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Stepwells are a significant aspect of the historical architecture in the arid and semi-arid regions of India, prominently in Gujarat and Rajasthan. Locally known as 'Vav' in Gujarat and 'Baoli' in Rajasthan, these structures are not only functional for water storage but also serve as stunning examples of regional architecture. It's fascinating to note that around 200 stepwells still exist in Gujarat alone. This fact gives us a glimpse into their prevalence in the past. Historically, the concept of stepwells is ancient, with the earliest forms like cylindrical wells being constructed during ...

On Sunday, the 7th of April, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) shared a brief video of their leader, Asaduddin Owaisi. In this clip, he addressed his followers, expressing his preference to live or die as a ‘Ghazi’. He called upon fellow Muslims to adopt a similar stance. According to Islamic scriptures, Ghazi refers to an Islamic fighter following the path guided by Allah. A Ghazi engages in combat against infidels, meaning those who do not believe in Islam. They either triumph over infidels and polytheists or meet their end in the midst of battle. This prompts the questio...

In the Sagar district, a disturbing rise in drug-related incidents has been observed. The local authorities report that the increased use of substances such as drugs, marijuana, opium, and smack is leading to a spike in criminal activities. In a tragic event last night, a young boy, only 15 years old, lost his life in a violent altercation. This heartbreaking incident occurred near the Makronia railway station in Sagar.

Satyam Surana, a law student from India, has come into the spotlight again. Previously known for his act of patriotism at the Indian High Commission in the United Kingdom, where he picked up India's national flag from the ground during an attack by extremist groups, Surana is now facing challenges in the academic arena. He claims to be the victim of a hate and smear campaign in the student union elections at the London School of Economics (LSE).

In a disturbing turn of events in Canada, Tejeshwar Kalia, an Indian-origin student and store clerk, is embroiled in a legal battle that could result in a 14-year imprisonment. The charges against him stem from an incident where he used a baseball bat to defend himself against a robbery. This incident, which took place on January 5th at the Circle K convenience store located on King Street in Peterborough, has sparked significant controversy.

In the small and usually peaceful village of Hasanpur, situated in the Kotwali region of Rampur, a harrowing event unfolded. Three-year-old Anayza Noor, the young daughter of local sand and gravel businessman Danish Ali, went mysteriously missing. Her absence was alarmingly noted after she went out to play on Sunday morning around 10 a.m. and failed to return. The distressing mystery came to a tragic end on Tuesday when Anayza's body was discovered. It was found in a sack, discarded behind the house of a nearby grocery store owner, sending shockwaves through the community.

The incident of rape of an innocent girl returning from tuition in a village in Agra has shaken everyone to the core. The shocking thing in this incident is that the accused of misconduct is only 11 years old and is a class 4 student. In this case, on the basis of the complaint received, the police have registered a case and taken the accused into their custody. Now he will be presented before the Juvenile Court. The 6 year old innocent victim is admitted in the hospital, where her condition is critical.

Pune (Maharashtra):  In a shocking incident at a company located in Pune’s Pimpri-Chinchwad area, five individuals were arrested after an appalling discovery in the canteen food. The police have confirmed that among those detained are two workers from a subcontracting firm responsible for supplying samosas to the company’s canteen.

In a recent discovery, a group of researchers from Karnatak University Dharwad has pinpointed a significant site showcasing ancient rock art in Kalluru, situated within Bhatkal taluk of Uttara Kannada. This discovery marks a notable achievement in the field of historical and archaeological studies.