Maharana Pratap Jayanti 2025: The Prime Minister paid rich tributes to the valiant warrior, Maharana Pratap on the occasion of his Jayanti on 9th May 2025. Maharana Pratap, born on 9th May 1540 in Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, was the 13th King of Mewar and the eldest son of Udai Singh II. Maharana Udai Singh II ruled […]
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Raghuji Bhosale I
Raghuji Bhosale I: The Maharashtra government recently reclaimed the iconic sword of legendary Maratha warrior Raghuji Bhosale I. Raghuji Bhosale I (1695–February 14, 1755) was the founder of the Bhosale family of Nagpur and an important commander in the Maratha army during the reign of Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj. Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj had bestowed the title […]
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kinshasa is one of 38 flood hotspots in the Congo Basin, due to its twin flood sources and urbanisation. The April 2025 flooding in Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), was not solely due to rainfall but largely due to urban mismanagement and infrastructure failure. The flooding, […]
Hampi : In News
Hampi : In News A mandapa at Virupaksha Temple collapsed due to heavy rain, sparking concerns over neglect. Hampi was the capital city of the Vijayanagara Empire, established in 1336 CE by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama Dynasty. Traditionally known as Pampakshetra of Kishkindha, Hampi is located in central Karnataka on […]
Sir Sankaran Nair : Tribute
Sir Sankaran Nair: Tribute The Prime Minister’s tribute on the 106th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre acknowledged Nair’s fearless voice against British tyranny. Sir Chettur Sankaran Nair was born in 1857 in an aristocratic family from Mankara village, located in Malabar’s Palakkad district (present-day Kerala). In 1897, Nair became the youngest President of the […]
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre 1919 A Tragic Event in Indian History
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre 1919 A Tragic Event in Indian History: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 is one of the most pivotal and tragic events in the history of India’s struggle for independence. On April 13, 1919, British troops under the command of General Reginald Dyer opened fire on an unarmed crowd of Indian civilians, […]
Daulatabad Fort : Fire
Daulatabad Fort : Fire A fire at Daulatabad Fort in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district has prompted the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to initiate damage assessment and plan disaster management.Originally called Devgiri (Hill of Gods), it was renamed Daulatabad by Muhammad bin Tughlaq when he shifted his capital there in the 14th century.It served as […]
Sangama Dynasty : Copper Plates Unveiled In Bengaluru
Sangama Dynasty : Copper Plates Unveiled In Bengaluru A set of rare copper plates dating back to the early 15th century, from the reign of Devaraya I of the Sangama Dynasty, has been unveiled in Bengaluru by Falcon Coins Gallery in collaboration with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). These copper plates are written in […]
Rana Sanga : Lok Sabha Discussion
Rana Sanga : Lok Sabha Discussion The Lok Sabha witnessed discussions about 16th century Rajput King Rana Sanga. Maharana Sangram Singh (1484–1527), popularly known as Rana Sanga, was the Rajput ruler of Mewar and a successor of the Sisodia clan. Ruling from 1508 to 1528, he expanded his kingdom across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and […]
Postage Stamp on Mata Karma Bai
Postage Stamp on Mata Karma Bai: The Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp on Mata Karma’s 1009th birth anniversary. Mata Karma Bai was a 11th century saint and Krishna devotee, born in 1017 AD in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. She is revered for her unwavering devotion and is best known for offering khichdi to […]
