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Here’s Why Banning Porn is Futile in India
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When it comes to advertising, sometimes the biggest names can make small, yet hilarious mistakes. We all have our selected ads that we seem to love watching over and...
10 Quotes By Late A.P.J. Abdul Kalam That Will Continue To Inspire Young Indians Forever
Not just the most eminent President of India and one of the most prolific scientists to have ever graced this land, late A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was one of the greatest...
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In this world of industrialization, several machines have been invented. The machines such invented have made life more convenient. Most of these machines need an...
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced two major initiatives, which will help students in facing everyday problems that they encounter in their...
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