Picture a young boy in Kerala hawking soda to make ends meet, dreaming of glory on the pitch. That boy was I.M. Vijayan, born Inivalappl Mani Vijayan on April 25, …
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Every Bollywood success story has its share of struggles, but Manoj Bajpayee’s ascent stands out for a serendipitous encounter that altered everything. Hailing from a rural Bihar backdrop, this actor’s …
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Picture a 10-year-old girl in 1920s Bengal, thrust into the unforgiving world of cinema to fend for her family. This was Kanan Devi, whose grit transformed her into the undisputed …
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In a profound loss to India’s cultural landscape, renowned artist and Padma Shri recipient Bhagwandas Raikwar succumbed to illness on Saturday in Bhopal. The veteran, hospitalized for several days in …
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The quiet of April 11, 1977, echoed the departure of Phanishwar Nath Renu, whose pen breathed life into forgotten corners of rural Bihar. From the pages of ‘Maila Aanchal’ to …
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From the soaring highs of ‘Hawa Hawai’ to the romantic whispers of ‘Pyar Hua Chupke Se,’ Kavita Krishnamurti’s voice has defined Bollywood’s soundtrack for half a century. The veteran singer …
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Harmanpreet Kaur turns another year wiser on March 8, but her tale of sacrifice and success continues to captivate cricket fans worldwide. As captain of the Indian women’s team, she …
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Picture this: India down 1-5 against powerhouse Germany in the Champions Trophy. Enter Pargat Singh, the unyielding defender who unleashed four goals in a mere six minutes, salvaging a draw …
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Picture a writer who turns the world upside down—not for chaos, but for clarity and chuckles. Tarak Mehta, the undisputed emperor of Gujarati humor, lived by this creed. Rejecting sharp …
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N. Kunjarani Devi stands as a pillar of Indian weightlifting, her achievements weaving a narrative of grit and glory that popularized the sport nationwide. Hailing from Imphal, Manipur, born March …