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Kalamkari Painting: India's Timeless Art of Storytelling

Jun 22, 2026

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a stunning Kalamkari painting depicting scenes from the Mahabharata to French President Emmanuel Macron. This traditional Andhra Pradesh art form uses natural dyes and intricate hand-painting. The gesture highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and the significance of its ancient textile traditions.

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Abhigyan App: A Revolutionary Tool for Law Enforcement

Jun 22, 2026

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Abhigyan app, a mobile platform by NCRB that lets police scan fingerprints on the spot. Linked to a database of over 1.29 crore criminals, it matches prints in just 35 seconds. This tool is set to revolutionize ground-level policing across India.

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Non-Methane Hydrocarbons: The Invisible Pollutants Reaching the Himalayas

Jun 22, 2026

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A year-long study by ARIES in Munsyari, Himalayas, detected non-methane hydrocarbons (NMHCs) from vehicle exhaust and fuel use. These reactive gases contribute to ground-level ozone and secondary aerosols. The findings reveal that human-caused air pollution is now reaching even the most remote, pristine mountain regions.

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Ramiro Valdes, lauded as hero of Cuban revolution, dies at 94

Jun 22, 2026

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Ramiro Valdes, one of Fidel Castro's closest allies and a hero of the Cuban Revolution, has died at 94. He was among 82 men who sailed on the Granma yacht in 1956, and one of only 12 survivors. He served Cuba for decades as a top government official and revolutionary icon.

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Abhay-Velavan Complete Hat-Trick at Asian Doubles Squash Championships

Jun 21, 2026

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India's Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar won their third consecutive men's doubles title at the Asian Doubles Squash Championships in Malaysia. The top seeds defeated Pakistan in a thrilling final. India also secured bronze medals in women's doubles and mixed doubles, making it a memorable campaign.

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