OV Digital Desk

The OV Digital Desk is a team of experienced editors, writers, and contributors dedicated to telling compelling stories from the world of art, culture, literature, and historical events. With a shared passion for India's diverse heritage and global creative voices, the team collaborates to bring depth, accuracy, and insight to every feature. From timeless classics to contemporary movements, the OV Digital Desk strives to inform, inspire, and engage readers across generations.

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OV Digital DeskJuly 23, 2024

International Self-Care Day: History, and Significance

Each Year on 24 July, International Self-Care Day (ISD) provides an opportunity to highlight healthy lifestyle self-care programs around the world. ISD is a device developed by the International Self-Care…
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World History

OV Digital DeskJuly 23, 2024

Anniversary of the rediscovery of Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca citadel located in the Andes Mountains of Peru. It is one of the most iconic and well-preserved archaeological sites in the world and holds…
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OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Pi Approximation Day: History, and Significance

Pi is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. Pi (*) has a decimal value of 3.14. In 1706, British mathematician William Jones devised the * symbol to…
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Today in History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Randal Cremer: Architect of Peace and Social Justice

Randal Cremer (18 March 1828 – 22 July 1908) was a British politician and pacifist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1903 for his work as secretary of…
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OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Zubir Said: Harmonizing Singapore’s Identity Through Music

Zubir Said (22 July 1907 – 16 November 1987) was a Singaporean composer most notable for composing the national anthem of his country, "Majulah Singapura" – "Onward Singapore".
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Indian History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

22 July in Indian and World History

22 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 22 July is the birth anniversary of Mukesh Chand Mathur, Vinayakrao Patwardhan, Devendra Gangadharrao Fadnavis,…
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World History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Alexander Calder: Sculpting the Poetry of Motion

Alexander Calder Chand Mathur (22 July 1898 – 11 November 1976) was a renowned American sculptor and artist known for his innovative and influential contributions to the field of modern…
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World History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Sandford Fleming: Revolutionizing Timekeeping and Global Connectivity

Sandford Fleming (7 January 1827 – 22 July 1915) was a Scottish-Canadian engineer and inventor. To communicate accurate time, he promoted worldwide standard time zones, a prime meridian, and a 24-hour clock
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World History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Mukesh: The Soulful Voice of Indian Cinema

Mukesh Chand Mathur (22 July 1923 – 27 August 1976) better known mononymously as Mukesh, was an Indian playback singer. Mukesh is considered to be one of the most popular…
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Today in History

OV Digital DeskJuly 21, 2024

Gustav Ludwig Hertz: Unraveling the Quantum World through Experimentation

Gustav Ludwig Hertz (22 July 1887 – 30 October 1975) was a German experimental physicist. In 1925, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics. Life and Career He was…
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OV Digital DeskJuly 19, 2024

International Moon Day: History, Theme, and Significance

ISS Progress 75 resupply ship, with the full Moon above the Earth’s horizon, is pictured separating from the International Space Station shortly after undocking from the Zvezda service module. PHOTO:…
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Indian History

OV Digital DeskJuly 19, 2024

20 July in Indian and World History

20 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 20 July is the birth anniversary of Rajendra Kumar Tuli, Naseeruddin Shah, and R Banumathi.…
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OV Digital DeskJuly 19, 2024

20 July: World Chess Day

20 July is observed as World Chess Day. The idea to celebrate this day as international chess day was proposed by UNESCO, and it has been celebrated as such since 1966 after…
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World History

OV Digital DeskJuly 19, 2024

20 July: Tribute to Gerard Oury

Gerard Oury (29 April 1919 – 20 July 2006) was a French film director, actor, and writer.
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Indian History

OV Digital DeskJuly 19, 2024

The Life and Legacy of Rajendra Kumar

Rajendra Kumar (20 July 1929 – 12 July 1999) an Indian Film Actor, Film Producer, Film Director & Editor who was well-known for his work in Bollywood. He appeared in…
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