News: Tripura Chief Minister inaugurated the week-long Kharchi Puja, one of the state’s largest and most significant religious and cultural festivals. About Kharchi Puja It is week- long, annual Puja held at old Agartala in Tripura. It is also called the ‘Festival of 14 Gods’. The word ‘Kharchi’ is derived from two Tripuri words –… Continue reading Kharchi Puja
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Subramania Siva
News: Vice-President of India paid floral tributes to the great freedom fighter Thiru Subramania Siva at the Uprashtrapati Bhawan on the occasion of his death anniversary. About Subramania Siva Birth: He was born on 4 October 1884 in Wattalakundi, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. Hw is also known as Sivam and Siva. He was honoured as ‘Veeramurasu’. He fought for freedom by combining politics and spirituality.… Continue reading Subramania Siva
Journey of the Tiranga/India’s National Flag
News: Seventy-nine years ago on July 22, 1947, the Constituent Assembly adopted the design of India’s National Flag. About Journey of the Tiranga/ India’s National Flag The National Flag embodies the sacrifices of the freedom movement and the ideals of the Republic. Evolution During the Freedom Movement: 1904: Sister Nivedita designed one of the earliest… Continue reading Journey of the Tiranga/India’s National Flag
Batukeshwar Dutt
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh have paid tribute to revolutionary and freedom fighter Batukeshwar Dutt on his death anniversary. About Batukeshwar Dutt Batukeshwar Dutt was an Indian revolutionary in the early 1900s. He was also known as BK Dutta. Birth: He was born on November 18, 1910, in the… Continue reading Batukeshwar Dutt
Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY)
News: The Ministry of Culture implements the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) under which financial assistance is provided directly to eligible artists, cultural groups and cultural organizations across the country. About Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY) is a Central Sector Scheme. Nodal Ministry: The Ministry of Culture implements the scheme.… Continue reading Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY)
Thukkachi Temple
News: The 12th-century Thukkachi Temple was exemplary restored which preserved the temple’s historical authenticity through a blend of traditional knowledge and modern conservation technology. About Thukkachi Temple Location: It is situated in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of the Arasalar River in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It is also known… Continue reading Thukkachi Temple
Sushruta
News: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated ‘Saushrutam 2026’ at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi on Sushruta Jayanti. About Sushruta Sushruta was a distinguished surgeon who flourished around 600 BCE in the ancient city of Kashi, India. He is believed to be the son of a sage Vishwamitra and… Continue reading Sushruta
Korku Community
News: Nearly 2,000 Korku community members from 150 villages marched in Madhya Pradesh demanding removal of forest encroachments and protection of livelihoods. About Korku Community The Korku are an ancient, peaceful Adivasi community belonging to the Munda group and recognized as a Scheduled Tribe by the Government of India. Distribution: The Korku community is mostly found… Continue reading Korku Community
Ravidassias
News: Thousands of Ravidassias gathered in Punjab’s Phagwara to renew their demand for a separate “Ravidassia religion”category in the Census. About Ravidassias Ravidassias are a Dalit community that follows the spiritual teachings, egalitarian philosophy, and mystic poetry of Guru Ravidas. Distribution: The bulk of the community, comprising nearly 12 lakh people, lives in the Doaba… Continue reading Ravidassias
Mojari Craft
News: The Centre has granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag to Jodhpur’s nearly 200-year-old Mojari craft, giving it official recognition and better global branding. About Mojari Craft Mojari is a traditional handcrafted leather footwear of Jodhpur that has now received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Origins: Traditional Community: The Mojari craft is closely associated with the… Continue reading Mojari Craft
