As a part of an excavation effort that seeks to shine a light on the Keeladi civilization, a rusted iron dagger preserved in a burial urn was discovered in Konthagai village, Tamil Nadu.
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) National Centers for Environmental Information has released a report on global climate.
Emphasising that malnutrition is a hurdle in the development of women and children, Prime Minister announced fortification of rice distributed under various government schemes by 2024.
India accounts for over one-fifth of the world’s rice production. It is the largest consumer of rice, with a per capita rice consumption of 6.8 kg per month.
The Sensex crossed the 55,000 mark and hit a record high on sustained buying support by retail investors and mutual funds in intra-day trading.
Source: PIB, The Hindu, The Indian Express