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South Korea Fires Kill At Least 19 People

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South Korea Fires Kill At Least 19 People

South Korean fire crews battled what the acting president said on Wednesday were some of the worst wildfires ever in the country, fueled by windy and dry conditions. At least 19 people had died, the authorities said, including the pilot of a downed helicopter. The National Fire Agency said the helicopter had crashed on Wednesday … Read more

World Heritage Day: Maharashtra hosts 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites! Know what makes these sites so special

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World Heritage Day: Maharashtra hosts 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites! Know what makes these sites so special

The Ellora Caves are also situated in the Aurangabad district of the state and is at a distance of only 100 kilometres from the Ajanta Caves. (Image credit: Tarun Bhardwaj/ Financial Express Online) As we celebrate World Heritage Day today, it is worth recalling some of the most marvellous heritage sites in the state of … Read more