Bhai Hira Singh of Farooka, Distt. Sargodha
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YEH DOSTI…HAM NAHIN TODENGE!
A Jubilee Studded with Diamonds 10th December 1962 was a historic day for the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. It was the date on which the President’s Colours were presented to the Academy and the illustrious personality who presided over the ceremony was Dr S Radhakrishnan who needs no introduction. The 30th regular course passed out during the parade and …
The Genesis of two “Farooka” Schools
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MAXY – The Arjun astride the arrow
Foreword Col (Dr) Sultan Malik is a well-known name in the Army. Quite apart from being a very professional engineer, he has made a mark in music. His theme song, “Samandar ki hasin lahron…” for the TV film on the Indian Navy is a landmark piece of music. However, the story of his brother, an ace fighter pilot is known …
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SHAIKH FARID : A MYSTIC ABOVE FAITHS AND CREEDS
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Hjalmar Schact and Germany’s Recovery from World War I
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