Yoga and Sudarshan Kriya for prisoners: The Chhattisgarh government has introduced Yoga and Sudarshan Kriya across all district jails as part of a prison reform initiative, aiming to rehabilitate inmates through mental peace, self-discipline, and positivity.Yoga: An ancient Indian practice combining physical postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation for holistic well-being. A rhythmic breathing […]
Tag: 9th Sep 2025
The Apatanis Tribe
The Apatanis Tribe: The Apatani women of Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh, represent the last generation to wear the tribe’s traditional facial tattoos and wooden nose plugs, a practice banned in the 1970s but still proudly carried by elderly women. The Apatani (Tanw, Apa Tani, or Apa) are an indigenous tribal group of Arunachal Pradesh. Known […]
Monkeypox is no longer a Public Health Emergency
Monkeypox is no longer a Public Health Emergency: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that mpox (monkeypox) is no longer a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to sustained decline in global cases and deaths.Mpox (Monkeypox) is a viral zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV). Belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus […]
Nilgiri Tea
Nilgiri Tea: Nilgiris tea growers are facing a persistent cost price crisis due to low prices for green tea leaves (GTL), overproduction, and weak auction mechanisms, threatening the sustainability of small growers in the region.Nilgiri tea is a variety of Camellia sinensis var. sinensis, grown in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. Known for its […]
As part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Band participated in the grand Military Tattoo at Port Moresby
As part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Band participated in the grand Military Tattoo at Port Moresby: Papua New Guinea is an island nation in Oceania located in southwestern Pacific Ocean. Its neighbors are: Indonesia to the west; Australia to the south and Solomon Islands to the […]
Alia Bhatt Becomes Global Brand Ambassador for Levi’s
Alia Bhatt Becomes Global Brand Ambassador for Levi’s: Levi’s has announced Bollywood star Alia Bhatt as its new global brand ambassador. This collaboration is not just about celebrity endorsement but marks a strategic shift in denim fashion, reflecting how younger generations want to express themselves through style-led and comfort-first fits.The partnership comes at a crucial […]
Bhupender Gupta Appointed CMD of NHPC Amid Green Push
Bhupender Gupta Appointed CMD of NHPC Amid Green Push: Bhupender Gupta has been appointed the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NHPC Limited, one of India’s top hydropower PSUs. Approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), his appointment signifies a strategic step toward bolstering NHPC’s expansion into clean and renewable energy. This change […]
100th Birth Anniversary Festivities of Bharat Ratna Awardee, Bhupen Hazarika
100th Birth Anniversary Festivities of Bharat Ratna Awardee, Bhupen Hazarika: India has begun celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna awardee Bhupen Hazarika, the legendary singer, poet, and composer from Assam. Known for his powerful voice and timeless songs on humanity, equality, and cultural unity, Hazarika’s work continues to inspire generations.Bhupen Hazarika was born […]
India clinches its first-ever gold in men’s compound team event at the 2025 Archery World Championships
India clinches its first-ever gold in men’s compound team event at the 2025 Archery World Championships: India scripted archery history on September 7, 2025, by clinching its first-ever gold medal in the men’s compound team event at the World Archery Championships held in Gwangju, South Korea. In a nail-biting final, the Indian trio of Rishabh […]
India Unveils $125 Billion Plan for High-Speed Road Network
India Unveils $125 Billion Plan for High-Speed Road Network: India will invest ₹11 lakh crore ($125 billion) to expand its high-speed road network fivefold by 2033. The project, spearheaded by the Ministry for Road Transport and Highways, aims to build 17,000 km of access-controlled expressways, slashing logistics costs and enhancing economic connectivity across the country. […]
