Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary

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Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary The 150th birth anniversary of Gandhi is an ideal time to remember his principles of truth and non-violence and his uncompromising commitment to them. But there was another side of Gandhi that endeared him further to those who knew him: a sense of humour. Here are some instances of his famous wit and one-liners. Modi's bold toilet claim in question as India marks Gandhi's 150th Prime Minister Narendra Modi was set to declare India "open-defecation free" on Wednesday but despite huge progress there was scepticism about his bold claim. Green crackers enter Indian markets but yet to make a bang Green firecrackers are available now in the city but their sale is sluggish because of their high price and the limited varieties on offer. The toxic cocktail that fuels South Africa's xenophobia A witch's brew of unemployment, inequality and poverty, mixed with South Africa's violent past, are to blame for attacks on foreigners that so tarnished the country's image last month, experts say. China's Guangzhou rides economic change but keeps traditions Guangzhou, a city of 14 million, is no stranger to the disruption brought about by breakneck economic change, and retains a strong sense of traditional identity. Now, gamers can get university degrees in e-sports On their first week in class, a group of students is playing a first-person shooter video game in a sleek new digital studio. It's their introduction to the degree in esports they've all enrolled in. 'House of torture' puts focus on adversities of Nigerian Islamic schools Horrific revelations of torture and abuse at a compound billing itself as a Koranic reform school in northern Nigeria have shone a spotlight on Islamic institutes unregulated by the authorities. America's first cannabis cafe opens in California America's first cannabis restaurant has opened in West Hollywood, offering diners an array of weed products and hoping to rival Amsterdam's famed coffee shops. Ants, crickets and cockroaches: Healthy snacks that taste like potato chips Especially in Asia and in Africa, the tiny creatures are touted as delicacies packed with vitamins, minerals and energy. 5 stocks that can offer solid returns in an uncertain market With the upcoming festive season and several planned online and offline mega sales events ahead, Emkay Global has named Bajaj Finance as the best bet to play the India consumption story.

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