Durgadi Fort: After 48 years, the Kalyan civil court recently dismissed a suit filed by a Muslim trust claiming ownership of an idgah (prayer space) inside the historical Durgadi Fort in Kalyan and ruled in favour of the state government. Durgadi Fort is a fort located in Kalyan, near Mumbai in Maharashtra. Perched on the […]
Category: Current Affairs
Malwa Canal Project
Malwa Canal Project: Nearly 1.30 lakh trees and plants are likely to be felled for the construction of the proposed 150-km-long Malwa Canal, a flagship project of Punjab Chief Minister said recently. Malwa Canal Project is a planned irrigation and water management project in Punjab, India. It is the first of its kind to be […]
CE20 Cryogenic Engine
CE20 Cryogenic Engine: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out the sea level hot test of its CE20 cryogenic engine. CE20 Cryogenic engine s the indigenous engine developed by the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre of ISRO. It is powering the upper stage of the LVM3 launch vehicle and has been qualified to […]
DAE- Homi Bhabha Chair Scheme
DAE- Homi Bhabha Chair Scheme: The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology informed the Rajya Sabha about the DAE- Homi Bhabha Chair Scheme. DAE- Homi Bhabha Chair Scheme is administered by the Department of Atomic Energy. It is for Distinguished Scientists/Professors, in order to give recognition and an opportunity to outstanding […]
SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0 Initiative
SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0 Initiative: The Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Steel provided information about the SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0 initiative in the Rajya Sabha. SAMARTH Udyog Bharat 4.0 Initiative is an initiative of the Ministry of Heavy Industry & Public Enterprises, Government of India under its scheme on Enhancement of Competitiveness in […]
Red Sea : Concern
Red Sea : Concern India remains “concerned” at the evolving situation in West Asia, and attacks against commercial vessels in and around the Red Sea threaten freedom of navigation and “impact our trade”, the government informed the Parliament recently. The Red Sea is a semi-enclosed, inlet (or extension) of the Indian Ocean between the continents […]
Abathsahayeswarar Temple : Chosen By UNESCO
Abathsahayeswarar Temple : Chosen By UNESCO The 1,300-year-old Abathsahayeshwarar Temple has been chosen by UNESCO to receive the Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation award. Abathsahayeswarar Temple is located in Thukkatchi in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. It was constructed during the reigns of Kings Vikrama Chola and Kulothunga Chola. This temple stands as a […]
Dharini : 3D Image Of Foetal Brain
Dharini : 3D Image Of Foetal Brain The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-M) released highly detailed 3D images of a foetal brain named, Dharini. It is now the largest publicly accessible digital dataset of the human foetal brain and is freely available to researchers worldwide. The dataset provides detailed insights into brain development from the […]
One Nation, One Election : Approved
One Nation, One Election : Approved The Union Cabinet approved “One Nation, One Election” to synchronize elections, sparking debates on its impact on federalism, democracy, and logistics.ONOE refers to holding elections for the Lok Sabha, all state assemblies, and local bodies simultaneously to streamline governance and reduce costs.Simultaneous elections were conducted in India from 1951-1967 […]
“Under the Sal Tree” Theatre Festival
“Under the Sal Tree” Theatre Festival: The “Under the Sal Tree” Theatre Festival, held annually in Rampur, Assam, promotes eco-friendly and sustainable practices in theatre while showcasing rich cultural diversity. Sal Tree Theatre Festival is An open-air theatre festival promoting carbon neutrality and eco-conscious practices in theatre, hosted by Badungduppa Kalakendra in Rampur, Assam.