GK
NICKNAMES OF PLACES AND RIVERS
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New Delhi
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Panipat
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Udaipur
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Tezpur
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Detailed explanation-1: -Panipat is a historic city in Haryana, India. It is 90 km north of Delhi and 169 km south of Chandigarh on National Highway. The three battles fought near the city in 1526, 1556 and 1761 were all turning points in Indian history. The city is famous in India by the name of “City of Weavers” and “Textile City”.
Detailed explanation-2: -According to the legend, Panipat was one of the five cities (prasthas) founded by the Pandava brothers during the times of the Mahabharata; its historic name being Panduprastha.
Detailed explanation-3: -Panipat is a city of textiles and carpets. It is the biggest centre for quality blankets and carpets in India and has a handloom weaving industry. In addition, Panipat city is the biggest centre of “Shoddy Yarn” in the World.