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We often see Muhammud Bin Tulugh qualities in the Chief Minister of Nagaland. Historians often describe Muhammud as eccentric ruler for shifting capital from Delhi to Devagiri without preparation and for raisin

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Every year 3rd December is observed as World Disability Day. As we all (Disabled, parents/families of disabled children, NGOs, SSA IED, Vodafone, World Vision, District Administration, Church Youth, Media, indi

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