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Kaura Mal
Kaura may refer to: People * Katuutire Kaura (1941–2022), Namibian politician * Kaura Khan Qaisrani (born 1812), chieftain of the Qaisrani tribe in Balochistan, Pakistan * Satish Kumar Kaura (born 1944), Indian technocrat and industrialist Places * Kaura, Iran, a village in Fars Province, Iran * Kaura, Kaduna State, Nigeria, a local government area * Kaura Lighthouse, a lighthouse located in the municipality of Roan in Sør-Trøndelag county, Norway * Kaura Namoda, a local government area in Zamfara State, Nigeria Other uses * Kaura (band), an American progressive alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California formed in 2005 * Kaura (dance), a traditional folk dance indigenous to Nepal * ''Kaura'', the former German submarine U-995, used by Norway after World War II * Kaurna peoples of the Adelaide Plains area, South Australia, sometimes spelt Kaura ** Kaurna language Kaurna ( or ) is a Pama-Nyungan language historically spoken by the Kaurna peoples of the Adelaid ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katuutire Kaura
Katuutire Kaura (3 February 1941 – 22 January 2022) was a Namibian politician. He was president of the Democratic Turnhalle Alliance (DTA) from 1998 to 2013 and was the official leader of the Opposition (parliamentary), opposition from 2000 to 2005.Profile at Namibian Parliament website Life and career Kaura was born in Ombujondjupa in South West Africa, then administered by the Union of South Africa (today the Otjozondjupa Region of Namibia). He went into exile in the United States during the 1970s and taught at Nyack High School in Upper Nyack, New York from 1972 to 1978; he also taught at Rockland Community College from 1973 to 1975. During the same period, Kaura attended the universities of Long Island University, Long Island and Columbia University, Columbia. From 1989 t ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura Khan Qaisrani
Kaura Khan Qaisrani was the Ziledar of Tibbi Qaisrani. He was also the Wadera of his clan when the son of Sardar Mitha Khan Qaisrani, Sardar Fazal Ilahi Khan was chief of Qaisrani baloch tribe during 18th century. Kora khan had a territory expanding over 10,000 acres which is now known as Tibbi Qaisrani, in tehsil Taunsa district Dera Ghazi khan. Recounting the story As Baloch herdsmen lead their sheep and goats across the wild and desolate gorges in search of forage forever scarce, they sing the ''vars'' (ballads) of their heroes. One that resounds across the Suleman crags is the story of Kaura Khan of the Qaisrani Qaisrani is a Baloch clan of Rind tribe. They live mostly in Balochistan, Pakistan Pakistan ( ur, ), officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan ( ur, , label=none), is a country in South Asia. It is the world's List of countries an ... tribe. Not only is it sung in verse, it is narrated in prose as well — all of its several versions that vary but ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Satish Kumar Kaura
Satish Kumar Kaura is an Indian technocrat, industrialist and the founder of Samtel Group, where he holds the post of the chairman. He is also the chairman and managing director of Samcor Glass Limited and the executive director of Samtel Colour Limited. An elected Fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), Kaura is the first recipient of the ''Distinguished Alumnus Award'' of the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. The Government of India awarded him the fourth highest civilian honour of the Padma Shri, in 2004, for his contributions to Indian industrial sector. Biography S. K. Kaura was born in a middle-class family on 18 December 1944 and joining the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, he graduated in electrical engineering (BTech) in 1966. Later, he moved to Canada and secured a master's degree (MS) in electronics from Carleton University. Returning to India, he founded Samtel Group in 1973 and established ''Teletube Electronics Limited'', a small ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura, Iran
Khur Ab ( fa, خوراب, also Romanized as Khūr Āb; also known as Ḩūrāb, Kaura, Khorab, Khūro, Khūrrāb, and Khūru) is a village in Dehram Rural District, Dehram District, Farashband County, Fars Province, Iran Iran, officially the Islamic Republic of Iran, and also called Persia, is a country located in Western Asia. It is bordered by Iraq and Turkey to the west, by Azerbaijan and Armenia to the northwest, by the Caspian Sea and Turkmeni .... At the 2006 census, its population was 116, in 26 families. References Populated places in Farashband County {{Farashband-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura, Kaduna State
Kaura (Tyap: Watyap) is a town and a Local Government Area in southern Kaduna State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Kaura in Asholyio (Moroa) Chiefdom. The Local Government Council is chaired by Matthias Siman. Other towns include: Manchok and Kagoro. It has an area of 461 km and a population of 174,626 at the 2006 census. The postal code of the area is 801. Boundaries Kaura (''Watyap'') Local Government Area shares boundaries with Zangon Kataf Local Government Area to the west, Kauru Local Government Area to the north, Jema'a Local Government Area to the south and Plateau State to the east, respectively. Administrative subdivisions Kaura Local Government Area consists of 10 subdivisions (second-order administrative divisions) or electoral wards, namely: #Agban #Bondong (Gbandang) #Fada (Ucyio) #Kadarko #Kaura (Watyap) #Kpak #Kukum #Malagum (Zali) #Manchok (Tsok) #Zankan Population Kaura (''Watyap'') Local Government Area according to the March 21, 2006 national ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura Lighthouse
