Rani Gaidinliu, the Daughter of the Hills, spent 14 years in jail for fighting the Brtish. Read to know more about her valiant life. Gaidinliu (1915 - 1993) was a spiritual and political leader of Nagas who led a revolt against British rule in India. Gaidinliu was arrested in 1932 at the age … [Read more...] about Rani Gaidinliu: The Daughter of the hills
Veer Savarkar: The Polemic Revolutionary
Veer Savarkar was a freedom fighter, social reformer, writer, and political thinker. Read to know about the life and legacy of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was known among his followers by the prefix 'Veer'. Savarkar published books advocating complete Indian independence … [Read more...] about Veer Savarkar: The Polemic Revolutionary
Buddhist Tourism Circuit
The Buddhist tourism Circuit is a trail of the sacred footsteps of Lord Buddha and important places of his life and teachings. Read to know more. In news: The Prime Minister has inaugurated the Kushinagar International Airport in Uttar Pradesh, which will help connect key Buddhist pilgrimage … [Read more...] about Buddhist Tourism Circuit
Smart Cities Mission
Smart Cities Mission is an innovative and new initiative by the Government of India. Read here to know all about its objectives and features. The Smart Cities Mission was launched on 25 June 2015 and aims to enhance the quality of life in 100 selected cities by providing efficient services, … [Read more...] about Smart Cities Mission
James Webb Space Telescope
What is the importance of the James Webb Space Telescope launched by NASA? How is it different from the Hubble space telescope? Know more here. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope was launched by rocket early on December 25 2021 from South America’s north-eastern coast, thus opening a new era of … [Read more...] about James Webb Space Telescope
Black holes: A simple explanation
What is a Blackhole? How is a black hole formed? What are the discoveries made related to black holes? Read to know all about it here. A black hole is not a 'black hole'. It is not an empty hole or space. Black holes are points in space that are so dense they create deep gravity … [Read more...] about Black holes: A simple explanation
Press in British India: The History of Indian Journalism
How did the modern press take birth in India? What was the history of the press and journalism during the British rule in India? What were the landmark events that shaped the press in India? Read to know all about it. The British are attributed to introducing independent press or participatory … [Read more...] about Press in British India: The History of Indian Journalism
Rainfall: Different Types Explained in Layman’s Language
What are Rainfall and precipitation? What are the types of rainfall and how does it occur? Read to know more. Precipitation It is a process of falling atmospheric moisture on the surface in any form due to gravity. Precipitation occurs when a portion of the atmosphere becomes saturated with water … [Read more...] about Rainfall: Different Types Explained in Layman’s Language
Napoleon Bonaparte
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? What was his role in the French Revolution? How did rise to control most of Europe? Read here. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) is considered to be one of history's greatest military leaders who rose to prominence during the French Revolution (1787–99) and served as … [Read more...] about Napoleon Bonaparte
Global Hunger Index 2021
What is the global hunger index? What is its significance from the food security aspect? What are India's conditions according to it? Know more here. Why in news: The Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2021 report has put India in the 101st position out of 116 countries. India has slipped from its … [Read more...] about Global Hunger Index 2021
