Hari Balakrishnan Marconi Prize : Computer Scientist Hari Balakrishnan Wins 2023 Marconi Prize Computer scientist Hari Balakrishnan has been awarded the prestigious Marconi Prize for his work in developing wireless network technology. The Marconi Society, which awards the annual prize, said Balakrishnan had made “seminal contributions to wireless networking” and that his work had “revolutionized…
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar : Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Biography Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, commonly known as Veer Savarkar, was a prominent Indian independence activist, politician, and writer who played a key role in India’s struggle for freedom from British rule. He is also credited with coining the term “Hindutva,” which refers to the Hindu nationalist ideology. In…
Adani Green Energy : Sri Lanka assents to Adani Green’s $442 million wind power project Adani Green Energy Limited has received approval from the government of Sri Lanka to set up a $442 million wind power project. This project will be the largest foreign direct investment in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector. The project is…
FATF suspension : Financial Crime Watchdog FATF Suspends Russia’s Membership over Ukraine War The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has suspended Russia’s membership due to its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The decision was made at a meeting in Paris on February 23, 2023, and marks a significant escalation in the international community’s response to the…
India Biodiversity Champion : India Can Emerge as a Biodiversity Champion India is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, housing around 7-8% of the world’s plant and animal species, according to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC). Despite this, India has been facing various biodiversity-related challenges, such as habitat…
Eknath Shinde : Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde Named Shiv Sena Chief Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has been appointed as the new chief of the Shiv Sena, one of India’s oldest regional political parties. The decision was taken during the party’s national executive meeting held in Mumbai on April 24, 2023. Shinde will take…
Mukaab Indoor Super City : Mukaab Indoor Super City is Saudi Arabia’s Next Mega Project in Riyadh Saudi Arabia is well-known for its extravagant infrastructure projects, and it has now unveiled its latest project, Mukaab Indoor Super City. The project, which will be located in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, is set to become…
Taj Mahotsav 2023 : 10-Day Taj Mahotsav Starts in Agra of Uttar Pradesh The 10-day Taj Mahotsav has kicked off in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, from 18th April 2023. The festival is organized every year by the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department and is a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the state. This year, the…
Avian flu pandemic : Avian Flu Is it the Next Human Pandemic? The outbreak of Avian Influenza or bird flu has been reported in several states of India, causing concerns for the potential of a human pandemic. In this article, we will explore the current situation, the risks, and what you need to know. Avian…
Mughal Art and Architecture : Mughal Art and Architecture A Journey Through Time Mughal Art and Architecture has been a significant topic of interest for many students preparing for government exams like UPSC, PSCS, banking, railways, defence and more. The Mughal period has been an important chapter in the history of India and their contributions…
