Miscellaneous

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...

Kumbakonam Betel Leaf and Thovalai Flower Garland Receive GI Tag

The Kumbakonam betel leaf of Thanjavur and the Thovalai flower garland of Kanyakumari have been granted Geographical Indication (GI) Tags by the Government of India. This recognition brings the total number of GI products from Tamil Nadu to 62. The...

Ahmedabad’s Famous Saudagari Block Print Receives GI Tag

The Saudagari block print, a traditional craft practiced by artisans in Jamalpur, Ahmedabad, has been officially recognized with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This unique handcrafted textile art has been preserved for generations and continues to be a significant part...

Tragic Sinking of the Sindbad Submarine

The Sindbad submarine, a recreational undersea vehicle used for tourism, sank off the coast of Hurghada in Egypt’s Red Sea on 27 March 2025. The tragic incident led to the death of six foreign tourists, all of whom were Russian...

ASI’s Discoveries: Megaliths in Kerala & Buddhist Finds in Odisha

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has made significant discoveries at two different locations in India, shedding light on ancient burial practices and Buddhist heritage. In a recent exploration near Malampuzha Dam in Palakkad, Kerala, ASI stumbled upon over 110...

East Coast Railway Creates History: Becomes the First Railway Zone to Achieve 250 MT of Freight Loading in 2024-25

East Coast Railway (ECoR) has set a new benchmark in Indian Railways by becoming the first railway zone in India to achieve 250 million tons (MT) of originating freight in the financial year 2024-25. This milestone was reached on March...

‘Watan Ko Jano’ Programme: Promoting National Integration Among Kashmiri Youth

The ‘Watan Ko Jano’ programme, organized by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir under the funding from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is aimed at fostering national integration by exposing children under 18 years from government-run homes...