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- 25 Nov 2023
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Kambala Buffalo Race
The traditional buffalo race, Kambala, is set to take place for the first time in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
- Kambala is a buffalo race held in Coastal Karnataka districts (Udupi and Dakshina Kannada) during the winter months when farmers harvest their paddy crops.
- The race is held on two parallel tracks filled with mud and water. Each pair of buffaloes will also have a jockey, or 'Kambala runner' to control and command the animals on the track.
- The team that wins qualifies for higher rounds till a champion emerges.
- Apart from winning the race, targets also include splashing water; in fact, some winners are even declared on the amount of water splashed; this is called 'kolu'.
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Justice M. Fathima Beevi
Justice M. Fathima Beevi, the first female Judge to be appointed to the Supreme Court of India, passed away.
- She was also the first Muslim woman to be appointed to the higher judiciary in the country.
- She served as a member of the National Human Rights Commission and then as Governor of Tamil Nadu.
Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day
Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day is observed every year on 24th November. He is the ninth guru in the lineage of Sikh saints.
- He was born as Tyag Mal in 1621 in Amritsar. His teachings against divisive practices and emphasis on unity in faith garnered widespread resonance across North India.
- His travels, including visits to far-reaching places like Dhaka and Puri, showcased his commitment to spreading his message of fearlessness and unity.
- However, his confrontation with Aurangzeb's regime, culminating in his martyrdom on 24th November, 1675, symbolized unyielding resilience and refusal to compromise on principles.
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16th World Wushu Championship
The 16th World Wushu Championships recently concluded in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
- It was organized by the United States of America Wushu-Kungfu Federation (USAWKF) under the auspices of the International Wushu Federation (IWUF).
- Wushu is a martial art that originated in China and encompasses various forms and styles. It's a disciplined and highly stylized form of combat and self-defense.
- Among the standout performers from India, Roshibina Devi (silver) , Kushal Kumar (bronze) and Chavi (bronze) demonstrated remarkable skill and resilience in their respective weight categories.
Read more: Martial Art forms in India
