In a commendable effort to empower first-time voters, the Jain Foundation hosted the Shat Pratishat Matadan event at Hotel Ashoka in Nagpur. The event aimed to educate young voters about the importance of voting, the power their vote holds, and the significant role their participation plays in shaping the country’s future. The event saw the…
Chhath Puja is a significant Hindu festival celebrated mainly in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Nepal. It honors the Sun God, Surya, and his consort Usha, with the belief that worshiping the Sun will bring health, prosperity, and the well-being of family members. Also Read: Donald Trump Wins U.S. Presidential Election, Set to…
India’s political system is a parliamentary democracy, which means that the government is elected by the people and is responsible to the parliament. This article outlines the processes for appointing key political figures in India, including the Prime Minister, President, Vice President, and members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Prime Minister Selection:The Prime…
The Supreme Court of India recently unveiled a redesigned version of the iconic ‘Lady Justice’ statue, marking a bold departure from its colonial legacy. Traditionally depicted with a blindfold and a sword, the new statue now features Lady Justice with open eyes and the Indian Constitution in place of the sword, symbolizing the judiciary’s commitment…
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India, marking the triumph of good over evil. It falls on the tenth day of the Hindu month of Ashwin, typically in September or October. The festival has a rich history, woven with stories from Hindu mythology that make it a time…
Ratan Naval Tata, born on December 28, 1937, is one of India’s most respected and influential business leaders. As the former chairman of Tata Sons, Ratan Tata led the transformation of the Tata Group from a primarily India-centric company to a global powerhouse during his 21-year tenure from 1991 to 2012. Early Life and Education…
Kolkata, the City of Joy, has long been synonymous with its iconic tram system, a unique mode of transportation that has captured the hearts of its residents and visitors alike. As the last Indian city to operate trams, Kolkata is now poised to bid farewell to this beloved service, marking the end of an era…
Shankh Air, a new domestic airline based in Uttar Pradesh, India, is set to become the first scheduled carrier from the state. With plans to establish its major hub at the new airport currently being constructed in Noida, Shankh Air is gearing up to commence operations with a fleet of Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. The airline…
The Union Cabinet has expanded the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) to offer health coverage to all citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of their income level. This move marks a significant shift in public healthcare and provides much-needed relief to India’s growing elderly population, who often face financial strain due…
India made history at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games with its best-ever performance, winning an impressive total of 29 medals. This included seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals, eclipsing their previous record of 19 medals at the Tokyo 2020 Games. The country’s overall Paralympic medal tally has now surpassed the 50-medal mark, marking…
