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Sikh Watchmaker Dynasty in Kenya Faces End of an Era

The Singh family's five-generation watchmaking legacy in Nairobi, intertwined with British colonial history and Kenya's independence struggle, now faces an uncertain future as the last keeper of the craft, 74-year-old Ravinder Singh, wonders who will carr

India repeals old law on mandatory will validation

India's Parliament has repealed a colonial-era law requiring court validation of wills for many citizens. This move simplifies inheritance and empowers individual choice. Read more on this significant legal reform.

Lok Sabha passes bill to repeal 71 outdated laws

Lok Sabha approves the Repealing and Amending Bill, 2025, to scrap 71 obsolete laws. Union Law Minister says the move aims to reverse colonial-era legacies. Read the full list of laws being removed.

Terence Crawford Retires Undefeated at 38

Boxing legend Terence Crawford shocks the world by announcing his retirement at 38. He ends his career with a perfect 42-0 record and 18 major world titles across five weight classes.

MP Governor's House Now Called Lok Bhavan

Madhya Pradesh officially changes Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan per MHA directive. CM Mohan Yadav met Governor at newly named Lok Bhavan. Discover which other states have made the switch.

Goyal: Colonial mindset obstacle to India's progress

Union Minister Piyush Goyal calls for shedding colonial mindset in education, emphasizes pride in heritage at Amity University convocation. PM Modi sets 2035 target to overcome slavery mindset.

India's Macaulay System: Outgrow, Don't Erase

Gurucharan Gollerkeri argues India's distinctive 1835 Macaulay education system needs evolution, not erasure. Read the analysis on its lasting impact and the path forward.

Delhi's Raj Niwas Officially Renamed Lok Niwas

Delhi's Raj Niwas, the LG's official residence, is now Lok Niwas following an MHA directive to shed colonial-era names. Discover the states that have made similar changes.

8 States, Ladakh Rename Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan

Following an MHA directive, eight Indian states and Ladakh UT have renamed the Governor's house from 'Raj Bhavan' to 'Lok Bhavan' to move away from colonial-era nomenclature. Read the full story.

Nagpur Raj Bhavan Renaming to Lok Bhavan Delayed

The proposed renaming of Nagpur Raj Bhavan to 'Lok Bhavan' is delayed, pending formal approval from Governor Acharya Devvrat. The move is part of a national effort to replace colonial-era terms.

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