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  A revolutionary hero who made a vital contribution to the fight for Indian independence was Alluri Sitaram Raju. Sitaram Raju was born on July 4, 1897, in Pandrangi village, present-day Andhra Pradesh. His father was Venkata Rama Raju, a wealthy landowner in the East Godavari area who controlled substantial tracts of land.   Sitaram Raju was profoundly impacted by the misery and tyranny of the rural masses from an early age. He was horrified by the widespread exploitation of the peasants by the local landowners and the British colonial authorities. His feeling of justice and empathy for the oppressed and marginalized people started to grow.   Sitaram Raju received his education at the Hindu High School in Vishakhapatnam, where he absorbed the nationalistic and libertarian ideologies from his instructors and classmates. He got a lot of inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi's 1920 non-cooperation campaign and started taking part in local agitations against British authority.   When

  World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed every year on March 24th to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB, and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic. This year's theme is "The Clock is Ticking," which highlights the urgency to accelerate the global response to TB and reach the 2030 global targets of the WHO End TB Strategy. TB is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis and is spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It primarily affects the lungs, but can also affect other parts of the body such as the kidneys, spine, and brain. TB is a curable and preventable disease, yet it continues to be one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In 2020, an estimated 10 million people fell ill with TB and 1.4 million died from the disease, including 208,000 people with HIV. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated the TB e

 One of the key factors that have contributed to Accenture's success is its ability to adapt to changing market conditions and client needs. The company has been able to navigate through different economic cycles and technological disruptions by investing in new capabilities, building strategic partnerships, and enhancing its global delivery network. As a result, Accenture has been able to maintain its leadership position in the professional services industry, outpacing its peers in terms of revenue growth and profitability.   Another strength of Accenture is its strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. The company has consistently invested in research and development to create new offerings and solutions that help clients drive business value and achieve their goals. For example, Accenture has pioneered the use of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and cloud computing to help clients transform their operations, improve customer experience, and unlock new g

Gudi Padwa, also known as Samvatsar Padvo, is a popular Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the new year according to the traditional lunisolar calendar. It falls on the first day of Chaitra month, which usually corresponds to late March or early April in the Gregorian calendar. Gudi Padwa is celebrated with great enthusiasm in the western Indian states of Maharashtra, Goa, and parts of Karnataka, where it is considered one of the most auspicious days of the year. In this blog post, we'll explore the significance and rituals of Gudi Padwa and how it is celebrated in different parts of India. The word "Gudi" means flag or banner, and "Padwa" means the first day of the month. Together, they refer to the practice of raising a colorful flag-like structure, called Gudi, on the day of Gudi Padwa. The Gudi is made of a bamboo stick, cloth, and decorative items like flowers, neem leaves, and sugar crystals. It is usually hoisted outside homes, temples, or in publ