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Sangam Literature

In News Recently, Tamil Nadu has sent soil samples for a project relating to the new Parliament building. Key Points The rich cultural history of the Tamils will be featured in a project relating to the new Parliament being constructed by the Union government in New Delhi. Tamil Nadu’s first Agriculture Budget presented for 2021-22 […]

Rights of transgendered persons in India

In Context The ruling in National Legal Services Authority (NLSA) v. Union Of India, famously known as the NALSA Case, has far-reaching implications.  The judgement of the NALSA Case: Legal Recognition for Third Gender:  The Court directed Centre and State Governments to grant legal recognition of gender identity whether it be male, female or third-gender. […]

Alluri Sitarama Raju

In News Recently Hon PM of India has launched year-long celebrations to remember contributions of Alluri Sitarama Raju. The fourth of July marks his 125th birth anniversary. Alluri Sitarama Raju: Early life: He was born in present day Andhra Pradesh on 4th July 1897 to Alluri Venkata Rama Raju and Suryanarayanamma. He was a sanyasi […]

Battle of Wai

About  The Battle of Wai was fought in the fall of 1687 as a part of the Mughal–Maratha Wars. Sambhaji sent his forces under his senapati, Hambirao Mohite, to oppose the Mughal army led by Sarja Khan.  The Mughal’s were drawn into the dense jungles near Wai and Mahabaleshwar where the battle ensued and the […]

Habitat’s World Cities Report 2022

In News The United Nations-Habitat’s World Cities Report 2022 Report stated that India’s urban population is estimated to stand at 675 million in 2035, the second highest behind China’s one billion. Key Findings Uneven Urbanisation: It  was only temporarily delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Cities are here to stay, and the future of humanity is […]

Jyotirgamaya Festival

In Context On the occasion of World Music Day (21st June), the Union Minister of Culture has inaugurated Jyotirgamaya-A festival showcasing the talent of unsung performers. Jyotirgamaya Festival About: The Festival is organised by the Sangeet Natak Akademi. It is a unique festival organised to showcase the talent of rare musical instruments from across the […]

Padma Multipurpose Bridge

In News Bangladesh’s Padma Multipurpose Bridge was recently inaugurated. More about Padma Multipurpose Bridge: The Padma Multipurpose Bridge is a multipurpose road-rail bridge across the Padma River in Bangladesh. It connects to Shariatpur and Madaripur, linking the southwest of the country, to the northern and eastern regions.  The Padma Bridge is considered to be the […]

Pattachitra painting

In News Recently, the Odisha CM gifted the Pattachitra painting to Pope Francis in Vatican City.  More about Pattachitra painting: Origin: This form of art is closely related to the cult of Shri Jagannath and the temple traditions in Puri.  It is believed to have originated as early as the 12th century Region:  The art […]

Santhal Tribe

In News The Santhal community is in the spotlight after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominated one of the community leaders Droupadi Murmu to the highest constitutional position in the country. About  Santhal is the third largest scheduled tribe community in the country after Gond and Bhil. The word ‘Santhal’ is derived from two words; […]

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