The arrival of Islam in India is dated to medieval times after the decline of Rajput kingdoms in the north. Read here to know about the conquests that brought Muslim rule to India. During the early 7th Century, there were two major powers outside India and China: The Sassanid Empire was a … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Arrival of Islam in India
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Medieval India: The Rajput Kingdoms
The medieval period saw the rise and dominance of Rajput Kingdoms over central and north India. Read here to know more about them. The early medieval age, from the 7th-12th century, was the age of Rajput dominance which lasted till the Turko-Muslim conquests in the 12th century. The Origin of … [Read more...] about Medieval India: The Rajput Kingdoms
Tomato Flu/Fever
Tomato flu has been reported in a few Indian states. What is this condition, and why is it spreading now? Is there a treatment for tomato flu? How can it be prevented? Tomato flu has been reported in at least four states Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, and Odisha. The Union Health Ministry has … [Read more...] about Tomato Flu/Fever
UPSC One Time Registration (OTR)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched the One Time Registration (OTR) platform on its official website for the convenience of candidates. Read here to know the details. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched the ‘One Time Registration’ (OTR) platform on the Commission’s … [Read more...] about UPSC One Time Registration (OTR)
Medieval India: Palas and Gurjara Pratiharas
The tripartite struggle between Rashtrakutas, Palas, and Gurjara Pratiharas marks the beginning of the medieval era. We have learned about the Rashtakuats in the last article. Read here to know about the Palas and Gurjara Pratiharas. After the death of Sashanka, the king of Gaur and … [Read more...] about Medieval India: Palas and Gurjara Pratiharas
Medieval India: The Rashtrakutas
The beginning of the medieval era in India is marked by the rise of Rashtrakutas in the Deccan region. Read here to know the important events that marked the beginning of the medieval period. At the end of the ancient era, the Indian landscape is dotted with numerous small kingdoms. To the … [Read more...] about Medieval India: The Rashtrakutas
UDAN- Regional Connectivity Scheme
UDAN is a regional airport development scheme by the government of India to improve air connectivity. Read here to know more about the scheme. Ministry of Civil Aviation’s flagship program Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) has completed 5 years of success since the launch … [Read more...] about UDAN- Regional Connectivity Scheme
Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)
Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC): What is this initiative? How does it work? What challenges does it aim to address? Read here to know more. The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is a government-backed project which is aimed at enabling small merchants and mom-and-pop stores in … [Read more...] about Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)
NAMASTE (National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem)
National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) is an initiative to ensure the safety of sanitation workers. Read here to learn more about the scheme. NAMASTE is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) as a joint initiative of the MoSJE and … [Read more...] about NAMASTE (National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem)
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is an important regional organization in the Asia-Pacific region. Read here to learn more about the organization. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), was established on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand, with the signing of the … [Read more...] about Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
