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World Kiswahili Language Day

July 7, 2022

The World Kiswahili Language Day is observed across the world on July 7, annually. Background The day is observed following a declaration led by UNESCO member states. This year marks the 1st observance of this day. Resolution 71/328 deals with ..

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125th birth anniversary of Alluri Sitarama Raju

July 4, 2022

On July 4, 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a 30-ft bronze statue of freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju. Key Facts The statue was unveiled to mark the 125th birth anniversary of Alluri Sitarama Raju. It is a 15-tonne statue ..

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GI Tag: Mayurbhanj’s ‘Ant chutney’

July 4, 2022

In Odisha, scientists are fine-tuning their analysis for making presentation for Geographical Indications (GI) registry of Kai Chutney. Highlights Dishes fabricated from weaver ants offer a treatment to many sicknesses for Odisha tribes. They are identified to boost immune device ..

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Unmesh: Himachal Pradesh International literary festival

June 20, 2022

A three-day international literary festival called “Unmesh” was held at Gaiety Theatre in Shimla. It was officially started, on June 16, 2022; by Union Minister of State for Culture, Arjun Ram Mehjawal. About Unmesh Festival Unmesh Festival is bringing together ..

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Shrisant Tukaram Maharaj Temple

June 14, 2022

On June 14, 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a temple in Dehu near Pune in Maharashtra, which is dedicated to 17th-century saint Tukaram Maharaj. Who was Tukaram Maharaj? Tukaram Maharaj was a warkari saint and poet. He was a prominent figure in ..

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National Museum of Customs and GST

June 14, 2022

As a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the “National Museum of Customs and GST”. Highlights The National Museum of Customs and GST called “Dharohar” was inaugurated in Goa. Museum was inaugurated as part ..

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Mongolian Buddha Purnima

June 14, 2022

India sent Four Holy Relics of Lord Buddha to Mongolia, on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. Key Facts All the Four Holy Relics of Lord Buddha will be be displayed for 11 days at the Batsagaan Temple in Gandan Monastery. ..

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Assam Baikho Festival

June 8, 2022

The Baikho festival is celebrated in the state of Assam, which is called as gateway to northeast India. It is celebrated by Rabha tribes of India. About Assam Assam is the state of natural beauty and scenic scapes. It stretches ..

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