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Unjha Cumin and Fennel from Gujarat Receive Geographical Indication Tag: Strengthening India's Spice Heritage

Why in News? The Geographical Indications Registry has conferred the GI tag on Unjha Cumin (Jeera) and Unjha Fennel (Saunf) from Gujarat, recognising their distinctive quality characteristics l

14 Jul 2026 · UPSC

Ladakh to Get Autonomous Hill Development Councils in All Seven Districts Under Article 371 Framework

Why in News? The Central Government has announced the establishment of Autonomous Hill Development Councils (AHDCs) in all seven districts of the Union Territory of Ladakh, extending the existi

14 Jul 2026 · UPSC

Legendary Playback Singer S. Janaki Passes Away at 88: The Voice Behind Over 40,000 Songs Across Six Decades

Why in News? Legendary playback singer S. Janaki (Sistala Janaki) , popularly known as the "Nightingale of South Indian Cinema" , passed away on Saturday, 11th July 2026 , at a private hospital

12 Jul 2026 · UPSC

World Population Day 2026: Healthy Timing and Spacing of Pregnancies

Why in News? Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda highlighted the importance of World Population Day (observed on 11th July every year), emphasising voluntary family pla

11 Jul 2026 · UPSC

PM Modi Visits UNESCO World Heritage Prambanan Temple Complex; ASI to Lead Conservation Project

Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto accompanied him in a

09 Jul 2026 · UPSC

Birth Anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee

Why in News? The Prime Minister paid tribute to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary (6th July) , highlighting his legacy in national unity, industrial policy, education, and his

07 Jul 2026 · UPSC

PM Pays Tribute to Swami Vivekananda on His Nirvana Day

Why in News? The Prime Minister paid tributes to Swami Vivekananda on his Nirvana Day (4th July) . He highlighted Vivekananda's contribution to bringing global recognition to India's cultural h

07 Jul 2026 · UPSC

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