Kaura Lighthouse ( no, Kaura fyr) is a coastal lighthouse in the municipality of Åfjord in Trøndelag county, Norway. The tall tower is located on the small island of Kaura in the mouth of the Brandsfjorden about west of the village of Bessaker and about northwest of the village of Roan. The lighthouse was built in 1931 and automated in 1959. The red, cylindrical, cast iron tower has one white stripe around it and a white, stone foundation. The light sits at the top, at an elevation of above sea level. The 4,050-candela light emits two flashes every 10 seconds, flashing white, red, or green depending on direction. It can be seen for . There is a concrete boathouse on the shore of the small island that is connected to the lighthouse by a long concrete bridge. See also *Lighthouses in Norway *List of lighthouses in Norway The following is a sortable, but partial list of active and some decommissioned Lighthouses in Norway, lighthouses along the Norwegian coastline. The se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura Namoda
Kaura Namoda is a Local Government Area in Zamfara State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Kaura-Namoda, home to the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura-Namoda. It has an area of 868 km and a population of 281,367 at the 2006 census. Historical Origin Kaura Namoda was founded in 1807 by Muhammadu Namoda who was a prince of Alibawa ruling family of Zurmi and an 18th century military genius. Postal code The postal code of the area is 882. Transport It is served by a station at the terminus of a branch line of the western line of the national railway network. In 2014, this line is proposed to be rehabilitated and extended to Niamey in Niger. See also * Railway stations in Nigeria Railway stations in Nigeria include: Maps UN MapUNHCR Atlas Map Cities served by rail The East (E) and West (W) lines are connected by the Link Line. West Line * Apapa (W) - Lagos. Port ; flour mill ; oil terminals * Lagos (W) (0 ... References Local Govern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura (band)
Kaura is an American, progressive, alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California. Kaura is a band formed in 2005 by Malcolm Guess and Benjamin Jones. The band has been invited to open for the likes of Tool, Rob Zombie, and Entrance Band by Bill Graham Presents in San Francisco.Kaura's myspace page The band's sound is recognizable by its trademark use of ancient instruments like Hammered Dulcimer, Indonesian Gamelan, and Indian Tabla as well as delayed guitars, and an epic and aggressive sound. The band self-released a debut EP in 2005 which featured Paz Lenchantin from A Perfect Circle and Zwan on the track Dividing Lines. Guitarist Ben Rojas joined the band shortly after the band's first EP was recorded and after several bassists, Joshua Albright became a permanent member of the band. Kaura released their first full-length album in Sept of 2011 which was packaged with a DVD that included two new music videos and an hour long making of the album documentary. Assisting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaura (dance)
Kaura, also known as Kauda and Chutka, is a folk musical performance indigenous to the hilly regions of Nepal. It is believed to have originated in the Magar community of Rising Ranipokhari, Tanahun. According to historians, it was originally called Kandraha dance. Traditionally associated with the Magar people, it is also performed by the Gurung, Darai, Bhujel and Dura communities. Although associated with its distinctive costume, musical instruments and prosody, some have expressed concern that Kaura is losing its authenticity due to perversions introduced by commercialization and external influence, while others have been more optimistic deeming the changes a natural part of the cultural evolution and increasing popularity. See also * Maruni ''Maruni'' is a Nepalese folk dance of the Magar community. Alongside Nepal, it is popular in Nepalese diasporic communities of India (Darjeeling, Assam, Sikkim), Bhutan and Myanmar. It is one of the oldest and most famous danc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
German Submarine U-995
German submarine ''U-995'' is a Type VIIC/41 U-boat of Nazi Germany's '' Kriegsmarine'' and the only one of its class still in existence. She was laid down on 25 November 1942 by Blohm & Voss in Hamburg, Germany, and commissioned on 16 September 1943 with ''Oberleutnant zur See'' Walter Köhntopp in command. She is preserved at Laboe Naval Memorial near Kiel. Design German Type VIIC/41 submarines were preceded by the heavier Type VIIC submarines. ''U-995'' had a displacement of when at the surface and while submerged. She had a total length of , a pressure hull length of , a beam of , a height of , and a draught of . The submarine was powered by two Germaniawerft F46 four-stroke, six-cylinder supercharged diesel engines producing a total of for use while surfaced, two Brown, Boveri & Cie GG UB 720/8 double-acting electric motors producing a total of for use while submerged. She had two shafts and two propellers. The boat was capable of operating at depths of up t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaurna
The Kaurna people (, ; also Coorna, Kaura, Gaurna and other variations) are a group of Aboriginal people whose traditional lands include the Adelaide Plains of South Australia. They were known as the Adelaide tribe by the early settlers. Kaurna culture and language were almost completely destroyed within a few decades of the British colonisation of South Australia in 1836. However, extensive documentation by early missionaries and other researchers has enabled a modern revival of both language and culture. The phrase ''Kaurna meyunna'' means "Kaurna people". Etymology The early settlers of South Australia referred to the various indigenous tribes of the Adelaide Plains and Fleurieu Peninsula as "Rapid Bay tribe", "the Encounter Bay tribe", "the Adelaide tribe", the Kouwandilla tribe, "the Wirra tribe", "the Noarlunga tribe" (the Ngurlonnga band) and the Willunga tribe (the Willangga band). The extended family groups of the Adelaide Plains, who spoke dialects of a common lang ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
