News: On September 11, 2025, India commemorates Acharya Vinoba Bhave’s 130th birth anniversary, celebrating his legacy in the independence movement, and Bhoodan Movement. About Acharya Vinoba Bhave He (1895–1982) was born in Maharashtra, Vinoba Bhave was a philosopher and social reformer inspired by Gandhi’s non-violence and Satyagraha. Freedom Struggle Contributions: In 1925, Gandhi entrusted him… Continue reading Acharya Vinoba Bhave
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Langkhun / Lankhong Festival
News: Tiwa tribesmen celebrate Langkhun festival in Umsowai village in Karbi Anglong district of Assam. About Langkhun / Lankhong Festival During this harvest festival, the Tiwa community presents sacred offerings to Ramsa Devota and other deities, seeking protection of their paddy from pests and an abundant yield. They also pray for the prosperity and good… Continue reading Langkhun / Lankhong Festival
Bhupen Hazarika
News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika on his birth anniversary. About Bhupen Hazarika Bhupen Hazarika was a cultural icon from Assam and Northeast India. He was born in 1926 in Sadiya, Assam. He was a singer, lyricist, musician, filmmaker, and cultural activist. He is popularly known as… Continue reading Bhupen Hazarika
Self-Respect Movement
News: Oxford conference commemorates the centenary of the Self-Respect Movement, highlighting Periyar’s worldwide impact. About the Self-Respect Movement It was a social reform movement launched in 1925 by E.V. Ramasamy (Periyar) in Tamil Nadu. Objective: The main objectives of the movement were: Annihilation of Caste System: Challenged the caste hierarchy and Brahmanical supremacy. Promotion of… Continue reading Self-Respect Movement
Daruma doll
News: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was presented a Daruma doll by Rev Seishi Hirose, Chief Priest of the Shorinzan Daruma-Ji temple. About Daruma doll It is an auspicious Japanese talisman of perseverance and success. It is modeled on Bodhidharma (Daruma Daishi), it promotes goal-setting and patience. Name: The name “Daruma” derives from the Sanskrit… Continue reading Daruma doll
Prithu Raja Rae
News– The Assam Cabinet has resolved to name the upcoming flyover in central Guwahati after Prithu, the 13th-century ruler of Kamrup. About Prithu Raja Rae Period of Rule: Early 13th century, over Kamrupa (present-day Assam). Dynastic Lineage: A king from the Khen Dynasty, which claimed descent from Narakasura. Religious Affiliation: The dynasty was devoted to… Continue reading Prithu Raja Rae
Vithalbhai Patel
News: The Delhi Legislative Assembly is hosting a two-day All India Speakers’ Conference to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Vithalbhai Patel becoming the President of the Central Legislative Assembly under British rule. About Vithalbhai Patel He was born on September 27, 1873. He was the third of the five sons of Jhaverbhai and mother Ladba… Continue reading Vithalbhai Patel
Didayi Tribe
News: Champa Raspeda, hailing from Odisha’s Malkangiri district, has created history by becoming the first individual from the Didayi community to qualify in NEET 2025. About Didayi Tribe It is an indigenous community of Malkangiri district, Odisha. They are recognized as one of the 13 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha. They belong to… Continue reading Didayi Tribe
Young Bengal Movement
News: Rosinka Chaudhuri in India’s First Radicals: Young Bengal and the British Empire (India Viking) describes about the Young Bengal Movement of 19th century. About Young Bengal Movement Origin and Leadership The Young Bengal Movement was an intellectual and social reform movement in Bengal during the early 19th century (1820s-1830s). Leader: It was led by… Continue reading Young Bengal Movement
100th Anniversary of the Kakori Train Action
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to the revolutionaries of Kakori incident on its 100th anniversary. 100th Anniversary of the Kakori Train Action The Kakori Train Action took place on August 9th, 1925. Incident: On 9th August, the revolutionaries of Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) stopped the Number 8 down train near Kakori (in Uttar… Continue reading 100th Anniversary of the Kakori Train Action
