UN-Habitat released the World Cities Report 2024 highlighting the critical role of cities in climate change. Key Findings Temperature Increases By 2040, nearly 2 billion urban residents will experience a 0.5°C rise. 14% of cities may face drier climates; 900
Cyclone Dana, a cyclonic storm named by Qatar meaning “generosity” in Arabic, is approaching coastal Odisha with expected heavy rains and strong winds. Cyclones, caused by rapid air circulation around low-pressure zones, are classified as tropical and extra-tropical, each carrying
Secularism is an ideology that emphasizes the separation of religion and the state and the neutrality of the government with respect to religious beliefs.. It has broadly two meanings: Separation of religion from the state i.e. Dharm Nirpekshta. Equal respect
Tensions has been escalating between India and Canada over allegations related to the killing of Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Khalistan Movement : The Khalistan movement aims to establish a separate, sovereign Sikh state in present-day Punjab (India and Pakistan).
Munshi Premchand (Upanyas Samrat), a pioneer of modern Hindi and Urdu literature, is renowned for his socially conscious works that resonate with readers across generations. Early Life and Education Birth and Background: Born as Dhanpat Rai Srivastava on July 31,
India has been ranked 105th out of 127 countries in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2024, placing it in the “serious” category for hunger levels. Global Hunger Index (GHI) GHI is a tool for comprehensively measuring and tracking hunger at
Mental Health According to the World Health Organization (WHO): “ Mental health is a state of well-being where individuals can manage life’s stresses, recognize their abilities, work productively, and contribute to their communities ”. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH MONTH: Established by
The Na-Gosain Hauli Durga Puja in North Guwahati is celebrating its 201st year in 2024. This Puja is performed by the Na-Gosain family, descendants of the Ahom Swargadeo Lakshmikanta Singha’s Raj Purohit. The celebration is marked by a sacred and
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