February 2023 -

Ramosi Uprising, History and Timeline of the Ramosi Uprising

February 23, 2023

Ramosi Uprising The Maharashtra-based Ramosi Uprising (1877–1887) was a farmer uprising against the British government’s lack of anti–famine action. Vasudev Balwant Phadke was in charge of it. Instead of calm protests, there were violent ones. In Satara, the Ramosi revolt against British authority took place in 1822 under the leadership of Chittur Singh. The British …

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Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 Winners List, Best Movie, Actor, Actress

February 22, 2023

Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 Every year at the National Film Awards ceremony, the Directorate of Film Festivals, a company founded by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, presents the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. For their “great contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema,” the recipient is acknowledged. And a committee made up of well-known …

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Bhil Revolts 1818, History, Causes, Consequences, Leaders

February 22, 2023

Bhil Revolt One of the first British resistance actions that any clan or tribe in the nation took was the Bhil revolt in 1818. The Bhil Revolt of 1818 was one of the country’s earliest tribal group-led uprisings. The East India Company’s horrendous treatment of the Bhils, who were dispossessed of their long-standing forest rights …

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Editorial of the Day: Xi, Modi and Peace in Ukraine (Indian Express)

February 22, 2023

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches its first anniversary, the war has entered a new phase where more intensive fighting is taking place along with some high-voltage peace diplomacy. China has stepped into the arena in an effort to make peace. President Xi is expected to unveil a set of proposals to bring the …

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Case Study of the Day: Bridging Gap in Learning Outcomes

February 22, 2023

Background: The initiative called ‘Vedh Project’, a student-centered instructional strategy in the Nandurbar taluka in Maharashtra, has resulted in bridging the gap in learning outcomes. About the Vedh Project It is based on the novel concept of heutagogy, a student-centered instructional strategy. Earlier situation: Pandemic situation had hampered the learning process, increasing the gaps. General …

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Effects of Commercial Deep Sea Mining

February 22, 2023

Context: A recent study published in journal Frontiers in Marine Science has observed that deep seabed mining operations could present serious risks to ocean ecosystems. What are the Effects of Commercial Deep Sea Mining According to the Study? Noise pollution: If allowed, commercial-scale mining is expected to operate 24 hours a day, causing noise pollution. The mining …

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Vostro Account

February 22, 2023

Context: According to recent reports, twenty Russian banks, including Gazprom, Rosbank, Tinkoff Bank, Centro Credit Bank and Credit Bank of Moscow, have opened rupee vostro accounts with authorised dealer banks in India to enable rupee trade between the two countries. About Vostro Account A vostro account is an account that domestic banks hold for foreign …

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Mutiny Memorial for Revolt of 1857

February 22, 2023

Context: The Mutiny Memorial, built in Delhi in 1863 to honour those who had fought from the British side in the Delhi Field Force, during the Revolt of 1857, later was re-dedicated to also honour those Indians who lost their lives fighting the British. About the Memorial The Memorial, which is a tapering four-tier red …

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UPI-PayNow Integration

February 22, 2023

Context: India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Singapore’s PayNow have been recently integrated. More on UPI-PayNow Integration News UPI Integration: To enable faster remittances between India and Singapore, India’s retail payment system, UPI, and its equivalent network in Singapore, PayNow, have been integrated. Singapore has now become the first country with which cross-border Person to …

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Districts of Andhra Pradesh & their Importance, Map, Names

February 22, 2023

Districts of Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh is a southern state in India, known for its rich culture, history, and natural beauty. The state is divided into 26 administrative districts, each with its own unique features and characteristics. The districts of Andhra Pradesh are home to several religious and cultural centers, educational institutions, and industries. The …

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