Source- This post on the Discovery of the World’s Oldest Cave Painting has been created based on the article “World’s oldest cave painting was created at least 51,000 years ago” published in “The Hindu” on 9 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, researchers have found the cave painting in Indonesia which is the world’s oldest… Continue reading Discovery of the World’s Oldest Cave Painting
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Samayapurathu Mariamman Temple
Source- This post on the Samayapurathu Mariamman Temple has been created based on the article “Coffee-table book on over 1,200-year-old Samayapuram Mariamman temple released” published in “The Hindu” on 8 July 2024. Why in the news? In recognition of the temple’s cultural and spiritual significance, The Hindu Group of Publications has released a coffee-table book… Continue reading Samayapurathu Mariamman Temple
International Council on Monuments and Sites
Source- This post on the International Council on Monuments and Sites has been created based on the article “Ahom ‘Moidam’ recommended for inclusion in UNESCO World Heritage List” published in “The Hindu” on 6 July 2024. Why in the news? The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) has recommended the inclusion of the Ahom era… Continue reading International Council on Monuments and Sites
Abhaya Mudra
Source-This post on “Abhaya mudra” has been created based on the article “What is the significance of ‘abhaya mudra’, invoked by Rahul Gandhi in Parliament” published in “The Indian Express” on 3rd July 2024. Why in the news? Rahul Gandhi invoked the ‘abhaya mudra’ during his first speech as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha.… Continue reading Abhaya Mudra
Dodol
Source– This post on Dodol has been created based on the article “GI tag for Dodol: Moving beyond the authenticity debate” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Last week, the Goa government applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Goan sweet Dodol. The All-Goa Baker’s and Confectioners Association applied… Continue reading Dodol
Nalanda University
Source- This post on Nalanda University has been created based on the article “PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Nalanda University in Bihar today” published in “Hindustan Times” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new Nalanda University campus near the ancient university ruins in Rajgir. About… Continue reading Nalanda University
Juneteenth and its significance
Source– This post on Juneteenth and its significance has been created based on the article ” What is Juneteenth and what is its significance?” published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Juneteenth has been observed on June 19, in the United States of America. About Juneteenth Juneteenth is a… Continue reading Juneteenth and its significance
Prerna Sthal
Source– This post on Prerna Sthal is based on the article “Vice President inaugurates Prerna Sthal at Parliament House Complex” published in “PIB” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar recently inaugurated the Prerna Sthal at the Parliament House Complex. About Prerna Sthal 1. Prerna Sthal is located at the Parliament… Continue reading Prerna Sthal
Satnamis Community
Source– This post on Satnamis Community is based on the article “Satnamis protest desecration; attack SP office, torch vehicles in Chhattisgarh” published in “The Hindu” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, a huge mob from the Satnami community in Chhattisgarh’s Baloda Bazar district torched dozens of vehicles, pelted stones at police personnel, and… Continue reading Satnamis Community
124th Death Anniversary of Birsa Munda
Source-This post on Birsa Munda has been created based on the article “Birsa Munda’s 124th death anniversary: Significance of the tribal leader’s contributions” published in “Indian Express” on 10 June 2024. Why in News? Recently tribute was paid to revolutionary tribal leader Birsa Munda marking the 124th anniversary of his death. About Birsa Munda i)… Continue reading 124th Death Anniversary of Birsa Munda
