Festival of sacrifice
A few days ago, people around the world celebrated the festival of Eid al-Adha. Find out what makes this festival special and discover the lessons it has to offer.
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Be a ‘Know it all’
From the sun and stars to the moths and elephants…everything around is related. Try and solve this crossword to see how much you know.
‘Tis about survival – 1
It’s not easy in the animal kingdom. Hunting and hiding go hand-in-hand. From changing colour to screaming, they have many tricks up their sleeves.
Crossing Over
What happens if a ship or boat needs to pass under a bridge that spans a waterway? The answer is movable bridges, of course.
A movable bridge is one that has mobile parts that change the form of the bridge, usually to allow a passage for boats. Movable bridges differ in the way they change their form. The most popular types are drawbridges, but retractable bridges, swing bridges, tilt bridges, vertical-lift bridges, and a few other types are also favoured.
Scroll through the slides below to learn about some of these cool movable bridges.
Of military might
The figures, dating from approximately the late third century BCE were discovered in 1974 by local farmers in Lintong District, Xi’an, People’s Republic of China, Shaanxi province.
The collection of terracota sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China is a form of funerary art. It had been buried with the emperor in the hope that it would protect him in the afterlife.
Scroll through these slides to learn more.
Silenced voices
A bomb intended for one kills many, someone is shot dead at point-blank range… these assassinations have far reaching consequences, even changing the course of history.
A bomb intended for one kills many, someone is shot dead at point-blank range… these assassinations have far reaching consequences, even changing the course of history.
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Fallen stalwarts
Throughout history, several greats have been assassinated — American Presidents Abraham Lincoln (1865) and John F. Kennedy (1963) and, Nigerian journalist, Dele Giwa (1986), and closer home, in India, Mahatma Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi, to name a few.
And finally, who can forget the dying declaration, “Et tu, Brutus?” by legendary emperor Julius Caesar,who was stabbed to death in the hallowed halls of the Senate. It is said that the unforeseen result of the assassination was the precipitation of the end of the Roman Republic.
Statescan – August 17, 2018
The fury of the monsoon takes over most of the news. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee passed away on August 16 and the women of Leh have come together to clean up the mess left by tourists.
The floods in Kerala has taken an alarming turn and there seems to be no let up in the rains either. Madhya Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, who has been given the additional charge of Chhattisgarh following the death of governor Balramji Dass Tandon, was sworn in at a ceremony in Raipur recently. Let’s find out what else is happening around the country.
Quiz Whizz – 18
Think you can ace this quiz? Test your general knowledge with these questions that will keep wracking your brains till you get the right answer.
A quiz is fun and entertaining; it can be taken alone or with a group of friends. Here are six questions from across the board…Try your hand at this.
Spotlight on Asia
The biggest multi-sport games in the world after the Olympics is currently underway. Are you following the action at the Asian Games?
The Asian Games is currently underway, and will go on till September 2. The multi-sport event is held every four years, and this year marks its 18th edition. Forty five countries from Asia are participating in the event that features more than 450 events. The cities of Jakarta and Palembang in Indonesia are playing host to around 10,000 athletes who are competing for top honours. The motto of the Games is ‘Energy of Asia’.
The Indian contingent
In July, the Indian Olympic Association announced a list of more than 500 athletes who will represent India at the Games. India will compete in archery, athletics, badminton, basketball, boxing, bowling, cycling, fencing, gymnastics, handball, hockey, kabaddi, rowing, tennis, shooting, squash, volleyball, wrestling, weightlifting and more. Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will be the flag-bearer of the Indian contingent at the opening ceremony.
In the 2014 Asian Games held in South Korea, India finished eighth — bagging 57 medals including 11 gold, 10 silver and 36 bronze.
As they strive for victory and glory for the nation, let’s root for the Indian contingent and cheer them on in their pursuit of excellence.
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Numbers: Fear no more!
TruMath is an interactive learning app that will make you fall in love with mathematics.
Mathematics always give goosebumps to students. Numbers get students jittery and calculations are their biggest nightmare. These students are suffering from math Phobia. TruMath is an online Platform in an easy and interactive way to help you with math. The study of mathematics gives you the opportunity to take risks, attempt hard problems, make mistakes, and in the process, truly understand a concept, and ultimately expand one’s mind and horizons.
TruMath, will make mathematics as interesting, help you learn to think about a problem and reach a solution. The platform is interactive, and lets you work through problems as part of the session. This App-based education facility is available in Android platform and on IOS platform too.
Available for Stds VIII, IX and X this format will be helpful through the year.
