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Nepal Elects First Female President
Nepal elected its second president since it abolished the monarchy and became a republic in 2008 – and this time they chose Bidhya Devi Bhandari, who made history as their first female president. While the role is largely ceremonial in Nepal’s government, the significance of electing a female president cannot be overstated, given the traditionally male dominated Nepali society.
A 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Afghanistan And Pakistan
A massive 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit remote regions of Afghanistan and Pakistan on Monday, with 263 people reported deaths in the two countries. The earthquake's tremors were some of the worst Afghanistan has ever experienced, said Afghanistan's chief executive officer, Abdullah Abdullah, who noted that the government is doing its utmost to get assistance to those affected. The tremors were felt hundreds of mi
Gymnast Dipa Karmakar Becomes The First Indian Athlete To Qualify For The World Gymnastics Competition
Athlete Dipa Karmakar made history on Sunday when she became the first Indian to qualify for the World Gymnastics Championships. This is a huge victory for Karmakar, who has participated in five World Championships and who came seventh last year in Switzerland. The 22-year-old received a 14.9 for her efforts this year, which pushed her into the finals. It's a full-circle moment for Karmakar, who has been practic
Social Message Of Love Gone Viral: 'I Am Indian And I Don't Hate Pakistan'
It began with one little hashtag and took the whole world by storm, going viral overnight on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. #ProfileForPeace is a social awareness campaign created by an ordinary Indian man with a computer, a picture and a powerful message that has captivated the hearts and minds of social m
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Indian Air Force To Induct Women Fighter Pilots
In a hugely progressive step by the Indian Ministry of Defence, women have been approved to serve as fighter pilots in the Indian Air Force (IAF). This is the first time Indian women will be permitted to assume combat roles in the country’s armed forces. Current ...
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The Pink Ladoo Campaign Aims To Combat Gender Discrimination One Ladoo At A Time
When boys are born in the South Asian community, there's the usual fanfare of ladoos, mithai, and sometimes gold for the mother and son — but why not for girls? The Pink Ladoo campaign aims to celebrate the births of girls and boys equally. ...
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#SikhLivesMatter Trends On Social Media To Protest The Lack Of Media Coverage Of Punjab Killings
#SikhLivesMatter is trending on Twitter and Facebook as Sikhs around the globe alert the world about the lack of media coverage surrounding the deaths of two unarmed protesters at a peaceful protest in Faridkhot, Punjab. ...
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Violence Against Women: Is There Hope For India?
The ongoing violence against women in recent years has the people of India fearing for their country's future. Rape culture in India is causing public fury over the country's inability to stop sexual violence against young women and girls. According to ...
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This Festive Season Mix & Mingle Like a Pro!
Stop being a wallflower and put your phone away. Here are tips on how to mingle like a superstar. The holiday season is upon us and although most of us are looking forward to partying the night away, others get anxious at the thought of making small talk with new people. ...
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10 Simple Ways To Elevate Your Mood
With daily stresses encompassing our lives, here are some simple ways to elevate your mood. On any given day we as humans experience a multitude of different moods while interacting with our environment. Whether it's at work, school or home, we naturally absorb and react to ou ...
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Deepika Padukone Speaks Out On Depression & Mental Illness Awareness At The Live Love Laugh Foundation Launch
On the occasion of World Mental Health Day on Octpber 10, Deepika Padukone launched her Live Love Laugh Foundation, which aims to destigmatize depression and raise awareness about mental health issues. Since speaking about her struggles with depression and anxiety in ...
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Kangana Ranaut Delivers A Powerful & Feminist Interview At The Women In The World Summit
Kangana Ranaut recently attended the International Women in the World summit in London, where she delivered a rousing and feminist interview with BBC reporter Shabnam Mahmood that completely impressed audiences and the media. ...
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Sikhs Provide Relief To Syrian Refugees Through 'Langar Aid'
The world is witnessing one of the biggest human migrations in recent history as Syrian refugees fleeing horrific conditions in their homeland seek asylum in Europe. Horrifying details of families torn apart and the loss of countless lives have been dominating headlines around the ...
