Prithviraj Chauhan was the valiant king of the Chauhan dynasty during the medieval period of Indian history. Read here to know more about his heroic life. Prithviraj III or Prithviraj Chauhan or Rai Pithora was the king of the Chauhan or Chahamana dynasty who ruled from the present-day Ajmer and … [Read more...] about Prithviraj Chauhan
Battles of Tarain
Mohammed Ghori entered India during the rule of the powerful Chauhan. The Battles of Tarain between Ghori and Chauhan led way to the establishment of Ghurid rule and eventually the Delhi sultanate in northern parts of India. Read here to know more about the events. The arrival of Islam in India … [Read more...] about Battles of Tarain
Medieval India: Arrival of Islam in India
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
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)