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Chandrayaan 2
On Chandrayaan 2 launch date, know what actually went wrong with ISRO’s previous lunar mission

ISRO's lunar mission Chandrayaan 2 launched on July 22, 2019, failed due to a last-minute technical glitch.

  • Saturday, 22 July 2023
National Flag Day 2023
National Flag Adoption Day: What made Indians opt for Tricolour on its flag?

The current national flag of India came into existence on June 22, 1947, and hence the day is celebrated as National Flag Day.

  • Saturday, 22 July 2023
National Mango Day: World’s costliest mango sold at Rs 2.70 lakh per kg; farmer hires 3 guards, 6 do
National Mango Day: World’s costliest mango sold at Rs 2.70 lakh per kg; farmer hires 3 guards, 6 dogs for security

On average, one mango weighs around 350 grams and is very rich in antioxidants, beta-carotene and folic acid.

  • Saturday, 22 July 2023
Happy Parents' Day
National Parents’ Day: 5 commitments you can make to your parents on this special day

Every year National Parents’ Day is celebrated in India on July 23. Here are a few commitments to make on this special day.

  • Saturday, 22 July 2023
Captain Kalia, Kargil Vijay Diwas, Lt Keishing Clifford Nongrum
Kargil Diwas 2023: 7 Heroes of Kargil War you must know about

Every year on Kargil Diwas, the country remembers the sacrifices of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives or contributed to the historic win.

  • Friday, 21 July 2023
 Mirage 2000
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2023: How Mirage 2000 proved a game-changer in Kargil War

Senior IAF officers said that the use of Mirage 2000 helped to turn the tide of the Kargil war in favour of India.

  • Friday, 21 July 2023
Kargil Vijay Diwas
Kargil Vijay Diwas: 8 important facts you must know about Kargil War

It has been almost 24 years since India successfully carried out “Operation Vijay” against Pakistan in the Jammu and Kashmir sector of Kargil now in Ladakh.

  • Friday, 21 July 2023
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Odisha remembers its valiant war heroes
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Odisha remembers its valiant war heroes

It is their indomitable courage, valour and sacrifice that made it possible to uphold the esteem of our Tricolour and gloriously unfurl it again on the inaccessible and challenging heights of Kargil.

International Moon Day
International Moon Day: 5 myths and facts about Earth’s satellite

Every year July 20 is celebrated as International Moon Day. Know about some myths and facts related to the only satellite of the Earth.

  • Thursday, 20 July 2023
World Chess Day
World Chess Day: Know about India’s contribution to chess

World Chess Day is celebrated every year on July 20. Know about its special connection with India.

  • Thursday, 20 July 2023
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela International Day: 6 things you must know about this world leader

Nelson Mandela, the South African world leader has inspired generations together with his humanitarian act and as a peacemaker.

  • Tuesday, 18 July 2023
Odisha: Meet 3 Bol Bom devotees who forget pains to perform ‘jalabhisekh’ 
Odisha: Meet 3 Bol Bom devotees who forget pains to perform ‘jalabhisekh’ 

On his way to the shrine, many took pity on Nilu and offered rides but he gently turned them down. After all, he reached the shrine and with the help of a priest, he performed ‘jalabhisekh’. 

  • Monday, 17 July 2023
World Emoji Day
World Emoji Day: Evolution of emoji as the widely used expression for communication

On World Emoji Day, know about how emoji came into existence and who created them first.

  • Monday, 17 July 2023
World Day of International Justice
Significance of the World Day for International Justice you should know

Every year the World Day for International Justice is celebrated for giving recognition to international justice and its system and making it stronger.

  • Monday, 17 July 2023
Social Media Giving Day
Social Media Giving Day: Raising charity using social media platforms

Social Media Giving Day is a movement aimed at raising charity for those in need through social media platforms.

  • Sunday, 16 July 2023
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