News: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today visited the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta. About Prambanan Temple It is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia and among the most significant in Southeast Asia. It is also the second largest in Southeast Asia after Angkor Wat in Cambodia. … Continue reading Prambanan Temple
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Char Kaman and Charminar Complex
News: The Government of Telangana has announced a restoration project of Char Kaman which is historically part of Charminar Complex. About Char Kaman and Charminar Complex Build by: The Charminar was built between 1589 and 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. It is a square shaped structure… Continue reading Char Kaman and Charminar Complex
Pandavani
News: Teejan Bai, the renowned Pandavani artist, passed away on July 5, 2026, after taking the Chhattisgarhi folk tradition to global audiences. About Pandavani Pandavani is a traditional folk-narrative and musical performance art from Chhattisgarh based on the Mahabharata. Origin: Pandavani originated from the rural oral traditions of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha to help common people… Continue reading Pandavani
Rung Community
News: The Rung community opposed the installation of a three-tonne artificial Shivling near Om Parvat, stating that it violated their tradition of nature worship. About Rung Community The Rung (Rang or Shauka) community is an indigenous trans-Himalayan tribal community that follows nature worship and has a distinct Himalayan cultural identity. Distribution: The community lives in the… Continue reading Rung Community
Muzhiyan Kulam
News: Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the restored Muzhiyan Kulam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry. About Muzhiyan Kulam Location: The Muzhiyan Kulam is located near Thavalakuppam at Pooranankuppam in Puducherry. It is also known as Naangu Mozhi Kulam. Historical significance: It is a more-than-400-year-old historic pond and is believed to date back to… Continue reading Muzhiyan Kulam
Chapekar Brothers
News: On June 22, 1897, the Chapekar brothers attacked Walter Charles Rand during Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Pune. About Chapekar Brothers The Chapekar brothers: Damodar Hari Chapekar (28), Balkrishna Hari Chapekar (24), and Vasudeo Hari Chapekar (18) – were Indian revolutionaries who took up armed resistance against British colonial rule. They hold a unique… Continue reading Chapekar Brothers
Thewa Art
News: Thewa art received global attention when Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Thewa cufflinks to Slovak President Peter Pellegrini during his visit to Slovakia. About Thewa Art Thewa art is an intricate and elegant form of jewellery-making that involves fusing gold onto colored glass to create intricate designs and patterns. Origin: It originated in the Pratapgarh… Continue reading Thewa Art
Battle of Plassey
News: June 23, 2026 marks 269 years of the Battle of Plassey, a turning point in British expansion in India. About Battle of Plassey The Battle of Plassey was fought on 23 June 1757 between the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah of Bengal. Location: The battle was fought near Palashi… Continue reading Battle of Plassey
International Day of Yoga 2026
News: Union AYUSH Minister Prataprao Jadhav announced that the main national event of International Day of Yoga 2026 will be held in Kolkata. About International Day of Yoga 2026 International Day of Yoga is a global observance that promotes awareness about the benefits of yoga for health and well-being. Origin: It began in 2014 after… Continue reading International Day of Yoga 2026
GI Tag Products from Jharkhand
News: Jharkhand’s Bhagaiya silk, Kuchai silk, Munda jewellery, and bamboo craft products have received Geographical Indication (GI) tag recognition. About GI Tag Products from Jharkhand 1. Bhagaiya Silk: Identity: Bhagaiya silk is a hand-spun silk textile of Jharkhand. Community Association: It is mainly woven by Santhal tribal women. Uniqueness: The silk is deeply rooted in… Continue reading GI Tag Products from Jharkhand
