The “Sadiya Khowa Gohain” was a key administrative role, similar to a governor, established by the Ahom rulers to manage the Sadiya region after they took control of the Chutia kingdom. The first person to hold this position was Phrasenmung. Let’s take a closer look at the history of the Sadiya Khowa Gohain post. It […]
RRRLF is an independent organization that’s been set up and fully funded by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. It’s registered under the West Bengal Societies Registration Act of 1961. Acting as the main body for the Ministry of Culture, RRRLF is dedicated to promoting and supporting public library systems and services across India,
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) is a scheme aimed at tackling the development gaps in specific Minority Concentration Areas. Before PMJVK came into play, the Ministry was running the Multi-Sectoral Development Programme. The areas where PMJVK will be implemented have been chosen based on the minority population and socio-economic data from the 2011
India has experienced a range of revolutions in its agricultural and food processing industries, all beginning with the green revolution. In the late 20th century, new machinery and equipment were brought to Indian farmers to enhance the quality of cereal production. Following this remarkable success, several other revolutions emerged, each bringing unique changes to farming
Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt is a world-famous Indian classical musician and the innovative creator of the Mohan Veena, a modified slide guitar that’s used to perform the rich traditions of Indian classical music. Grammy Achievement: The Mohan Veena: Musical Style and Legacy: Awards and Recognition:
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The Pala Wetland in Mizoram, known as the largest natural wetland in the state, has earned the prestigious designation of a Ramsar site, highlighting its international significance. Pala Wetland: Nestled near Phura village in the Saiha district, this wetland features a deep lake that plunges over 16 meters and is home to a vibrant array
The Nobel Prize in Physics stands as one of the highest honors in the scientific community, recognizing exceptional contributions to physics. This award has been given out annually since 1901 by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. History and Origins: Founded by: Alfred Nobel, a Swedish inventor and industrialist famous for creating dynamite. • Purpose:
NIScPR stands for the National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research. It is a part of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in India. About NIScPR In 2021, a merger brought together two CSIR institutes: – CSIR-NISCAIR, which stands for the National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources – CSIR-NISTADS, or
NATO is a political and military alliance established to promote collective security and cooperation among member nations. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO for short, is a military alliance that was formed back in 1949. Its main goal was to provide a counterbalance to the Soviet forces that were positioned in central and eastern
Every year on February 28, India celebrates National Science Day, marking the incredible discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by Sir C. V. Raman back in 1928. His groundbreaking work even earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930! It was in 1986 that the National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC) urged the
