about Saravanan Arul, owner of Saravana Selvarathinam Stores in India

Saravanan Arul is the owner of Saravana Selvarathinam Stores in India. He is the son of late business mogul Selvarathinam who was the founder of the Saravana Selvarathinam Stores and part of the largest family-run business retail chain in India. Saravanan Arul Saravanan Arul who controls different shops of Saravana Stores is now all set to make his entry into Tamil film industry, not as a producer but as an actor, infact as a hero. Saravana Arul who uses "Selvarathinam" logo for the stores under his control has appeared in several advertisements of his own shops. Saravanan Arul's Kollywood entry is almost confirmed and he is reportedly impressed by the story narrated by director duo, JD – Jerry (Joseph D Sami and Gerald) of Whistle and Ullaasam fame. The film will co-star Geethika Tiwary as the female lead, alongside Prabhu, Vivekh, Vijayakumar, Nasser, Thambi Ramiah, Kaali Venkat, Mayilsamy, Latha, Kovai Sarala and Devi Mahesh. The makers of the movie have set
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Know about Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati

Swamiji was born in a village named Brahmanpur in Pratapgadh district of Uttar Pradesh. During the last some years, he is living with Swami Swarupanand Saraswatiji Maharaj who is Shankaracharya of Jyotish pith in math. He is performing his duties towards math along with doing his study. Swamiji has started doing Sadhana since he is of 5 years of age. He has acquired knowledge of many Holy books till date and he is the editor of one monthly magazine named Shri Mata. The goal of his life is nothing but to obey orders of holy Guru. He is constantly working towards making river Ganga free from pollution and to stop conversion of religion with the help of inspiration from holy Maharaj. Till date, he had liberated lakhs of people by helping them to enter Hindu Religion again. Since last 4 years, Sanatan Sanstha has his blessings for its religious work. When the heir of Shankaracharya of Jyotish pith: Swami Swarupanand Saraswatiji maharaja Who is Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati starte
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Gurubeda: A Scenic Picnic Spot in Odisha

If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature and relax with your family and friends, Gurubeda is a perfect choice. Gurubeda is a picnic spot located on the bank of river Baitarani, near Joda town in the Keonjhar district of Odisha. It is surrounded by dense forest on both sides, offering a serene and picturesque view. Gurubeda attracts tourists throughout the year, especially in winter, when the weather is pleasant and the river is calm. Gurubeda - A beautiful Picnic Spot in the district of Keonjhar Gurubeda is a beautiful picnic spot located approximately 15 kilometres from the city of Keonjhar. This scenic location is known for its lush greenery, tranquil atmosphere, and stunning natural beauty. To get to Gurubeda, you'll need to take a short hike through the forest. Along the way, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Once you arrive, you can relax and enjoy a peaceful picnic with your friends and family. One of the highlights of Gur
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Why Major Dhyan Chand should be given Bharat Ratna instead of Sachin Tendulkar first

Now as the govt. has freed any restriction to Bharat Ratna categories and now person from all field are eligible to get Bharat Ratna award, the debate now starts again on who should be given Bharat Ratna first? To this list, some of the names that are coming are Dhyan Chand former Indian Hockey player used to play for Indian Army team before the freedom of 1947. Major Dhyan Chand is credited for taking the Gold medal in three consecutive Olympic games that is 1928 in Amsterdam, 1932 in Los Angeles and 1936 in Berlin Germany. Major Dhyan Chand is also the recipient of Padma Bhushan in the year 1956 while he was of age 51. The same year he was promoted to the major post in Army through Punjab regiment. To Dhyan Chand's memory, his birthday 29th August is being observed as the national sports day in India. On this day National sports day different awards like Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, Arjuna Award and Dronacharya award are given to the players who show exceptional sports in
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