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Tamil Nadu’s Conservation Efforts for the Endangered Nilgiri Tahr

The government of Tamil Nadu has launched a three-day survey of the Nilgiri Tahr, the state's iconic animal. This initiative aims to better understand and conserve this endangered species that faces numerous challenges, including habitat loss and poaching. Collaborative Approach...

Largest Temple Festival Thrissur Pooram 2024 Celebrated

The southern Indian state of Kerala is renowned for its rich cultural tapestry, encompassing a diverse array of religions, landscapes, rituals, and histories. Amidst this vibrant melting pot, one festival stands out as a true embodiment of Kerala's profound cultural...

The 34th Seng Khihlang Festival Concludes in Wahiajer, Meghalaya

The 34th Seng Khihlang festival, a revered event for adherents of the Khasi Indigenous Faith, recently concluded in Wahiajer, Meghalaya. Spanning from April 19, 2024, the festival celebrated the unity and traditions of the indigenous community. At the heart of...

Dharamsala to get India’s first ‘hybrid pitch’

The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium in Dharamshala has become the first BCCI-accredited venue to install a state-of-the-art 'hybrid pitch'. This new technology is set to transform the game, as future international and IPL matches will be played on...

Chitrakoot’s Stunning Glass Skywalk Bridge in Uttar Pradesh

In a remarkable feat of engineering and tourism development, the state of Uttar Pradesh has unveiled its first-ever glass skywalk bridge, located at the enchanting Tulsi (Shabari) Waterfall in Chitrakoot. This innovative and visually stunning structure, shaped like Lord Ram's...

Tripura: Matabari Pera Prasad, Rignai Pachara Textiles Get GI Tag

Three traditional products from Tripura have recently received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The products are Matabari pera prasad, Rignai pachara textiles and Risa. With this, Tripura now has 4 GI Protected products. Matabari Pera Prasad: Sweet Offering at Tripureswari...

UP Leads with Most GI-Tagged Products

The northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh has taken the lead in having the highest number of Geographical Indication (GI) certified products in the country. With the recent addition of 15 new products, Uttar Pradesh now boasts a total of...

Gujarat State Education Minister Launches Shiksha Reform

Gujarat's Minister of State for Education, Praful Pansheriya, launched the online learning platform Shiksha Reform in Surat. The event was attended by noted educationist Deepak Rajguru, trustees, principals, Kimmo Nikkanen from Finland's Kajaani University of Applied Sciences, and educationist Antti...

Allahabad High Court Strikes Down Madrasa Education Act

The Allahabad High Court's Lucknow bench has declared the UP Board of Madarsa Education Act of 2004 as unconstitutional. The court ruled that the act violated the principle of secularism, as well as several articles of the Constitution, including Articles...

The Chipko Movement: A 50-Year Legacy of Environmental Protection

What is the Chipko Movement? The Chipko Movement originated in the Uttarakhand region of the Himalayas in early 1973. The name "Chipko" means "to hug" in Hindi, referring to the practice of embracing trees to protect them from being cut...