News: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan paid tribute to Maveeran Ondiveeran on his death anniversary and recalled his valour and sacrifice against colonial rule. About Maveeran Ondiveeran Maveeran Ondiveeran, also known as Ondi Veeran, was a warrior from Tamil Nadu who fought against the British East India Company. Naming: The word “Ondi” means single-handedly, while… Continue reading Maveeran Ondiveeran
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Madan Lal Dhingra
News: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tributes to Madan Lal Dhingra on his martyrdom day, highlighting his courage, patriotism and sacrifice. About Madan Lal Dhingra Madan Lal Dhingra was an Indian revolutionary freedom fighter who made India’s freedom his highest goal. Early Life: He was born in 1883 in Amritsar in an affluent family. Education:… Continue reading Madan Lal Dhingra
Dirac Medal 2026
News: Four physicists, including Indian physicist Deepak Dhar, have been awarded the Dirac Medal 2026 for contributions to statistical mechanics and theoretical physics. About Dirac Medal 2026 Origin: The Dirac Medal was first awarded in 1985 by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP). Naming: It is named after P.A.M. Dirac, one of the greatest… Continue reading Dirac Medal 2026
Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026
News: Two women changemakers, P. Pechiyammal and Govindhammal, received the Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026 in Chennai. About Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026 It is a national award that recognises grassroots individuals, community champions, or organisations for outstanding environmental protection efforts. Instituted By: It is instituted by M.S.… Continue reading Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Award for Environment Protection 2026
Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
News : Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay, popularly known as “Hatkargha Maa” (Mother of Handlooms), is remembered for her exceptional contribution to Indian handlooms and handicrafts. About Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay (1903–1988) was a freedom fighter, social reformer, feminist, and a leading force behind the revival of Indian handicrafts, handlooms, and theatre. Early Life: Birth: She was born on… Continue reading Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
Shaheed Udham Singh
News: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to the great revolutionary martyr Udham Singh on his Balidan Diwas. About Shaheed Udham Singh Shaheed Udham Singh played a significant role in the history of the Indian freedom movement. He is also known by various other names such as Sher Singh, Ude Singh, Ram… Continue reading Shaheed Udham Singh
Subramania Siva
News: Vice-President of India paid floral tributes to the great freedom fighter Thiru Subramania Siva at the Uprashtrapati Bhawan on the occasion of his death anniversary. About Subramania Siva Birth: He was born on 4 October 1884 in Wattalakundi, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. Hw is also known as Sivam and Siva. He was honoured as ‘Veeramurasu’. He fought for freedom by combining politics and spirituality.… Continue reading Subramania Siva
Batukeshwar Dutt
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh have paid tribute to revolutionary and freedom fighter Batukeshwar Dutt on his death anniversary. About Batukeshwar Dutt Batukeshwar Dutt was an Indian revolutionary in the early 1900s. He was also known as BK Dutta. Birth: He was born on November 18, 1910, in the… Continue reading Batukeshwar Dutt
Sushruta
News: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated ‘Saushrutam 2026’ at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi on Sushruta Jayanti. About Sushruta Sushruta was a distinguished surgeon who flourished around 600 BCE in the ancient city of Kashi, India. He is believed to be the son of a sage Vishwamitra and… Continue reading Sushruta
Ravidassias
News: Thousands of Ravidassias gathered in Punjab’s Phagwara to renew their demand for a separate “Ravidassia religion”category in the Census. About Ravidassias Ravidassias are a Dalit community that follows the spiritual teachings, egalitarian philosophy, and mystic poetry of Guru Ravidas. Distribution: The bulk of the community, comprising nearly 12 lakh people, lives in the Doaba… Continue reading Ravidassias
