Current Affair Category: History and Culture

Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2025 – 3rd Edition The third edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam will be held between February 15 and 24, 2025, organized by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras). This event, initiated by the Government of India’s Ministry of Education, aims to create awareness about the cultural connections between Kashi […]

What is Amrit Snan or Shahi Snan? The Kumbh Mela, held every 12 years, is observed at Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik-Trimbakeshwar, and Ujjain, on the banks of sacred rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, and Kshipra. Bathing in these rivers during the Kumbh is believed to wash away one’s sins. Certain dates are considered especially […]

Indus Script: The Indus script (also known as the Harappan script) is one of the earliest forms of writing used by the Indus Valley Civilization (around 3300–1300 BCE). The script consists of over 400 symbols, which include pictographs, ideographs, and signs that may represent syllables or words. Despite various attempts, the script has not been […]

Why in News ? Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced a $1 million prize for deciphering the script of the Indus Valley Civilisation, an enigma that endures more than a century after Sir John Marshall announced the discovery of the Bronze Age culture that thrived in valley of the Indus between c. 3300 and […]

Payal Kapadia : Golden Globe Nominations Payal Kapadia is an Indian filmmaker and artist based in Mumbai, known for her evocative storytelling that delves into intimate and political aspects of Indian society. She studied Film Direction at the Film & Television Institute of India and has garnered international acclaim for her work. Notable Works: Afternoon […]

 Why in news ?The 82nd Golden Globe Awards, held on January 5, 2025, celebrated outstanding achievements in film and television. Major Winners: Best Motion Picture – Drama: The Brutalist Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy: Emilia Pérez Best Director: Brady Corbet for The Brutalist Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama: Adrien Brody […]

Why in News? India welcomed its first Generation Beta baby, Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng, on January 1, 2025, in Aizawl, Mizoram. First Generation Beta (Gen Beta) – Overview and History:  Gen Beta (Born 2025-2039): Children born between 2025 and 2039 are designated as Generation Beta (Gen Beta). This cohort will grow up in a world that […]

Why in News? The Arunachal Pradesh government is reviving a 1978 anti-conversion law to address rising concerns over cultural preservation and religious conversions. The Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, passed in 1978, seeks to regulate religious conversions within the state to protect indigenous faiths and traditions. It specifically prohibits conversions achieved through force, inducement, […]

The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024 was given to Gukesh D (Chess) ,Harmanpreet Singh (Hockey) ,Praveen Kumar (Para-Athletics), Manu Bhaker (Shooting). How is the Khel Ratna Award Given? Call for Nominations: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports invites nominations from National Sports Federations (NSFs), the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Sports Promotion Boards, […]

The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024 were given to Gukesh D (Chess) ,Harmanpreet Singh (Hockey) ,Praveen Kumar (Para-Athletics) & Manu Bhaker (Shooting). How is the Khel Ratna Award Given? Call for Nominations: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports invites nominations from National Sports Federations (NSFs), the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Sports Promotion […]