1) PM to Inaugurate Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Location:
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Inaugurated By:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
About Rashtra Prerna Sthal:
- A national inspiration memorial complex
- Dedicated to great leaders, reformers, freedom fighters, and nation builders
- Designed to promote patriotism, national values, and civic consciousness
Significance:
- Strengthens cultural and historical awareness
- Enhances Lucknow’s importance as a national heritage hub
- Promotes values of unity, service, and sacrifice
2) Dhanu Jatra Recognised as the World’s Largest Open-Air Theatre Festival
Festival:
Dhanu Jatra
Location:
Odisha
What Makes It Unique:
- Considered the world’s largest open-air theatre
- Entire town transforms into mythological locations
- Based on stories from Lord Krishna’s life, especially the rule of King Kansa
Significance:
- Global recognition of India’s folk theatre traditions
- Boosts cultural tourism in Odisha
- Preserves intangible cultural heritage
3) Madhya Pradesh to Become India’s First State with a Three-Year Rolling Budget
State:
Madhya Pradesh
Policy Announcement:
- MP will introduce India’s first three-year rolling budget starting 2026–27
What Is a Rolling Budget?
- Budget prepared for three consecutive years
- Updated annually
- Ensures long-term fiscal planning and stability
Significance:
- Improves policy continuity
- Enhances fiscal discipline and predictability
- Marks a major financial governance reform
4) ‘PA-PA-PAGIL’ Learning Project Launched for Children in Dahod, Gujarat
Project Name:
PA-PA-PAGIL
Location:
Dahod
Target Group:
Children, especially from tribal and marginalised communities
Objective:
- Promote joyful, activity-based learning
- Improve foundational literacy and numeracy
- Encourage learning in local languages
Significance:
- Supports NEP 2020 goals
- Reduces learning gaps
- Strengthens inclusive and community-based education
5) Sharks and Stingrays Captured Underwater at Active Kavachi Volcano
Volcano:
Kavachi Volcano
Location:
Solomon Islands
Scientific Discovery:
- Sharks and stingrays recorded living near an active underwater volcano
- Captured using underwater drones and cameras
Significance:
- Challenges earlier assumptions about marine life survival in extreme environments
- Offers insights into volcanic-marine ecosystems
- Important for marine biology, volcanology, and astrobiology research
