Why in News: The Registry Building, a two-storied structure at Chandernagore built in 1875 and a symbol of French settlement of the colonial town, has been awaiting restoration for a long time. The history of French in India The first …
What’s in News Gujarat’s tableau for the Republic Day parade this year has been themed on tribal revolutionaries from the state who devoted themselves to India’s independence struggle, with a special focus on an event that took place in Sabarkantha …
Why in News? Recently, Goa celebrated its 60th liberation day (December 19). Why does Goa observe liberation day on December 19? An important port for trade and military operations, Goa was ruled by the Portuguese for more than 450 years. …
Who is he? Ranjit Singh unified the Sikh empire by overpowering the feuding Misls (confederacies). He is known for his accomplishment in liberating Lahore (his capital) from Afghan invaders, and subsequently he was given the title Lion of Punjab (Sher-e-Punjab). …
Why in News: The Union government has asked States to ensure that people don’t use plastic national flags. About the National Flag The National Flag is a horizontal tricolour of India saffron (kesaria) at the top, white in the middle …
Why in News: Archaeological Survey of India said that it has not located the grave of Dara Shikoh within the Humayun’s Tomb complex. Who is Dara Shikoh Dara Shikoh, who was Mughal emperor Shah Jahan’s eldest son and expected heir, …
Why in News? The External Affairs Minister handed over to Georgia the holy relics of 17th century Georgian Queen St. Ketevan nearly 16 years after they were found in Goa. Who is St. Queen Ketevan? St. Queen Ketevan was a …