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The other D-Day: France's forgotten colonial troops and the Provence landings

France24.com (en) 

It's one of the untold stories of World War II: how France whitewashed its colonial troops during the liberation from Nazi rule. On August 15, 1944, experienced fighters who came from all corners of the French empire landed in southern France and won key battles to liberate the nation. But because of the colour of their skin, up to 20,000 African riflemen were replaced by untrained, White members of the Resistance. As the country celebrates 80 years since the end of the Nazi occupation, FRANCE 24... Читать дальше...

QPR Development Squad (0) – Sheffield United U21 (6)  

Independent R's 

U21 Professional Development League 2  Team: Clark, Friel, Shann, McDowell, Manufor, Neill, Bennie, Tarbotton, trialist, Talla, Petrie  Subs: Trialist (gk), Leahy, Putman, Radojevic, Strachan   The R’s went one down within five minutes after giving the ball away. Sam Aston’s shot hit the net following a deflection off Conor Clark.   At the other end, Kieran Petrie Continue reading

Tuticorin Intl container terminal dedicated to nation; to reduce logistics costs, save forex

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The Tuticorin International Container Terminal was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, enhancing VOC Port's capacity. Prime Minister Modi highlighted its deep draft and significant berth length. The terminal aims to reduce logistics costs, save foreign exchange, and promote gender diversity with 40% female employees. Multiple development projects were also launched.

Bhuj-Ahmedabad Namo Bharat Rapid Rail cheaper than intercity buses: Railways

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, offering a faster and cheaper alternative to buses between Bhuj and Ahmedabad. The train covers 11 stations in 5.45 hours, featuring advanced safety systems and inclusive designs. It aims to connect cities within a 150 km radius efficiently.