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Feb 2020

Jan 02, 2025

Renowned Botanist K. S. Manilal Dies

Eminent botanist and Padma Shri awardee K. S. Manilal, celebrated for translating the ancient Latin text "Hortus Malabaricus" into English and Malayalam, passed away at the age of 86.
Manilal, was a former head of the Department of Botany at the University of Calicut.
His decades-long contributions to botany, particularly his efforts to translate Hortus Malabaricus, a 17th century botanical treatise documenting the rich flora of Malabar region (south-western coast of India) into English and Malayalam, earned him widespread recognition.

Jan 01, 2025

Kaamya Karthikeyan: Youngest Female to Conquer Seven Summits

Kaamya Karthikeyan, a 17-year-old student from Navy Children School in Mumbai, etched her name in history by becoming the youngest female in the world to conquer the Seven Summits. This remarkable achievement includes scaling the highest peaks across all seven continents. Kaamya, an avid adventurer since her childhood, completed this prestigious feat by summiting Mount Vinson in Antarctica in December 2024. This accomplishment highlights her determination, resilience, and passion for mountaineering.
Climbed Peaks: Africa: Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania), Europe: Mount Elbrus (Russia), Australia: Mount Kosciuszko (Australia), South America: Mount Aconcagua (Argentina), North America: Mount Denali (USA), Asia: Mount Everest (Nepal) and Antarctica: Mount Vinson (Antarctica).
At age 16, Kaamya became the youngest Indian to scale Mount Everest.
Her mountaineering journey started at the age of 7, when she first trekked in Uttarakhand.

Dec 31, 2024

Jimmy Carter, 39th U.S. President Dies

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed away at the age of 100 in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Known for his strong moral values, humanitarian work, and pivotal role in the Camp David Accords, Carter's presidency faced challenges, including an economic recession and the Iran hostage crisis. Despite his one-term presidency, Carter later gained respect for his global peace efforts, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
He was elected as the 39th U.S. President in 1976 after defeating Gerald Ford.
His presidency faced economic challenges, including high inflation, interest rates, and the Iran hostage crisis.
Key achievement: The Camp David Accords (1978), securing peace between Israel and Egypt.

Dec 28, 2024

Pharmed Ltd Chairman Emeritus Krishan Kumar Aurora Passes Away

Pharmed Limited and BioPlus Group announced that its chairman emeritus Krishan Kumar Aurora passed away at the age of 88.
Aurora's career spanned more than six decades. After graduating from Bombay University, he began his professional journey as an accountant with AF Fergusons, before moving on to Boots Pure Drug Co. (India) Ltd In 1961, he started his career with Smith Kline & French (India) Ltd, eventually rising to the role of Managing Director and later becoming International Vice President for Southeast Asia.
In 1990, Aurora took over Pharmed Limited, transforming it into a trusted and respected name in the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry.

Dec 27, 2024

Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Passes Away

Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, a towering figure in Indian politics and economics, passed away at the age of 92. Dr. Singh, India's 13th Prime Minister, served the nation from 2004 to 2014 and played a pivotal role as Finance Minister during the economic liberalization of the 1990s. A distinguished economist, scholar, and statesman, his contributions have left an indelible mark on the trajectory of India's economic and political landscape.
Under his leadership, India achieved several historic milestones, including schemes like MGNREGA, the Right to Education (RTI), the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and Aadhaar.
He received the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honour of India, in 1987.
He received the Order of King Abdulaziz, in 2010, the second-highest civilian honour of Saudi Arabia.
He was the fourth longest-serving Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Narendra Modi. A member of the Indian National Congress, Singh was the first Sikh Prime Minister of India.

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