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History

Chronology: How Ram Mandir was reclaimed?

It was also officially known as Masjid-i-Janmasthan ("Mosque of the Birthplace") until the 1940s. This is reflected in government's revenue records from the Mughal courts as well as subsequent ones from Nawab of Awadh's court, and finally from records from British Raj 

Stories

How Borun Biswas saved women from mass rapes?

They were made to run from one police station to another citing jurisdiction and other such excuses.  His stubborn nature did not accept this treatment.  One morning in July 2002, Borun Biswas called a village meeting. He stood & roared "If we can’t protect our daughters, sisters and wives then we shouldn't be living in a civil society. If we lack the courage to take on rapists, we deserve punishment even harsher than the rapists."

Culture

Makar Sankranti – Why it shifted to January 15?

Zooming into 2023, Sankranti’s precise time was 9:35 PM on January 14th. The sun set, making January 15th the auspicious day for Makar Sankranti. During 2024, the auspicious time for Sankranti lies between 7:35 am and 5:46 pm. From 2008 to 2080, the cosmic spotlight shines on January 15th for Makar Sankranti. Post-2081, a celestial shift moves it to January 16th. Yet, some might adhere to the January 15th celebration for a few additional years.