UPSC GS 1 Mary Poonen Lukose News: Mary Poonen Lukose was the first woman member of a legislative council from an Indian princely state (Kerala). Early Life and Education: Mary Poonen was born on August 2, 1886, in Aymanam village, Kottayam district, Kerala. She enrolled in history at Maharaja’s College, becoming the first woman graduate […]
UPSC GS 1 Brahmani River News: Residents of low-lying areas in Rourkela city are afraid because the Brahmani River is flooding due to continuous heavy rains in recent days. Overview The Brahmani River is a major east-flowing river in peninsular India and is also known as Dhamra in its lower reaches. Origin The river is
UPSC GS 1 Bhil Tribe News: A large number of people from the Bhil tribe are demanding an independent ‘Bhil state’. “ Definition: Bhils are considered one of the oldest tribes in India, known for their distinct cultural and historical significance. Etymology: The name ‘Bhil’ is derived from the word villu or billu, which
UPSC GS 1 Chagos Archipelago News: India has reaffirmed its support to Mauritius on the issue of the Chagos Archipelago, with the move being appreciated by the island nation in the Indian Ocean. Location: Chagos Archipelago, island group in the central Indian Ocean, located about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) south of the southern tip of
GS Paper 1 Battle of Okinawa News: The United States has returned twenty-two historic artifacts to Japan that were looted following the Battle of Okinawa during World War II. Battle of Okinawa: The Battle of Okinawa, (April 1–June 21, 1945), World War II was a battle fought between U.S. and Japanese forces on Okinawa. The
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