Source- The post on Kutch Ajrakh is based on the article “Ajrakh from Kutch gets GI” published in “Economic times” on 3rd May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The traditional artisans of ‘Kutch Ajrakh‘, were bestowed the Geographical Indication (GI) certificate by the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM). This art form… Continue reading Kutch Ajrakh
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Pahariyas tribe
Source-This post on Pahariya tribe is based on the article “Seeds of solace” published in “Down to earth” on 15th April 2024. Why in the News? Jharkhand’s Pahariya tribe aims to achieve seed independence by depositing native varieties in community-led banks About Pahariyas tribe 1. The Pahariyas primarily reside in Jharkhand and West Bengal, with… Continue reading Pahariyas tribe
Fort Emmanuel
Source– This post is based on the article “Fort’ in Fort Kochi cries for conservation” published in “The Hindu” on 15th April 2024. Why in the News? Historians are exploring measures to preserve the laterite-brick remains of Fort Emmanuel, which the Portuguese constructed along the beachfront in 1503. About Fort Emmanuel 1. Fort Emmanuel was built… Continue reading Fort Emmanuel
Vaikom Satyagraha
Source-This post on Vaikom Satyagraha is based on the article “Remembering Vaikom satyagraha, a 100 years later” published in “The Indian Express” on 31st March 2024. Why in the News? This article talks about Vaikom Satyagraha, which began on March 30, 1924. Lasting for over 600 days, it was the first of many temple entry… Continue reading Vaikom Satyagraha
Record 60 traditional Indian products receive GI tag
Source-This post on Record 60 traditional Indian products receive GI tag is based on the article “Over 60 products from across India earn GI tags” published in “The Hindu” on 31st March 2024. Why in the News? Recently, over 60 products from across India have been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This marks the… Continue reading Record 60 traditional Indian products receive GI tag
900-year-old Chalukyan inscription
Source-This post on 900-year-old Chalukyan inscription900-year-old Chalukyan inscription is based on the article “900-year-old Chalukyan inscription discovered in state of utter neglect at Gangapuram” published in “The Hindu” on 24th March 2024. Why in the News? A 900-year-old Kannada inscription from the Kalyana Chalukya dynasty has been found at Gangapuram, a temple town, in Telangana.… Continue reading 900-year-old Chalukyan inscription
Delisting of lost monument by ASI
Source-This post on Delisting of lost monument by ASI has been created based on the article “ASI will delist some lost monuments, here’s why ” published in “The Indian Express” on 26 March 2024. Why in the news? Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has decided to declassify 18 monuments from protected status. This is because… Continue reading Delisting of lost monument by ASI
Usha Mehta-Indian Freedom Fighter
Source-This post on Usha Mehta-Indian freedom fighter is based on the article “Ae Watan Mere Watan: The story of Usha Mehta and Congress Radio” published in “The Indian Express” on 22nd March 2024. Why in the News? The film “Ae Watan Mere Watan,” centered on the life of Indian freedom fighter Usha Mehta, has recently… Continue reading Usha Mehta-Indian Freedom Fighter
Gulaal Gota: Jaipur’s traditional method for celebrating the Holi festival
Source-This post on Gulaal Gota: Jaipur’s traditional method for celebrating the Holi festival is based on the article “Explained: On Holi, a look at Jaipur’s traditional celebrations with ‘Gulaal Gota’” published in “The Indian Express” on 22nd March 2024. Why in the News? As Holi approaches on March 25th this year, Jaipur, Rajasthan will continue… Continue reading Gulaal Gota: Jaipur’s traditional method for celebrating the Holi festival
Pandavula Gutta- Geo-heritage site
Source-This post on Pandavula Gutta is based on the article “‘Pandavula Gutta designated exclusive Geo-heritage site in Telangana’” published in “The Hindu” on 14th March 2024. Why in the News? Pandavula Gutta has recently gained official recognition as the exclusive Geo-heritage site in Telangana. What is Pandavula Gutta? 1. About– It is an ancient geological… Continue reading Pandavula Gutta- Geo-heritage site
