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Vishaka is classified as Andhaksha Nakshatra. The lost articles are got back soon with some efforts for nakshatras classified under Andhaksha Nakshatra. The Nakshatras are classified into Andhandha ...

My kids were almost like a shield protecting me from that pain. Once they left, I had to face the grief. When I was alone, grief came like a wave. I suddenly remembered my mom's words. She was the ...

For ten years, campaign to save the girl child has occupied walls, been seen in slogans, and spoken as a promise. But behind ...