News: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahakavi Subramania Bharati on his birth anniversary and highlighted his lasting influence. About Mahakavi Subramania Bharati Birth: He was born on 11 December 1882 in Ettayapuram in Tirunelveli District in Tamil Nadu. His childhood name was Subbiah. His father was Chinnaswamy Iyer and his mother was… Continue reading Mahakavi Subramania Bharati
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Rural Economic Conditions and Sentiments Survey (RECSS)
News: The eighth round of RECSS shows strong revival in rural demand, rising incomes and improved household well-being over the past year. About Rural Economic Conditions and Sentiments Survey (RECSS) RECSS captures a mix of quantitative economic indicators (income, consumption, savings/borrowings, investment) and qualitative/subjective parameters reflecting household sentiments of rural population, like expectations of future income,… Continue reading Rural Economic Conditions and Sentiments Survey (RECSS)
Fonio (Digitaria exilis) and Sikiya (Digitaria sanguilanis)
News: Fonio and Sikiya are discussed because both are wild millets valued by rural and tribal communities but face different levels of recognition. About Fonio (Digitaria exilis) Location: Fonio is an ancient and widely cultivated cereal in the dry savannas of West Africa (e.g., Guinea, Nigeria, Senegal). Properties It is known as one of the… Continue reading Fonio (Digitaria exilis) and Sikiya (Digitaria sanguilanis)
Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary
News: The Charaichung Festival was organised on Majuli Island in Assam to revive and conserve the nearly defunct Royal Bird Sanctuary and promote its global recognition. About Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary is Asia’s first protected bird sanctuary. Established in: It was established in 1633 AD by Ahom king Swargadeu Pratap Singha.… Continue reading Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary
EU Fine on X
News: Elon Musk-owned X was fined €120 million by the European Commission for violating transparency rules under the Digital Services Act. About EU Fine on X The European Commission imposed a €120 million fine on X after a two-year investigation found violations of transparency requirements under the Digital Services Act(DSA). This is the first penalty… Continue reading EU Fine on X
Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity
News: The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda recently signed the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity during a meeting hosted by President Donald J. Trump. About Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity The Democratic Republic of the Congo–Rwanda peace agreement is officially known as the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity. Signed on: It… Continue reading Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity
Key Facts about Benin
News: Recently, Benin’s President Patrice Talon addressed citizens after forces in Cotonou foiled a coup attempt by soldiers called the Military Committee for Refoundation. Key Facts about Benin Location: Benin is a country in western Africa that extends northward from the Gulf of Guinea to the Niger River. Capital: The official capital is Porto-Novo, while… Continue reading Key Facts about Benin
Cosmic Filament
News: Recently, University of Oxford researchers reported a cosmic filament about 50 million lightyears long that is traced by at least 14 galaxies. About Cosmic Filament A cosmic filament is one of the largest thread-like structures in the universe’s cosmic web that links giant clusters of galaxies through long, thin strands. Formation A filament forms… Continue reading Cosmic Filament
Winter Olympics 2026
News: The Olympic flame was lit at Italy’s presidential palace and began its nationwide relay for the 2026 Winter Games. About Winter Olympics 2026 The 2026 Winter Olympics, formally the 25th edition of the Winter Olympic Games and widely referred to as Milano Cortina 2026. Hosted by: It is going to be held in northern… Continue reading Winter Olympics 2026
Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025
News: Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025, the fifth India–Malaysia joint military exercise, began at Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. About Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025 Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025 is a bilateral joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Royal Malaysian Army. Origin: It has been conducted since 2012. Aim: The aim is to jointly rehearse sub-conventional… Continue reading Exercise Harimau Shakti-2025
