Launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Aditya-L1 is India’s first space-based solar observatory designed to study the Sun. It’s located at Lagrange Point 1 (L1), about 1.5 million kilometers from Earth, where it can continuously observe the Sun without any interruptions from ...

The Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen (SBM-G) marks a significant turning point in India's sanitation story, rooted in a rich history of ancient innovations and supported by modern government initiatives. Launched in 2014 by our Hon’ble Prime Minister, this mission aimed to make India Open Defecation ...

"Abhijatri" (অভিযাত্রী), which translates to "voyager" or "traveler" in Assamese, is a captivating novel by Nirupama Borgohain. It draws inspiration from the life of Chandraprabha Saikiani, a dedicated social activist renowned for her work in advocating for women's rights. Key Points: ...

World No Tobacco Day, celebrated every year on May 31st, is a worldwide initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO). Its goal is to shine a light on the serious risks associated with tobacco use and to encourage the implementation of policies aimed at reducing tobacco consumption. Key ...

The butterfly stroke is a unique swimming technique performed on the chest, where both arms move in perfect harmony, paired with the butterfly kick—also known as the "dolphin kick"—along with the coordinated movement of the hips and chest. This style is the latest addition to competitive swimming, ...

Space weather refers to how solar activity affects Earth’s magnetic environment, and it can have a range of impacts on our technology and infrastructure—everything from power grids and communication systems to GPS navigation and satellite operations. That’s why NASA researchers have come up with ...

CAPTCHA, which stands for Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart, is a security tool designed to help websites tell the difference between real human users and automated bots. Just a quick reminder: when you're crafting responses, make sure to stick to the ...

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN for short, is a regional alliance focused on fostering economic and security collaboration among its ten member countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. As of 2023, the ...

Edward Jenner developed the smallpox vaccine, which utilizes a related virus known as vaccinia to guard against smallpox, a disease that has been eradicated. The two main vaccines currently in use are ACAM2000 and Jynneos (Imvamune/Imvanex). ACAM2000 contains a live but less dangerous virus, ...

The Sengol is a beautifully crafted gold-plated silver sceptre that has been installed in the New Parliament House in New Delhi, India. This sceptre was first handed to Jawaharlal Nehru, the inaugural Prime Minister of India, by a Tamil Adheenam during a ceremony that marked the Transfer of Power ...

The Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 added Article 21-A to the Constitution of India, ensuring that every child between the ages of six and fourteen has the right to free and compulsory education. This is recognized as a Fundamental Right, and the specifics of how this is ...

The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) is the backbone of India's legal strategy to tackle money laundering. This act, along with the rules that were established under it, officially took effect on July 1, 2005. The Director of the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND) and the ...