India faces two major challenges that affect millions of people every day—managing the enormous amount of plastic waste generated across the country and maintaining durable roads capable of withstanding heavy traffic and harsh weather. Few…
India has taken a major step towards diversifying its renewable energy portfolio by commissioning its first-ever geothermal wells in the scenic Puga Valley of Ladakh. Located at an altitude of more than 14,000 feet above…
India is home to countless architectural masterpieces, but few inspire as much curiosity as the famous Lepakshi Hanging Pillar in Andhra Pradesh. Located inside the historic Veerabhadra Temple, this seemingly “floating” pillar has amazed visitors,…
1. What is the Chitrakathi tradition? The Chitrakathi tradition is a unique folk storytelling art form from Maharashtra in which artists narrate stories using a series of hand-painted pictures. The storyteller displays one painting after…
India has produced countless scholars who have dedicated their lives to preserving and enriching its intellectual traditions. Among them, Bhagirath Prasad Tripathi, popularly known as Vagish Shastri, occupies a distinguished place. A renowned Sanskrit grammarian,…
India has produced numerous scientists whose research has transformed our understanding of the natural world. Among them, Dr. Vikram Chandra Thakur stands out as one of the country’s most respected geologists. Best known for his…
The world of Indian music lost one of its brightest stars with the passing of legendary playback singer S. Janaki. For more than six decades, her melodious voice captivated millions of listeners across generations and…
India’s banking sector entered FY27 on the back of one of its strongest balance sheets in over a decade. After years of cleaning up bad loans, improving capital adequacy, and embracing digital banking, investors expected…
The 72nd National Film Awards celebrated the finest achievements in Indian cinema, recognizing outstanding performances, filmmaking excellence and technical brilliance across multiple languages. Considered India’s most prestigious film honours, the National Film Awards continue to…
India has achieved another significant engineering milestone with the successful completion of the excavation of the 11.95-kilometre Sleemanabad Water Tunnel in Madhya Pradesh. Recognized as the country’s longest underground gravity-flow water tunnel, the project is…