News: Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah extended greetings on the occasion of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji’s Sirhind Fateh Divas. About Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji Sirhind Fateh Divas is observed annually to commemorate the victory of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur over Sirhind on May 14, 1710. Baba Banda Singh… Continue reading Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji
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Rabindranath Tagore
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Suvendu Adhikari paid tributes on Rabindranath Tagore’s 165th birth anniversary on Pochishe Boishakh. About Rabindranath Tagore Introduction Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali poet, writer, philosopher, composer, playwright, painter, and social reformer who transformed Indian literature and culture. Early Life and Education: Birth: Rabindranath Tagore was born on May 7,… Continue reading Rabindranath Tagore
Mehar Baba Competition-3
News: The Indian Air Force launched Mehar Baba Competition-3, with registrations starting from 27 April 2026 for drone-based radar innovation. About Mehar Baba Competition-3 Launched by: Mehar Baba Competition-3 (MBC-3) is the third edition of a defence innovation competition launched by the Indian Air Force. Launched In: Mehar Baba Competition was originally launched in 2018.… Continue reading Mehar Baba Competition-3
Saint Basaveshwara
News: The Vice President has called upon society to emulate the philosophy of Saint Basaveshwara, who taught us social equality and to serve society. About Saint Basaveshwara Saint Basaveshwara was a 12th-century philosopher, founding saint of the Lingayat sect, Kannada poet and social reformer during the reign of the Kalachuri-dynasty king Bijjala I in Karnataka.… Continue reading Saint Basaveshwara
Babu Jagjivan Ram
News: On 5 April 2026, the 119th birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram was observed with floral tributes and prayers in New Delhi. About Babu Jagjivan Ram Babu Jagjivan Ram, known as Babuji, was a national leader, freedom fighter, and a strong crusader for social justice. Birth: He was born on April 5, 1908, in… Continue reading Babu Jagjivan Ram
Samrat Samprati
News: On Mahavir Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum, dedicated to Jain history and Samprati’s legacy. About Samrat Samprati Samrat Samprati was a Mauryan ruler. He was the son of Kunala and the grandson of Ashoka. Title: He was also known as Indrapalit, Sangat and Vigatashok. Reign: His reign is believed… Continue reading Samrat Samprati
Shyamji Krishna Verma
News: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi paid homage to the brave son of Mother India, Shyamji Krishna Varma, on his death anniversary. About Shyamji Krishna Verma Shyamji Krishna Verma was born in a poor family on 4th October, 1857 at Mandvi village of Kutch District in Gujarat. He lost his mother during early childhood.… Continue reading Shyamji Krishna Verma
Guru Hargobind Sahib
News: Union Home Minister paid tributes to Guru Hargobind Sahib on the occasion of his Jyoti-Jyot Diwas, remembering his contributions to strengthening Sikhism and promoting the protection of humanity. About Guru Hargobind Sahib Guru Hargobind Sahib was the Sixth Guru of the Sikhs. Born: He was born on 9 June 1595 at a village Guru… Continue reading Guru Hargobind Sahib
Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi on her martyrdom day, highlighting her courage and sacrifice. About Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi Birth: Rani Avantibai Lodhi was born on August 16, 1831, in Mankehni village in present-day Madhya Pradesh. Early life: She was married to Vikramaditya Singh Lodhi, son of… Continue reading Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi
Panini and Ashtadhyayi
News: Rishi Rajpopat solved Panini’s grammar rule conflict problem and explained it in his book, receiving global recognition for the discovery. About Panini Historical background: Panini was an ancient Indian scholar who lived around the 500 BCE. Place of origin: He lived in Gandhara, likely at Salatura, which lies in present-day north-west Pakistan. Academic association:… Continue reading Panini and Ashtadhyayi
