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Source– This post on Dodol has been created based on the article “GI tag for Dodol: Moving beyond the authenticity debate” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Last week, the Goa government applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Goan sweet Dodol. The All-Goa Baker’s and Confectioners Association applied… Continue reading Dodol

Source- This post on Nalanda University has been created based on the article “PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Nalanda University in Bihar today” published in “Hindustan Times” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new Nalanda University campus near the ancient university ruins in Rajgir. About… Continue reading Nalanda University

Source– This post on Juneteenth and its significance has been created based on the article ” What is Juneteenth and what is its significance?” published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Juneteenth has been observed on June 19, in the United States of America. About Juneteenth Juneteenth is a… Continue reading Juneteenth and its significance

Source– This post on Prerna Sthal is based on the article “Vice President inaugurates Prerna Sthal at Parliament House Complex” published in “PIB” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar recently inaugurated the Prerna Sthal at the Parliament House Complex. About Prerna Sthal 1. Prerna Sthal is located at the Parliament… Continue reading Prerna Sthal

Source– This post on Satnamis Community is based on the article “Satnamis protest desecration; attack SP office, torch vehicles in Chhattisgarh” published in “The Hindu” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, a huge mob from the Satnami community in Chhattisgarh’s Baloda Bazar district torched dozens of vehicles, pelted stones at police personnel, and… Continue reading Satnamis Community

Source-This post on Birsa Munda has been created based on the article “Birsa Munda’s 124th death anniversary: Significance of the tribal leader’s contributions” published in “Indian Express” on 10 June 2024. Why in News? Recently tribute was paid to revolutionary tribal leader Birsa Munda marking the 124th anniversary of his death. About Birsa Munda i)… Continue reading 124th Death Anniversary of Birsa Munda

Source-This post on Nyishi Tribe has been created based on the article “From 22 yards to top of the world: 1st woman from Arunachal’s Nyishi tribe scales Everest” published in “Times of India”. Why in News? Recently, mountaineer and cricketer Kabak Yano made history as the fifth woman from Arunachal Pradesh and the first from… Continue reading Nyishi Tribe

Source-This post on Stone age and related study has been created based on the article “Was the Stone Age actually the Age of Wood?” published in “Indian Express” on 24 May 2024. Why in News? New research suggests that the Stone Age, a longprehistoric period known for human and ancestral use of stone tools, could… Continue reading Stone age and related study

Source-This post on Recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques has been created based on the article “Secret behind construction of Egypt’s pyramids: What a new study reveals” published in “The Indian Express” on 20 May 2024. Why in the news? A recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques provides insights into how ancient Egyptians transported massive stone… Continue reading Recent study on Pyramid Construction Techniques

Source-This post on Bharat Parva Celebration has been created based on the article “Bharat Parv celebration takes centerstage at Cannes Film Festival” published in “PIB” on 17 May 2024. Why in the news? Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has recently hosted the inaugural Bharat Parva event at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.… Continue reading Bharat Parva Celebration at Cannes festival

Source-This post on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Recognition for Indian Texts is based on the article “Ramcharitmanas among 3 Indian literary works included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Regional Register: Their significance” published in “The Indian Express” on 16th May 2024. Why in the News? During the tenth session of the Memory of the World… Continue reading UNESCO’s Memory of the World Recognition for Indian Texts

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Source- The post on Kochrab Ashram is based on the article “Modi inaugurates redeveloped Kochrab Ashram in Gujarat, Gandhi’s first home after returning to India” published in “The Print” on 12th March 2024. What is the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the redeveloped Kochrab Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat to mark the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March. About… Continue reading Kochrab Ashram

Source-This post on Gorsam Kora Festival has been created based on the article “Arunachal’s Gorsam Kora Festival celebrates India-Bhutan friendship” published in “India Today” on 10 March 2024. Why in the news? The Gorsam Kora Festival which takes place every year in Zemithang valley of Arunachal Pradesh has concluded on March 10. About Gorsam Kora… Continue reading Gorsam Kora Festival

Source- The post on Rupa Tarakasi is based on the article “Odisha: Cuttack city’s silver filigree receives geographical indication tag” published in “The Telegraph” on 4th March 2024.  What is the News? Recently, Orissa’s famous silver filigree Rupa Tarakasi got a GI tag. About Rupa Tarakasi 1. About: Rupa Tarakasi is one of the most exquisite silver crafts,… Continue reading Rupa Tarakasi- GI Tag

Source- The post on Majuli Masks is based on the article “GI tag for Majuli masks of Assam: History, cultural significance of the centuries-old art form” published in “Indian Express” on 7th March 2024.  What is the News? Recently, Assam’s traditional Majuli masks got a GI tag. About Majuli masks 1) About: These are handmade masks that are traditionally… Continue reading Majuli Masks GI Tag