News: Amir Khusrau, the legendary 13th-century Sufi poet and musician, is in the news due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the 25th edition of Jahan-e-Khusrau, an annual Sufi music festival held in his honor. About Amir Khusrau He was born in 1253, likely in Patiyali, Etah district, Uttar Pradesh. Amir Khusrau is credited… Continue reading Amir Khusrau
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Cholanaikkan Tribe
News: The innovative initiative by Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) to provide education to a bed-ridden tribal girl from the Cholanaikkan tribe in Malappuram, Kerala, has made headlines. About Cholanaikkan Tribe The Cholanaikkan are a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG) living in the forests of Kerala, India. They are primarily found in the Nilambur forests of… Continue reading Cholanaikkan Tribe
Chandra Shekhar Azad
News: Chandra Shekhar Azad is in the news as February 27, 2025, marked the anniversary of his martyrdom. About Chandra Shekhar Azad (1906–1931) He was a revolutionary freedom fighter who played a crucial role in India’s struggle for independence against British rule. He was born on July 23, 1906, in Bhabhra, Madhya Pradesh. He was… Continue reading Chandra Shekhar Azad
Soliga Tribe
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Soligas in his Mann Ki Baat program for their role in tiger conservation. About Soliga Tribe The Soliga tribe primarily inhabits the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. They are also found in parts of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. In 2011, the Soligas… Continue reading Soliga Tribe
Battle of Karnal
News: The Battle of Karnal on February 24, 1739, was a pivotal moment in the history of the Mughal Empire. About Battle of Karnal (1739) The Battle of Karnal, fought on February 24, 1739, was a decisive conflict between the Persian emperor Nadir Shah and the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah Rangila. By the early 18th… Continue reading Battle of Karnal
Tea Horse Road
News: Recently, China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, shared a post on X about the historic Tea Horse Road, a trade route spanning over 2,000 km that connected China to India through Tibet. About Tea Horse Road It is an ancient trade route connecting China to India via Tibet. It spanned over 2,000 km, passing… Continue reading Tea Horse Road
Ajit Singh- Indian Freedom Fighter
News: On February 23, 2021, Pagri Sambhal Diwas was established to honor Ajit Singh’s contributions and recognize the continuing struggles of farmers. About Ajit Singh Ajit Singh (born February 23, 1881) was the younger brother of Sardar Kishan Singh and the uncle of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Ajit Singh played a key role in the Pagri… Continue reading Ajit Singh- Indian Freedom Fighter
Dokra Artwork
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted an exquisite Dokra sculpture to French President Emmanuel Macron during his visit to France in February 2025. About Dokra Artwork Dokra artwork is an ancient and celebrated form of metal casting that originated in India over 4,000 years ago. It is known for its rustic charm and intricate detailing,… Continue reading Dokra Artwork
Fort William Renamed as Vijay Durg
News: In a significant move towards eliminating colonial influences in the Indian Armed Forces, Fort William, the Eastern Command Headquarters of the Indian Army in Kolkata, has been officially renamed Vijay Durg. Historical Significance of Fort William Originally constructed by the British in 1781, Fort William was named after King William III of England. It… Continue reading Fort William Renamed as Vijay Durg
Dashavatar Theatre
News: The centuries-old traditional theatre form Dashavatar, performed in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district and parts of north Goa, is in the spotlight as it continues to preserve its cultural essence despite changing times. About Dashavatar Theatre Dashavatar is a traditional folk theatre form performed in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district and parts of north Goa. The art form… Continue reading Dashavatar Theatre
