Miscellaneous

New Delhi World Book Fair 2025

The national capital is set to host the much-awaited New Delhi World Book Fair 2025, a grand celebration for readers, authors, and publishers alike. This event, scheduled to run from February 1 to February 9, 2025, will take place at...

Unveiling the Ancient Buddhist Legacy of Ratnagiri, Odisha

In December 2024, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) resumed excavations at the historic Buddhist complex in Ratnagiri, Odisha, after a 60-year hiatus. Spearheaded by ASI’s superintending archaeologist D B Garnayak, the project seeks to further uncover Ratnagiri’s rich history...

Discovery of a Rare Umamaheshwara Sculpture in Karnataka

A significant historical artifact, a Umamaheshwara metal sculpture, has been unearthed in Taggunje, Ajri village, Kundapura taluk, Udupi district, Karnataka. This intricate sculpture, believed to have been created in the 17th century using a 12th-century style, showcases a rare blend...

Ayodhya Celebrates First Anniversary of Ram Lalla’s Pran Pratishtha

The sacred city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh is resonating with devotion and festivity as it marks the first anniversary of the 'Pran Pratishtha' of Ram Lalla at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir. The milestone event, celebrated on Wednesday, January...

What is the Full Form of CBD?

CBD stands for the Convention on Biological Diversity. It is a key international legal instrument aimed at "the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of...

What is the full form of ISRO?

ISRO stands for the Indian Space Research Organisation. It is the national space agency of India, headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Founded on August 15, 1969, ISRO operates under the Department of Space, which reports directly to the Prime Minister of...

India Welcomes Its First Generation Beta Baby

As the year 2025 brought upon the world the ‘Generation Beta’, India got its first baby of this gen on New Year's day, January 1, in Mizoram's Aizawl. The baby, named Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, is recognized as India's first child...

2025 Tibet-Nepal Earthquake

The 2025 Tibet Earthquake, a catastrophic seismic event, occurred on January 5, 2025, shaking the Tibetan Plateau and its neighboring regions. The earthquake measured 7.1 on the Richter scale, as per the United States Geological Survey (USGS), while the China...

Vikrant Massey Retires from Acting at 37

After a career spanning nearly two decades, acclaimed actor Vikrant Massey has announced his retirement from acting at the age of 37. Known for his versatility and powerful performances in TV, films, and OTT platforms, Vikrant made the announcement via...

Indian Constitution Day 2024 Quiz, Questions and Answers Related to Constitution Day

Indian Constitution Day 2024 On November 26, Indian observes Constitution Day, also known as ‘Samvidhan Divas,’ a special occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the Indian Constitution and honoring the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the constitution....