“FESTIVAL”

Sarhul Festival of Jharkhand 2025

The Sarhul Festival is an important celebration for Adivasi communities in the Chhotanagpur region, particularly in Jharkhand. In Jharkhand, Sarhul is a public holiday. In the year 2025, it falls on 01st of April, Tuesday. It marks the arrival of spring and signifies the start of the new year for these tribal groups. This festival, dedicated to the worship of the Sal tree, holds deep cultural and ecological significance. The Sal tree is revered as the abode of Sarna Maa, the village deity, and Sarhul symbolizes the harmonious union of the Sun and the Earth, essential for life. This celebration is rich in rituals, social unity, and political assertion, particularly in the context of Adivasi identity and rights.

 “AWARDS”

Renowned Historian MyNaa Swamy to Receive Prestigious Ugadi Award

The Andhra Pradesh government has announced that renowned historian and archaeologist MyNaa Swamy will be honored with the prestigious Ugadi Award for his outstanding contributions to historical research and social service. The award will be conferred by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu at a special ceremony in Vijayawada.

“AWARDS”

Aryna Sabalenka Wins Miami Open 2025, Defeats Jessica Pegula in Straight Sets

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka reinforced her dominance in women’s tennis by clinching her first Miami Open title, defeating Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 in the final. With this victory, she secured her 19th WTA title, including eight WTA 1000 titles and three Grand Slam championships. Sabalenka’s impressive performance throughout the tournament, without dropping a set, further solidified her status as the top-ranked player in the world.

“SCIENCE”

SpaceX Successfully Launches Fram2 Mission: First Humans to Travel Over Earth’s Poles

SpaceX has achieved another historic milestone with the successful launch of its Fram2 mission, marking the first-ever human spaceflight to orbit Earth from pole to pole. Launched aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, the all-civilian crew will embark on a three to five-day journey in a 90-degree polar orbit. The mission aims to advance human spaceflight research by conducting 22 experiments, including the first x-ray taken in space and the growth of mushrooms in microgravity.

“DEFENCE”

Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025: Strengthening India-US HADR Cooperation

The fourth edition of Exercise Tiger Triumph, a bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise between India and the United States, is set to take place on the Eastern Seaboard from April 1 to April 13, 2025. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability in HADR operations, focusing on establishing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and a Combined Coordination Center (CCC). This will facilitate seamless coordination between Indian and US Joint Task Forces (JTF) during crisis situations. The exercise consists of two phases—the Harbour Phase at Visakhapatnam (April 1–7) and the Sea Phase off Kakinada (April 8–13). Both military forces will conduct joint maritime, amphibious, and HADR operations, including training visits, medical aid camps, and joint command exercises.

“APPOINTMENT”

Ambuj Chandna Joins DBS Bank India as MD & Head of Consumer Banking Group

Ambuj Chandna, a veteran banker with over 16 years of experience at Kotak Mahindra Bank, has joined DBS Bank India as Managing Director (MD) and Head of Consumer Banking Group. His move to DBS India comes shortly after Rajat Verma took over as the CEO of DBS Bank India on March 1, 2025. Chandna was previously serving as President and Head of Consumer Bank (Products) at Kotak Mahindra Bank, where he played a key role in the bank’s retail strategy. His transition marks one of the first major leadership changes under Verma’s tenure.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Ahmedabad’s Famous Saudagari Block Print Receives GI Tag

The Saudagari block print, a traditional craft practiced by artisans in Jamalpur, Ahmedabad, has been officially recognized with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This unique handcrafted textile art has been preserved for generations and continues to be a significant part of Gujarat’s cultural heritage.