Source- This post is based on the article “Navy unveils new Admirals’ epaulettes in ‘true reflection of Indian rich maritime heritage‘” published in “The Hindu” on 29th December 2023. Why in the News? The new design of epaulettes for admirals has been unveiled by the Navy, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement during the Navy… Continue reading Indian Navy unveils new epaulettes for admirals
Category: History and Art & Culture in News
Veer Bal Diwas
Source– This post is based on the article “Veer Bal Diwas: Recalling the ‘supreme sacrifice’ of Guru Gobind Singh’s sons” published in “The Indian Express” on 26th December 2023. Why in the News? Veer Bal Diwas is observed on December 26 to honor the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh’s youngest sons Sahibzada Baba Zorawar Singh… Continue reading Veer Bal Diwas
Pompeii’s ancient art of textile dyeing revived
Source– This post is based on the article “Pompeii’s ancient art of textile dyeing revived to show another side of life before eruption” published in “The Hindu” on 21st December 2023. Why in the News? A new project within the Pompeii archaeological site is showcasing ancient textile dyeing techniques. This will reveal a different aspect… Continue reading Pompeii’s ancient art of textile dyeing revived
Sahitya Akademi announces awards
Source– This post is based on the article “Sahitya Akademi announces awards; Requiem in Raga Janki best English work” published in “The Hindu” on 21st December 2023. Why in the News? Sahitya Akademi has announced the annual Sahitya Akademi Awards 2023 in 24 languages. The awards are for books published between January 2017 and December… Continue reading Sahitya Akademi announces awards
Koya tribe
Source- This post is based on the article “Koya tribe rides the eco-friendly wave to help conserve the Indian Bison of Eastern Ghats” published in “The Hindu” on 9th December 2023. Why in the News? In an effort to conserve the Indian Bison, the Koya tribe of Andhra Pradesh, India, is switching from traditional bison… Continue reading Koya tribe
Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag
Source: The post is based on the article “Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag” published in “Deccan Herald” on 5th December 2023 Why in the News? Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric, Garo Dakmanda (traditional dress), Larnai pottery and Garo Chubitchi (alcoholic beverage) has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. What is Lakadong Turmeric? Specifications… Continue reading Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag
Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project
Source– This post is based on the article “Ministry of Culture launched Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project” published in “PIB” on 7th December 2023. Why in the News? The Ministry of Culture has launched the ‘Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ (MGMD) project for cultural mapping and documentation of villages across India. What is Mera Gaon Meri… Continue reading Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project
Garba of Gujarat makes it to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list
Source: The post is based on the article “Garba of Gujarat makes it to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list” published in “The Hindu” on 7th December 2023 Why in the News? Garba has been included in the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is the 15th cultural item from India to make it to… Continue reading Garba of Gujarat makes it to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list
Navy of Ancient India
Source– This post is based on the article “Navy Day: As PM Modi praises Shivaji’s naval prowess, a look at the Maratha Navy” published in “The Indian Express” on 5th December 2023. Why in the News? PM Narendra Modi, on the occasion of Navy Day (December 4), highlighted Shivaji’s naval power, and announced that epaulettes… Continue reading Navy of Ancient India
The art of Tantric Buddhism
Source– This post is based on the article “The art of Tantric Buddhism” published in “Live mint” on 2nd December 2023. Why in the News? The recently published book ‘Buddhism: A journey through art’, written by R. M. Woodward, looks at Asia’s Buddhist art traditions, especially Tantric Buddhist painting and sculpture. What is Tantric Buddhism?… Continue reading The art of Tantric Buddhism
