VRINDAVANI VASTRA
CONTEXT : In a landmark cultural development, the British Museum has agreed to return the Vrindavani Vastra, a 16th‑century silk textile masterpiece, to Assam on an 18‑month loan for a high-profile exhibition in 2027 . ABOUT VRINDAVANI VASTRA: The Vrindavani Vastra is a sacred silk textile woven in Assam during the 16th century. It depicts […]
QUIZ- SCO SUMMIT 2025
SCO SUMMIT 2025
The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, hosted in Tianjin, China, unfolded from August 31 to September 1, 2025. Chaired by President Xi Jinping, it marked the largest gathering in the SCO’s history—with more than 20 heads of state and leaders of 10 international organizations in attendance. Highlights of SCO Summit 2025 Host Country: China, marking […]
WORLD ELEPHANT DAY
World Elephant Day, a global event to raise awareness about the plight of elephants. It is celebrated every year on the 12th August to bring awareness to the status of Asian and African elephants in the wild. It was first observed in 2012, initiated by Canadian filmmakers Patricia Sims and Michael Clark, along with the […]
HAPPY RAKSHABANDHAN
Rakshabandhan: Celebrating the Timeless Bond Between Siblings In a world that’s constantly changing, some traditions continue to remind us of the unbreakable bonds we share. One such cherished celebration in India is Rakshabandhan—a festival that honors the beautiful relationship between brothers and sisters. The Essence of Rakshabandhan The word Rakshabandhan is derived from two Sanskrit […]
OPERATION SHIVA
The Indian Army has launched Operation Shiva 2025, mobilizing a robust security apparatus—over 8,500 troops supported by advanced technological assets—to safeguard the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, which runs from 3 July to 9 August. Operation SHIVA is a high-altitude annual security initiative led by the Indian Army, aimed at ensuring the safe and smooth conduct of […]