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
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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
Nyishi Tribe
Source-This post on Nyishi Tribe has been created based on the article “From 22 yards to top of the world: 1st woman from Arunachal’s Nyishi tribe scales Everest” published in “Times of India”. Why in News? Recently, mountaineer and cricketer Kabak Yano made history as the fifth woman from Arunachal Pradesh and the first from… Continue reading Nyishi Tribe
Stone age and related study
Source-This post on Stone age and related study has been created based on the article “Was the Stone Age actually the Age of Wood?” published in “Indian Express” on 24 May 2024. Why in News? New research suggests that the Stone Age, a longprehistoric period known for human and ancestral use of stone tools, could… Continue reading Stone age and related study
Recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques
Source-This post on Recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques has been created based on the article “Secret behind construction of Egypt’s pyramids: What a new study reveals” published in “The Indian Express” on 20 May 2024. Why in the news? A recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques provides insights into how ancient Egyptians transported massive stone… Continue reading Recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques
Bharat Parva Celebration at Cannes festival
Source-This post on Bharat Parva Celebration has been created based on the article “Bharat Parv celebration takes centerstage at Cannes Film Festival” published in “PIB” on 17 May 2024. Why in the news? Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has recently hosted the inaugural Bharat Parva event at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.… Continue reading Bharat Parva Celebration at Cannes festival
