Miscellaneous

Top 10 Countries With the Highest Debt-To-GDP in 2025

Why in News According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the world is facing a renewed surge in public debt, with projections for 2025 indicating that several nations are seeing debt levels surpass those recorded during the peak of the...

Vera Gedroits: Russia’s First Female Military Surgeon and Trailblazing Medical Pioneer

Vera Gedroits was a revolutionary figure in Russian medical history, breaking gender barriers in surgery and military medicine. As the first female military surgeon and first woman physician at the Imperial Russian Court, she contributed significantly to medical practice, literature,...

Department of Posts to Honor Tabla Legend Pandit Chatur Lal with Commemorative Stamp

The Department of Posts will soon release a stamp to celebrate the centenary of the legendary tabla exponent, Pandit Chatur Lal. This special tribute acknowledges his groundbreaking contributions to Indian classical music, particularly in introducing the tabla to global audiences...

What Happens After the Pope Dies and How Is a New One Elected?

The death of a pope triggers an elaborate and ancient set of rituals and protocols, rooted in Catholic tradition, sacred law, and centuries-old symbolism. This process, designed to ensure a smooth transition of power within the Roman Catholic Church, involves...

Banaras Shehnai Get Recognition of GI Tag

The recent conferment of the Geographical Indication (GI) tag to the Banaras Shehnai is a landmark recognition of India’s rich intangible cultural heritage. Known worldwide through Ustad Bismillah Khan, the shehnai is not just an instrument but a symbol of...

Meghalaya Weaves Its Way to Global Fame with GI Tag for Ryndia & Khasi Handloom

The Government of India has officially granted Geographical Indication (GI) tags to two traditional textile products from Meghalaya — Ryndia silk and Khasi handloom. This recognition not only boosts the cultural identity of the region but also provides legal protection...

DDLJ Statue To Be Unveiled at London’s Leicester Square

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), the legendary romantic film starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, continues to etch its legacy into cinematic history—this time on an international platform. The film, directed by Aditya Chopra and released in 1995, will be...

West Bengal Secures GI Tags for Nolen Gurer Sandesh

West Bengal has achieved a significant milestone in preserving and promoting its cultural heritage by securing Geographical Indication (GI) tags for seven new products, including the iconic Nolen Gurer Sandesh and Baruipur guavas. This recognition will provide global recognition to...

Biggest Stock Market Crashes in India: History, Causes & Impact

India’s stock market has experienced several dramatic crashes over the decades—sharp declines that have not only erased billions in investor wealth but also changed the way financial systems are regulated and perceived. The Sensex and Nifty, the two major stock...

Warangal Chapata Chilli Receives GI Tag, Boosting Farmer Benefits

In a significant development for farmers in Telangana, the Chapata Chilli, also known as Tomato Chilli, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This milestone is expected to benefit around 20,000 farmers in the Warangal region by increasing their income...