Indian Air Force Day will be observed on October 8, 2026, marking the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The day commemorates the establishment of the IAF on October 8, 1932, and honours the contribution of its personnel to India’s national security and air defence. In 2026, Jodhpur Air Force Station will host […]
India Launches First Indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘INS Surya’ in Visakhapatnam
Oct 07, 2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched the Indian Navy’s first indigenously built Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1) ‘INS Surya’ at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam, on October 6, 2026. He also laid the keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship (FSS-5) and inaugurated the upgraded Slipway-4 and 300-tonne Goliath Crane. Fleet Support Ships to Strengthen Navy’s Reach […]
Brahmaputra Opens a New Chapter with First International Cargo from Dibrugarh
Oct 06, 2026
The first international inland waterways cargo movement from Dibrugarh since Independence has begun, with 540 MT of methanol being transported from Bogibeel to Dhaka, Bangladesh via the Brahmaputra on National Waterway-2. Historic Voyage from Dibrugarh to Dhaka The cargo, produced by Assam Petro-Chemicals Ltd, is being carried by DLB Patkai to Dhaka. The voyage marks […]
Ministry of Education Approves Five Centres of Excellence for Classical Languages
Oct 05, 2026
The Ministry of Education has approved five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for the study of Classical Assamese, Classical Bengali, Classical Marathi, Classical Pali and Classical Prakrit. The initiative will support research, preservation, digitization and wider study of India’s linguistic and literary heritage. Five Centres to Be Set Up Across Five States The Centres will be […]
Sanskriti Group’s ‘PURAB AUR PASCHIM’ Cultural & Food Fiesta 2.0 Celebrates Culture, Flavours, Fashion and Entertainment in Hisar
Oct 05, 2026
Sanskriti Group presented “CULTURAL & FOOD FIESTA 2.0 – PURAB AUR PASCHIM” on October 4, 2026, at Midtown Grand, Hisar, bringing together culture, food, fashion and entertainment under one roof. With nearly eight years of involvement in social activities, Sanskriti Group organised the event around the theme “Purab Aur Paschim,” highlighting the beautiful blend of […]
India Identifies 28 Places and Geographical Features in Ladakh on Official Survey Maps
Oct 02, 2026
The Government of India, in consultation with the Union Territory administration of Ladakh, has formally identified 28 places and geographical features in Ladakh using standard place and feature names on the official maps of the Survey of India. The move is aimed at ensuring accurate recognition of these locations and improving public awareness about them. […]
UPSC Completes 100 Years: A Century of Upholding Meritocracy
Oct 02, 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) completes 100 years on October 1, 2026, marking a century since the establishment of the Public Service Commission in 1926. Over the past 100 years, UPSC has evolved into a constitutional institution with an important role in the recruitment process for India’s public services. From London-Based ICS Exams to […]
New Additions to India’s UNESCO Tentative List 2026
Oct 01, 2026
5 new sites have been added to India’s UNESCO Tentative List in 2026, taking the country’s total to 78 sites. The new additions include heritage sites from Madhya Pradesh and a transnational nomination connected to Mahatma Gandhi’s Satyagraha movement. According to the official UNESCO World Heritage Centre, the five sites have been included based on […]
‘PURAB AUR PASCHIM’ Set to Bring Culture, Flavours, Fashion & Entertainment to Hisar on October 4
Oct 01, 2026
The people of Hisar are all set to experience a grand celebration of culture, food, fashion and entertainment. Sanskriti Group will present “CULTURAL & FOOD FIESTA 2.0 – PURAB AUR PASCHIM” on October 4, 2026 (Sunday) at Midtown Grand, Hisar. The event will begin at 4:00 PM. Associated with social activities for nearly 8 years, […]
Jharkhand’s Traditional Mandar Musical Instrument Gets GI Tag
Sep 30, 2026
Jharkhand’s traditional Mandar, a percussion instrument closely associated with the state’s tribal and folk culture, has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Geographical Indications Registry, Chennai. The GI recognition highlights Mandar’s traditional craftsmanship, use of locally sourced red soil and its distinctive sound. Unlike instruments such as the dhol and dholak, one side […]










