The only woman in history to confront, fight and repeatedly defeat the Portuguese, Rani Abbakka's unflagging courage and indomitable spirit are at par with the legendary Rani Laxmi Bai of Jhansi and Rani Chennamma of Kittur.
While the Andaman, Nicobar and Lakshadweep inhabit prominent spots on the Indian traveller's bucket list, there are other picture-perfect islands in India that have managed to stay under the radar.
A recent tragedy on India's roads has highlighted a need for the country to step up it's efforts to curb drunk drivers. In spite of a variety of methods, from educating people to legislative changes, the problem of drunk driving persists. Here's a few examples of what other countries are doing to challenge the issue.
VM Salgaocar College of Law in Goa is an exemplary private institution unmatched for its accessibility and outreach. It charges students a fee of only ₹10,500 per year, and requires them to reach out and spread basic legal literacy. Students also provide assistance to those in need of free legal services.