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    • Today in History, August 9: Moments that Completely Changed the World

      Today in History, August 9: Moments that Completely Changed the World

      August 9 is a day rich with events that have dramatically shaped our world. From Singapore's bold leap to independence to the tragic end of the atomic bomb's devastation, and from the debut of a cherished cartoon character to a profound literary work on simple living, this date holds significant historical weight.

    • August Kranti Day: Date, history, and significance of Quit India Movement

      August Kranti Day: Date, history, and significance of Quit India Movement

      Quit India Movement took place against the backdrop of World War II and although it started off as a nonviolent action, The British authorities attempts to quell the protests by arresting Congress leaders backfired and triggered an escalation of violence.

    • 1942 Quit India Movement: Things to know about the movement

      1942 Quit India Movement: Things to know about the movement

      The Quit India Movement was launched on August 8, 1942 at the Bombay session of the All India Congress Committee by Mahatma Gandhi, during World War II. The movement also known as the August Movement demanded an end to British rule in India.

    • Quit India Movement's spirit energised youth of nation: PM Modi

      Quit India Movement's spirit energised youth of nation: PM Modi

      The Quit India Movement was launched under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and played a key role in India attaining freedom from British rule five years later on August 15, 1947.

    • CAIT launches 'China Quit India' campaign to boycott Chinese goods

      CAIT launches 'China Quit India' campaign to boycott Chinese goods

      Expressing concerns over Chinese investment in various Indian companies, start-ups and digital apps, CAIT said there is a need to take necessary action in this regard.

    • PM Modi for special initiative to end poverty, illiteracy, graft

      PM Modi for special initiative to end poverty, illiteracy, graft

      Addressing the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of the Quit India movement, the Prime Minister said from 2017 to 2022, when India turns 75, there is a need to create the same spirit that existed between 1942 and 1947.

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