/*
Theme Name: Indian Web Expert Ready Blog
Theme URI: https://indianwebexpert.com/
Author: Indian Web Expert
Author URI: https://indianwebexpert.com/
Description: Fast, mobile-first editorial WordPress theme for tech guides, online services, education, sports, entertainment, health and news.
Version: 3.0.0
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GNU General Public License v2 or later
Text Domain: iwe-editorial
*/
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