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Oxford Word of the Year 2024 – Brain Rot

December 4, 2024

Recently, “brain rot” has been declared the Oxford Word of the Year, followed by a public vote with over 37,000 participants. Language experts reviewed six nominated words reflecting recent societal trends. Definition of Brain Rot “Brain rot” signifies a decline ..

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West Bengal Recognised for Heritage Tourism: UNESCO

December 4, 2024

West Bengal has gained recognition as a premier heritage tourism destination by UNESCO , Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced. She emphasised the importance of heritage tourism in generating employment for youth. The state is actively developing heritage sites and enhancing ..

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Uber Shikara: India’s First Water Transport Service

December 3, 2024

Uber has introduced Asia’s first water transport service, Uber Shikara, in Dal Lake, Jammu and Kashmir, which blends technology with traditional shikara rides to enhance the tourist experience. Tourists can now book shikara rides through the Uber app that allows ..

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Gujarat’s ‘Gharchola’ Receives Geographical Indication Tag

December 2, 2024

Gujarat’s Gharchola has recently been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, which was conferred by the Union government, and took place during the event “GI and Beyond, Virasat Se Vikas Tak” in New Delhi. With this recognition, Gujarat now boasts ..

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BIPEX-2024

December 2, 2024

The national postal exhibition BIPEX-2024 commenced in Patna at the Gyan Bhawan Auditorium and will run for three days. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar inaugurated the exhibition, marking Bihar’s rich postal history. Exhibition Overview BIPEX-2024 features approximately 20,000 postal stamps, which ..

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Me·Gong Festival 2024

December 2, 2024

Meghalaya is set to host the Me·Gong Festival 2024, a two-day event that taking place on November 29-30 at Jenjal, Baljek Airport, in West Garo Hills, Tura. The theme for this year is “Echoes of Traditions,” which aims to celebrate ..

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World Craft Council Launches Authenticity Seal for Jammu & Kashmir Crafts

November 28, 2024

Kashmir’s handicrafts received important attention as the World Crafts Council (WCC) introduced the ‘Seal of Authenticity of the Craft.’ This certification recognizes handmade crafts from Jammu and Kashmir, which marks traditional methods that have been used for centuries. Purpose of ..

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Prehistoric Footprints Discovered in Kerala

November 23, 2024

Recent archaeological findings have emerged from Kanhirapoil in Madikkai panchayat. Twenty-four pairs of prehistoric footprints and a human figure have been carved into rock on private land. Experts suggest these carvings date back to the Megalithic period. The discovery was ..

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