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Gajapati Empire

News: Recently, a Telugu medieval inscription associated with the Gajapathi rulers of Odisha has been discovered on a stone pillar of Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple at Ramachandrapura Agraharam in Guntur. About Gajapati Empire The Gajapati Empire was a medieval Hindu monarchy in the Indian subcontinent. Reign Period: It reigned from c.1434 to 1541. Founded by: It… Continue reading Gajapati Empire

Kharg Island

News: U.S.A forces struck military targets on Kharg Island, warning its oil infrastructure could be targeted if Iran disrupts regional shipping. About Kharg Island Location: Kharg Island is a continental island of Iran located in the Persian Gulf. The island is 25 km off the coast of Iran and 483 km northwest of the Strait of… Continue reading Kharg Island

National Shipping Board

News: The government held an interaction with the National Shipping Board to discuss challenges in the shipping sector and ways to strengthen maritime capacity. About National Shipping Board It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India.  Established in: It was established in 1959 under Section 4 of the… Continue reading National Shipping Board

Kurumba Painting

News: Kurumba painting need conservation and revival as it is on the verge of extinction, with fewer than 10 practising artists remaining. About Kurumba Painting Kurumba art is a prehistoric art form originated from the Kurumba tribe in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.  Note: The Kurumba tribe primarily resides in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil… Continue reading Kurumba Painting

Black Rain

News: The World Health Organization has warned about health risks from “black rain” reported in Iran after oil facility fires. About Black Rain It is uncommon atmospheric phenomenon where rain becomes contaminated during its passage through the atmosphere, particularly in highly contaminated atmospheric layers. It contains dark, often black, grey, or oily droplets. How it… Continue reading Black Rain

Dandi March

News: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and all the brave freedom fighters who took part in the historic march ‘Dandi Satyagraha. About Dandi March Mahatma Gandhi launched the non-violent Civil Disobedience Movement with the Dandi March. The march began on 12 March 1930 and… Continue reading Dandi March

Bug Bounty Programme

News: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched its first structured Bug Bounty Programme. About Bug Bounty Programme It is the first structured programme to enhance the security of the Aadhaar ecosystem by inviting cybersecurity experts to identify potential vulnerabilities in its digital platforms. Launched by: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Aim:… Continue reading Bug Bounty Programme

ICANN85 Community Forum

News: The ICANN85 Community Forum is being organized from 7th to 12th March 2026 at Jio Convention Center in Mumbai. About ICANN85 Community Forum It is a platform that brings governments, technical experts, and industry stakeholders together to discuss how collectively they can keep the internet open, secure, and accessible for everyone. Organised at: Jio Convention… Continue reading ICANN85 Community Forum

Commercial Banks – Prudential Norms on Declaration of Dividend and Remittance of Profit) Directions, 2026

News: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued Commercial Banks – Prudential Norms on Declaration of Dividend and Remittance of Profit) Directions 2026 to revise prudential norms for dividend declaration by commercial banks. About Commercial Banks – Prudential Norms on Declaration of Dividend and Remittance of Profit) Directions 2026 Come into effect: The new directions… Continue reading Commercial Banks – Prudential Norms on Declaration of Dividend and Remittance of Profit) Directions, 2026

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