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Sri Lanka Celebrating Poson Poya Festival Honoring 2000 Years of Buddhism

Context: Sri Lanka celebrated Poson Poya on June 10–11, 2025, marks over 2,000 years since Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka. About Poson Poya Festival The annual Buddhist festival, Poson Poya Festival, is observed on the June full moon day....

648th Birth Anniversary of Sant Kabir Das: Philosophy and Notable Works

Context: Sant Kabir Das Jayanti was celebrated on June 11, 2025, marking his 648th birth anniversary and honouring his legacy of spiritual unity and social reform. Who Was Sant Kabir Das? Sant Kabir Das was a 15th-century mystic poet, Bhakti...

Rajon Ki Baoli Restoration Revives Delhi’s Heritage Stepwell

Context: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) completed the conservation of Rajon ki Baoli. About Rajon Ki Baoli Rajon Ki Baoli, or Rajon ki Bain, is an important historical stepwell that falls within the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, South Delhi, India....

Ayurvedic Manuscripts: Significance and Symbolism

Context: The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of AYUSH has revived two Ayurvedic manuscripts: Dravyaratnākara Nighaṇṭu and Dravyanamākara Nighaṇṭu. What are Ayurvedic Manuscripts? Ancient texts preserve Ayurvedic knowledge on medicinal plants, formulations, and pharmacological...

Buddha Purnima 2025, History, Significance and Celebrations

Buddha Purnima, or Buddha Jayanti or Vesak, is being observed today, Monday, May 12, 2025. This important Buddhist festival marks the birth, enlightenment (Nirvana), and death (Mahaparinirvana) of Gautam Buddha. Check Out Details on Buddha Purnima 2025 in this article....

Lakkundi Temples of Karnataka set to be Finalised for UNESCO Tentative List

Context: Lakkundi temples of Karnataka are set to be finalised for UNESCO tentative listing as World Heritage Sites. About Lakkundi Temples of Karnataka Lakkundi Temples are located in the Gadag district of Karnataka. These temples were built during the period...

Saora Tribe: Culture, Traditions, and their History

Saora Tribe Saora Tribe is one of the ancient tribes of Odisha, which is also mentioned in the epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. They are called by various names such as Savaras, Sabaras, Saura, Sora, etc. They have their own native language...

Golconda Blue Diamond, a Rare Gem from India

Context: The Golconda Blue, once owned by Indian royalty, is set to be auctioned at Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva, Switzerland. About Golconda Blue Diamond Golconda Blue Diamond is a 23.24-carat fancy vivid blue diamond known for its exceptional clarity...

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to Resume Soon, Halted Since 2020

Context: India and China are speeding up efforts to restart the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage. It was suspended from 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2022) & India-China tensions after the Galwan clashes (2020). About Kailash Mansarovar Kailash Mansarovar is a sacred...

Bihu Festival and Dance of Assam, History, Feature, Significance

Bihu Festival The three variations of the Bihu festival—Bohag Bihu, Kati Bihu, and Magh Bihu—all fall on significant dates in the area's agricultural calendar. The Bohag Bihu holiday, which is observed in the middle of April, marks the start of...