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Indian independence activist (1869–1948)

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Mahatma Gandhi: Indian independence activist (1869–1948)
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule. He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahātmā, first applied to him in South Africa in 1914, is now used throughout the world.

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Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' Slip: BJP latches on, Rocky Political Journey Amid Elections for Cong? [Video]

Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' Slip: BJP latches on, Rocky Political Journey Amid Elections for Cong?

Rahul Gandhi's recent statement at the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra's finale in Mumbai sparked controversy. While attempting to criticise BJP's tactics, his mention of "Shakti" in Hindu dharma was perceived..

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Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Smriti Irani Again from Amethi | Political Journey | Oneindia News [Video]

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Smriti Irani Again from Amethi | Political Journey | Oneindia News

In this episode of Know Your MP, we talk about Smriti Irani. In 2014, Priyanka Gandhi dismissed Smriti Irani as 'Smriti Who?', unaware of his brother’ impending defeat in Amethi in 2019. Irani's..

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Sanskrit Legacy: Central University's Historic Convocation | Oneindia News [Video]

Sanskrit Legacy: Central University's Historic Convocation | Oneindia News

Central Sanskrit University's inaugural convocation on March 7, 2024, marked a historic milestone. Professor Shrinivasa Varakhedi, Vice Chancellor, extended a warm welcome, setting an inspiring tone...

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NIT Calicut Professor booked after row over Facebook comment 'Praising' Godse | Oneindia [Video]

NIT Calicut Professor booked after row over Facebook comment 'Praising' Godse | Oneindia

Police have filed charges against a professor at the National Institute of Technology – Calicut for a post that allegedly praised Nathuram Godse. On the anniversary of Gandhi's death, Professor Dr. A..

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This Day in History: Gandhi Is Assassinated [Video]

This Day in History: Gandhi Is Assassinated

This Day in History:, Gandhi Is Assassinated. January 30, 1948. The political and spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement was assassinated in New Delhi by a Hindu fanatic. Known as..

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'Ideology of hatred and violence took away our beloved Bapu': Rahul Gandhi takes fresh swipe at BJP as Yatra reaches Bihar

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PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary

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PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi, shares quotes written by him in his personal diary

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Bapu-led stir after 1942 was a non-event, Netaji delivered freedom, says Tamil Nadu governor

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Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi gives more credit to Netaji than to Gandhiji for India’s independence


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Rahul’s protest, Uddhav’s aarti, Didi’s barb: Opposition not in tune

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Cong yatra in Assam: Rahul not allowed to visit Sankardeva's birthplace; party blames PM

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Smriti Irani accuses Gandhis of land grabbing in Amethi, says they 'rented 30 acres for...'

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