Source: The Hindu Contents1 What is the News?2 About Chola Dynasty:3 Culture and Roots:4 Great Living Chola Temples What is the News? The National Gallery of Australia(NGA) has announced that it would return 14 works of art from its Asian art collection to India. The art collection includes the dancing child-saint Sambandar of the 12th… Continue reading National Gallery of Australia returns 14 artworks including Chola idols
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India has 500 million tonnes of gold ore reserves: Govt
Source: Down To Earth What is the News? The Union Minister of Mines has informed Rajya Sabha about the Gold Ore Reserves present in India. Gold Ore Reserves in India: According to National Mineral Inventory data, India has 501.83 million tonnes of gold ore reserves as of April 1, 2015. Out of these, 22 million… Continue reading India has 500 million tonnes of gold ore reserves: Govt
King Chilli ‘Raja Mircha’ from Nagaland exported to London for the first time
Source: PIB What is the News? The consignment of ‘Raja Mircha’ also referred as king chilli from Nagaland was exported to London via Guwahati by air for the first time. About Raja Mircha: Raja Mircha is a chilli from Nagaland. It is also referred to as king chilli or Bhoot Jolokia and Ghost pepper. Genus:… Continue reading King Chilli ‘Raja Mircha’ from Nagaland exported to London for the first time
Tap it for India: Puri’s tap water is safe to drink.
Source: Times of India Contents1 About the news:2 Progress of tap connections in India:3 Why tap connections are important?4 Terms to know: About the news: In India, piped water isn’t universally available, and tap water isn’t potable in most of the country. Recently, Puri in Odisha has become the first Indian city to get 24×7 safe… Continue reading Tap it for India: Puri’s tap water is safe to drink.
Students can now get 40% of university credits from e-courses
Source: Times of India Contents1 About the news:2 About the announcement3 About the SWAYAM Courses:4 The benefit of the credit transfer: About the news: The government has recently announced that from the 2021-22 academic session, students of 149 universities would be allowed to earn up to 40% of their required credits from among the over 800… Continue reading Students can now get 40% of university credits from e-courses
Defence Minister flags-in Indian Army Skiing Expedition, ARMEX-21
Source: PIB What is the News? Union Defence Minister has flagged-in the Indian Army Skiing Expedition (ARMEX-21) in New Delhi. About ARMEX-21: ARMEX-21 is an Army Skilling Expedition conducted by the Indian Army. Purpose: It was conducted in the mountain ranges of the Himalayan region to promote the adventure activity in the country and the… Continue reading Defence Minister flags-in Indian Army Skiing Expedition, ARMEX-21
UNESCO’s ‘Historic Urban Landscape’ project for Gwalior, Orchha launched
Source: AIR What is the News? UNESCO has selected Gwalior and Orchha cities of Madhya Pradesh under its “Historic Urban Landscape Project”. About Historic Urban Landscape Project: The Historic Urban Landscape Project was adopted in 2011 by UNESCO’s General Conference. The project aims for the inclusive and well-planned development of fast-growing historical cities while preserving… Continue reading UNESCO’s ‘Historic Urban Landscape’ project for Gwalior, Orchha launched
1.2 lakh Indian children lost caregivers: study
Source: The Hindu What is the News? A Global Study has been published in Lancet estimating the number of children who lost one or both parents or caregiver during Covid-19. About the study: The study was conducted by researchers from the CDC Covid-19 Response Team, University of Oxford, WHO and others. Coverage: It covered 21… Continue reading 1.2 lakh Indian children lost caregivers: study
India signed 26 pacts to fight drug menace
Source: The Hindu Contents1 What is the News?2 Coordination with International Organizations:3 Narco Coordination Centre(NCORD):4 SIMS Portal: What is the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) has informed the Lok Sabha about the steps taken by the Government to combat illicit trafficking of narcotics, drugs, and psychotropic substances. Steps taken by the Government to combat… Continue reading India signed 26 pacts to fight drug menace
Explained: In new policy, what owners can or can’t do with their vintage vehicles
Source: Indian Express Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Vintage Vehicles?3 How can vintage vehicles be used?4 Registration of Vintage Vehicles: What is the News? The Government of India has released the Draft Vintage cars Policy. The policy aims to not only regulate vintage cars and two-wheelers with strict dos and don’ts but also… Continue reading Explained: In new policy, what owners can or can’t do with their vintage vehicles
