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Vice-President Addressed 3rd Convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari
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The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, addressed the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Motihari, Bihar.
Key Points
- Convocation Event: The Vice-President addressed the 3rd convocation ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Central University located in Motihari, East Champaran district of Bihar.
- He urged students to adopt the guiding principle of “Nation First”.
- Historical Significance: He highlighted that Champaran holds a special place in India’s history as it was the site of the Champaran Satyagraha, where Mahatma Gandhi emerged as a mass leader rooted in villages.
- He stated that Bihar has historically been a center of great ideas, linked with personalities like Gautama Buddha, Chanakya, and institutions such as Nalanda University.
- Education Initiatives: The Vice-President appreciated the university for implementing the National Education Policy 2020 and introducing integrated courses along with establishing an Indian Knowledge Systems Centre.
- Tribute to Gandhiji: During the visit, the Vice-President paid floral tributes at the Mahatma Gandhi Satyagraha Memorial in Motihari, recalling Gandhiji’s ideals of truth, non-violence, and service to the nation.
| Read More: Mahatma Gandhi, National Education Policy 2020, Nalanda University |
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Bangladesh Defeated India in SAFF U20 Championship 2026 Final
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The Bangladesh men’s under‑20 football team defeated India in the final of the SAFF U-20 Championship 2026 through a penalty shootout, ending India’s defence of the title.
Key Points
- Organised by: It is an annual football tournament organised by the South Asian Football Federation.
- India remains the most successful team in the tournament’s history, having won four titles.
- Venue: All matches were held in Malé, Maldives, at the National Football Stadium.
- Title Winners: Bangladesh clinched the SAFF U-20 Championship 2026.
- Bangladesh defeated India 4–3 in a penalty shootout in the final.
- This marked Bangladesh’s second title, following their victory over Nepal in the 2024 final.
- Runners-up: India
- Top scorer: The tournament’s top scorers were Omang Dodum from India and Mohamed Ilan Imran of Maldives.
- Best Goalkeeper: MD Ismail Hossain Mahin.
| Read More: SAFF Championship, South Asian Football Federation |
