News: The historical and archaeological significance of Sittanavasal, known for its Jain heritage, Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions, ascetic stone beds, and rare early mural paintings dating to the 7th–9th century CE. About Sittannavasal Site Sittannavasal is located in Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. Historical importance There are presence of megalithic monuments (stone circles, cists, urn burials) proves pre-historic… Continue reading Sittannavasal Site
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SIM Binding
News: The Department of Telecommunications has recently directed major app-based communication services to implement SIM binding to curb cyber-frauds and misuse. About SIM Binding SIM binding is a security process that links a user’s messaging or communication app to the specific SIM card used during registration. Authorized under: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued… Continue reading SIM Binding
Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
News: MeitY and UN Women India have opened a global submission process to document gender-responsive AI solutions for women and girls. About Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions It is a global invitation to submit abstracts of real, implemented AI solutions that advance gender equality for women and girls, especially across the Global… Continue reading Global Call for Abstracts on Gender-Transformative AI Solutions
Facts about Guinea Bissau
News: Recently, Guinea-Bissau faced a military coup, with Nigeria sheltering opposition candidate Fernando Dias and ECOWAS leaders urging soldiers to step down. Key Facts about Guinea Bissau Location: It is located in western Africa on the Atlantic coast. It is one of the smallest countries in the African continent. Capital: Bissau Land boundaries: It shares land… Continue reading Facts about Guinea Bissau
WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025
News: India has achieved an impressive 8th-place finish in its debut participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025. About WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025 WSAC 2025 was the third edition of the prestigious continental skills competition. Participation: It brought together 500+ young competitors representing 29 Asian member and guest nations. The competition featured 44… Continue reading WorldSkills Asia Competition (WSAC) 2025
INS Taragiri
News: INS Taragiri (Yard 12653) was delivered to the Indian Navy at MDL, Mumbai. About INS Taragiri INS Taragiri is the fourth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) frigates of the Indian Navy. New version: The new Taragiri is a reincarnation of erstwhile INS Taragiri, a Leander-class frigate. Bulit by: It is the third P17A… Continue reading INS Taragiri
Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
News: India has launched its first indigenous pilot trainer aircraft, Hansa-3(NG), marking the country’s march towards self-reliant aerospace manufacturing. About Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)” It is India’s first indigenous trainer aircraft developed for pilot training. Developed by: It is designed and developed by CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bengaluru, under the Council of Scientific and Industrial… Continue reading Pilot Trainer Aircraft “Hansa-3(NG)”
Khiamniungan Tribe
News: Recently, the Prime Minister of India referred to the Khiamniungan tribe in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address, bringing attention to their culture and traditions. About Khiamniungan Tribe The Khiamniungan are one of the major Naga tribes, inhabiting eastern Nagaland (India) and north-western Myanmar. Name: The name Khiamniungan comes from ‘Khiam’ (water), ‘Niu’ (great), and… Continue reading Khiamniungan Tribe
Asia Power Index 2025
News: India has secured the third rank in the Asia Power Index 2025, while the United States and China hold the 1st and 2nd positions respectively. About Asia Power Index 2025 The Asia Power Index is an annual assessment that measures the ability of countries to shape and respond to their external environment and evaluates… Continue reading Asia Power Index 2025
Perseverance Rover
News: NASA’s Perseverance rover detected electrical activity in Mars’ atmosphere for the first time, using its SuperCam instrument. About Perseverance Rover Perseverance is a semi-autonomous car-sized rover sent in NASA’s Mars 2020 Mission to explore Mars. Landing: It is the first rover to land in an ancient Martian river delta, located inside the Jezero crater.… Continue reading Perseverance Rover
