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Calcutta High Court Allows 15-Year-Old to Adopt Stepfather’s Surname

The Calcutta High Court has permitted a 15-year-old boy to adopt his stepfather’s surname, upholding the rights of custodial parents and recognizing modern family dynamics.Though the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) opposed the change, the court ruled that surname falls within the scope of Section 454 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation Act, which allows for name […]

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Nagshankar Temple of Assam Becomes Modern Temple for Turtle Conservation

Nagshankar Temple, located in Biswanath district in northeastern Assam, has been named a model temple for turtle conservation. This recognition was given on May 23, 2025, during a special event held on World Turtle Day.The event celebrated the temple’s important work in protecting turtles, which are deeply respected in Assam’s culture. The event was organized

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Om Birla Launches Assistive Device Initiative for Persons with Disabilities

The Pradhan Mantri Divyasha Kendra (PMDK) inaugurated by Om Birla in Kota serves as a major leap in empowering differently abled citizens.Under the guidance of ALIMCO and the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, the centre provides assistive devices, mobility aids, and skill development training to ensure self-reliance and inclusive growth.With a vision to expand

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Endangered Species Fund in Tamil Nadu Gets Fresh Lease of Life

The Tamil Nadu Endangered Species Conservation Fund, launched in 2024 with a ₹50 crore corpus, faced administrative hurdles due to the defunct status of the State Forest Development Agency (SFDA).To avoid delays, the fund has now been transferred to the Advanced Institute of Wildlife Conservation (AIWC), Vandalur, known for its research and wildlife initiatives.The fund

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Lakkundi Group of Monuments Proposed for UNESCO Tentative List

Karnataka’s Lakkundi temples, built during the Kalyana Chalukya era, are being considered for inclusion in the UNESCO tentative list of World Heritage Sites.The state has collaborated with INTACH to draft and finalize the proposal, focusing on the architectural significance, especially the Vesara temple style and stepwells.These monuments meet key UNESCO criteria for showcasing cultural exchange

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Government Sanctions ₹40 Crore for Mangaluru’s Kallapu-Sajipa Riverfront Road Project”

The State government has sanctioned an additional ₹40 crore for the ongoing Kallapu-Sajipa riverfront road project in Mangaluru, bringing the total sanctioned amount to 25% of the ₹160 crore project cost, said Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader.The road will enhance connectivity to areas like Harekala, Pavoor, Innoli, and Ranipura. Approval has also been given for

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Similipal Officially Accorded As National Park’s Status

Similipal, a rich ecological region in Odisha, was officially declared the 107th National Park of India and second in Odisha on April 24, 2025, covering 845.70 sq km across 11 forest ranges.Known for its biodiversity—including 55 mammals, 361 bird species, and being a major tiger reserve—this move marks a milestone in conservation. Proposed in 1980,

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Khultabad to be Renamed ‘Ratnapur’ A Cultural Reclamation Move by Maharashtra Government

In a move to revive pre-Mughal heritage, the Maharashtra government has announced the renaming of Khultabad to its original name, Ratnapur, on April 8, 2025, by Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat.Located in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar district, Khultabad—home to Aurangzeb’s tomb, along with graves of Azam Shah and Asaf Jah I—was renamed during the Mughal era.The

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Home Minister Amit Shah Unveils Maharaja Agrasen’s Statue & Other Initiatives

On March 31, 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a statue of Maharaja Agrasen, inaugurated an ICU facility, and laid the foundation stone for a PG hostel in Hisar, Haryana, alongside CM Nayab Singh Saini. He praised Haryana’s historical contributions, Maharaja Agrasen’s economic cooperation model, and PM Modi’s development policies. Shah highlighted the Modi

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Assam CM Inaugurated ‘Shraddhanjali,’ Second Longest Flyover In The State

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the newly constructed ‘Shraddhanjali’ flyover in Guwahati on October 19, 2023, marking a significant milestone in the state’s infrastructure development as it was completed in just 60 days. This achievement stands out, considering that it was completed 300 days ahead of the original schedule. Shraddhanjali Flyover Inaugurated with Ambitious Citywide CCTV Project The 2.28-kilometer-long Shraddhanjali flyover, linking Commerce

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