Monday, 21, July, 2025

APJ Abdul Kalam Enshrined in Indian Hall of Fame as the “Lead Indian” 1

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APJ Abdul Kalam Enshrined in Indian Hall of Fame as the “Lead Indian”
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Bose
Bose

Netaji Bose Declares Andaman and Nicobar as Shaheed and Swaraj Islands in Freedom’s Fiery Dawn

It was the pre-independence era. World War II had impacted the entire world. On 30 December 1943, the Indian National Army, under the leadership of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, declared the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as part of Independent India and renamed them ‘Shaheed-deep’ (Martyr Island) and ‘Swaraj-dweep’ (Self-ruled Island). →

INA
INA

INA’s Tri-colour Hoisted at Moirang in 1944 — A Lost Relic of National Pride

This day in 1944, Col S.A. Malik of Indian National Army unfurled the Tri-colour at Moirang Kangla in Manipur. The flag hoisted on the Indian soil was later presented to Chacha Nehru. My impression is that this priceless relic of our history has been lost. →
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Gandhi
Gandhi
The pravasi in India’s independence struggle

The return of Mahatma Gandhi on 9 January 1915 from South Africa was a pivotal moment in India's freedom movement. Known as the “Pravasi Bharatiya Divas” today, this date commemorates the journey of a visionary who transformed India's struggle for independence through nonviolent resistance and moral leadership. Gandhi's return wasn't merely a homecoming, it was the convergence of global experiences and local aspirations. His leadership, shaped by years of civil rights activism abroad, injected a new spirit into India's freedom struggle, inspiring millions to unite in a common cause of liberation and justice.

The larger narrative of India’s independence is incomplete without recognizing the contributions of overseas Indians, or pravasis, who stood in solidarity with their motherland from afar. Whether it was through forming revolutionary groups, raising international awareness, or sending resources and moral support, their role was indispensable. On the 75th anniversary of India’s independence, these sacrifices shine brightly, reminding us of a shared legacy that transcends borders. The emotional and ideological ties between India and its diaspora continue to be a testament to the strength of a global Indian identity, rooted in patriotism, sacrifice, and the dream of a free, united nation.
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