News: Rishi Rajpopat solved Panini’s grammar rule conflict problem and explained it in his book, receiving global recognition for the discovery. About Panini Historical background: Panini was an ancient Indian scholar who lived around the 500 BCE. Place of origin: He lived in Gandhara, likely at Salatura, which lies in present-day north-west Pakistan. Academic association:… Continue reading Panini and Ashtadhyayi
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Dasosaurus tocantinensis
News: Brazilian scientists identified a new giant dinosaur species with links to Spain, supporting past land connections among South America, Africa and Europe. About Dasosaurus Tocantinensis Dasosaurus tocantinensis is a newly identified species of giant, long-necked herbivorous dinosaur discovered in Brazil. Location: Fossils were unearthed in the Maranhão region of northeastern Brazil, near the Tocantins… Continue reading Dasosaurus tocantinensis
Nagoya Protocol
News: India submitted its First National Report on Nagoya Protocol implementation to CBD Secretariat on 27 February 2026, covering progress from 2017–2025. About Nagoya Protocol The Nagoya Protocol is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity for access and benefit sharing (ABS). Adoption: It was adopted on 29 October 2010 in Nagoya, Japan.… Continue reading Nagoya Protocol
Tribes Art Fest 2026
News: Tribes Art Fest 2026 was held in New Delhi, showcasing over 1,000 artworks by 75 tribal artists from more than 30 traditions. About Tribes Art Fest 2026 A national cultural event showcasing diverse tribal art traditions and promoting indigenous cultural heritage. Organised by: It is organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration… Continue reading Tribes Art Fest 2026
Captive Generating Plant (CGP)
News: The Government amended Electricity Rules, 2026 to strengthen captive power framework, improve clarity, and support industrial competitiveness and energy transition. About Captive Generating Plant (CGP) A Captive Generating Plant is a power plant set up by persons or companies for generating electricity mainly for their own use. Objective: The objective is to provide reliable… Continue reading Captive Generating Plant (CGP)
Nor’westers
News: A Nor’wester storm in Mayurbhanj caused deaths, injuries, damaged houses, uprooted trees, and disrupted electricity across several districts. About Nor’westers Nor’westers are local winds that affect eastern and northeastern India during summer and cause severe thunderstorms with strong weather activity. Origin: These storms originate over the Chhotanagpur Plateau between Bihar and Jharkhand and move… Continue reading Nor’westers
Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur and Matua Community
News: Union Home Minister extended greetings to Matua community on Matua Dharma Mela marking 215th birth anniversary of Harichand Thakur. About Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur Shree Shree Harichand Thakur was a social reformer and founder of the Matua sect. Birth : He was born in Safaladanga village in Gopalgunj in a Vaishnavite Namashudra… Continue reading Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur and Matua Community
Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS / NavIC)
News: ISRO informed that the atomic clock of the satellite IRNSS-1F stopped working on March 13, 2026, causing the loss of positioning data from that satellite. About Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS / NavIC) The Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) is an independent regional navigation satellite system for positioning services. It is also called as… Continue reading Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS / NavIC)
Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Initiative
News: Union Minister inaugurated the Samriddhi Kendra at Umri village under the Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Initiative. About Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Initiative Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Initiative is a pilot project that integrates physical and digital services to deliver multiple citizen services in rural areas. Implemented by: The initiative is implemented by the… Continue reading Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Initiative
National Chambal Sanctuary
News: The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of illegal sand mining threatening the fragile ecosystem of the National Chambal Sanctuary and its gharial habitat. About National Chambal Sanctuary Location: The sanctuary lies at the tri-junction of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. National Chambal Sanctuary is India’s first and only tri-state protected riverine sanctuary.… Continue reading National Chambal Sanctuary
