Current Context: Achyuta Samanta, founder of KIIT (Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology) and KISS (Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences), was honored with the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award 2025 in Kokrajhar, Assam. Key Highlights: Award Instituted By: Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Trust Purpose: The award recognizes individuals contributing significantly to education and social empowerment. Occasion: Presented on the 166th birth anniversary of Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma, a prominent social reformer and spiritual leader of the Bodo community. Prize: Dr. Samanta received a citation, memento, and a cash award of ₹1 lakh, which he donated back to the Trust for its development.Read More

Current Context:The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) recently felicitated five individuals from the Armed Forces with the prestigious MacGregor Memorial Medal Award. About the Award: Institution: The MacGregor Memorial Medal was instituted in 1888 to honor Major General Sir Charles Metcalfe MacGregor, the founder of the United Service Institution (USI) of India, established in 1870. Purpose of USI: The USI was created to advance military knowledge and professional development among officers of the British Indian Army. Post-Independence Expansion (1986): The scope of the medal was expanded to include military expeditions and adventure activities, reflecting the changing nature of military service.....Read More

Current Context: The 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics recognized 13,508 physicists from four CERN projects for advancements in life sciences, mathematics, and fundamental physics, announced on April 5, 2025. Key Facts: Breakthrough Prize History: Established in 2013 by Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan, Sergey Brin, Anne Wojcicki, and Yuri & Julia Milner, to honor scientific achievements and promote global scientific progress. Life Sciences Prize: Awarded for developing weight-loss drugs (Ozempic, Wegovy), understanding the link between Multiple Sclerosis and Epstein-Barr virus, and advancing gene-editing technologies. Fundamental Physics Prize: Recognized four CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research) for their research on the....Read More

Current Context: President Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the Key to the City of Lisbon by the Mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Manuel, during her state visit to Portugal. Significance of the Honour: The Key to the City is the highest civic honour awarded by Lisbon. It symbolizes recognition and respect for distinguished guests. Diplomatic Context: She is visiting Portugal on the invitation of President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa. This is the first state visit by an Indian President to Portugal in 27 years; the last being by President K R Narayanan in 1998.Read More

Current Context: Renowned Indian sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik became the first Indian to win the Fred Darrington Sand Master Award. About Presented during Sandworld 2025 International Sand Art Festival in Dorset, England. Commemorates the 100th birth anniversary of legendary British sculptor Fred Darrington. Recognises excellence and global contribution in sand art. Pattnaik’s Contribution Created a 10-ft sculpture of Lord Ganesha with the message “World Peace” during the event. His work blends spiritual and social themes with artistic excellence. Marked a historic moment for India in the global sand art community. About Sudarsan Pattnaik Padma Shri awardee from Odisha. Participated in....Read More

Current Context: PM Narendra Modi received Sri Lanka’s highest civilian honour during his 2025 state visit. About Established: 2008 by President Mahinda Rajapaksa. Awarded to: Foreign leaders for fostering strong ties with Sri Lanka. Symbolism: Silver medal with Navarathna, globe, lotus petals, Pun Kalasa, Sun, Moon, and Dharma Chakra—reflecting shared prosperity and Buddhist heritage. Significance: Symbol of diplomatic respect, regional friendship, and cultural solidarity.Read More

Current Context: India secured the bronze medal in the mixed quad category at the ISTAF Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025, held in Patna, Bihar. Key Highlights Bronze Medal: India shared the bronze medal with Vietnam after being defeated by Myanmar in the semifinals. Final Results: Gold Medal: Thailand Silver Medal: Myanmar Venue: Matches were held at the Patliputra Sports Complex Indoor Stadium, Patna.Read More

Current Context Japanese mathematician Masaki Kashiwara received the 2025 Abel Prize for his pioneering contributions to algebraic analysis, representation theory, the development of D-modules, and the discovery of crystal bases. About Abel Prize Named After: Norwegian mathematician Niels Henrik Abel (1802–1829). Established: 2002 by the Norwegian Parliament to commemorate Abel's 200th birth anniversary. First Awarded: 2003. Significance: Regarded as the "Nobel Prize" equivalent in mathematics. Selection Process: Recipients are chosen by a committee appointed by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, in consultation with the International Mathematical Union (IMU) and the European Mathematical Society (EMS). Award: Includes a cash....Read More

Current Context: Violinist R K Shriramkumar awarded the Sangita Kalanidhi by the Music Academy for 2025. Sangita Kala Acharya awards conferred to Carnatic singer Shyamala Venkateswaran and Tavil artist Thanjavur R Govindarajan. Key Facts about R K Shriramkumar: Renowned Carnatic violinist from the Rudrapatnam lineage. Trained under R K Venkatarama Sastry and D K Jayaraman. Known for expertise in Subbarama Dikshitar’s Sangita Sampradaya Pradarsini.Read More

Vinod Kumar Shukla, an eminent Hindi writer, has been awarded the 59th Jnanpith Award, India’s highest literary honor, for his remarkable contribution to Hindi literature. Key Facts First from Chhattisgarh: First recipient from the state to receive this honor. 12th Hindi Writer: 12th Hindi writer to be honored with the Jnanpith Award Award Components Cash Prize: ₹11 lakh Statue: Bronze Saraswati statue Citation: Accompanying the award  Read More