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Heritage & Culture
Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya
The Jingkieng Jri (living root bridges) are bioengineered structures found in the Khasi and Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya. Created by indigenous tribes using aerial roots of Ficus elastica trees, India has nominated them for UNESCO World Heritage status.
Science & Astronomy
Hanle Dark Sky Reserve
Located in the Changthang region of Ladakh at 4,500 metres altitude, Hanle is India’s first International Dark Sky Reserve. Managed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, it offers pristine Bortle-1 dark skies ideal for astronomical observations.
Infrastructure
NSHIP – Mega Shipbuilding Cluster
The National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park (NSHIP) in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu is India’s first mega shipbuilding cluster SPV. A joint venture between V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority and SIPCOT, it spans approximately 2,000 acres.
Traditional Knowledge
Paathara – Underground Grain Storage
Paathara (also called Khoni) is an ancestral underground grain storage method practiced in the Uddanam region of Srikakulam district along the Mahendratanaya River. The pit is plastered with straw, clay, and cow dung for natural preservation.
Mining & Resources
Coking Coal as Strategic Mineral
India holds 37.37 billion tonnes of coking coal resources, with Jharkhand containing the majority. Despite domestic reserves, 95% of coking coal for steel production is imported. The government has now notified it as a critical and strategic mineral.
Green Energy
e-Methanol Plant at Kandla Port
Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited will establish a 150 TPD e-Methanol plant at Kandla Port, Gujarat with investment exceeding Rs 1,200 crore. The project aligns with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission for sustainable fuel production.
Banking & Finance
Slice’s Repo Rate-Linked Savings Account
Slice Small Finance Bank launched India’s first savings account linked to 100% of RBI’s Repo Rate. Features include daily interest calculation and crediting, no minimum balance requirements, and full digital access with UPI integration.
Social Welfare
Kerala’s Sthree Suraksha Scheme
Under Kerala’s FY 2026-27 Elderly Budget, the Sthree Suraksha Scheme provides Rs 1,000 monthly to women (including trans-women) aged 35-60 not covered by other social security schemes. Total allocation: Rs 3,720 crore.
Defence
New HAL CMD – Kota Ravi
Kota Ravi has been appointed as the new CMD of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), succeeding Dr. D.K. Sunil. With over three decades of experience, he previously headed the LCA Tejas Division as ED & GM.
Health & International Days
World NTD Day 2026
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day (January 30) marks its 7th observance in 2026 with the theme “Unite. Act. Eliminate”. WHO’s target: eliminate at least one NTD in 100 countries by 2030.
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What is the local name for living root bridges in Meghalaya?
Jingkieng Jri
Made from Ficus elastica roots by Khasi & Jaintia tribes
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Where is India’s first International Dark Sky Reserve located?
Hanle, Ladakh
Located in Changthang region at 4,500 metres altitude
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Which city hosts India’s first mega shipbuilding cluster NSHIP?
Thoothukudi
Tamil Nadu – spans approximately 2,000 acres
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Which state has the majority of India’s coking coal reserves?
Jharkhand
Total reserves: 37.37 billion tonnes; 95% still imported
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At which port will the 150 TPD e-Methanol plant be established?
Kandla Port, Gujarat
Investment: Rs 1,200+ crore under Green Hydrogen Mission
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Which bank launched India’s first 100% Repo Rate-linked savings account?
Slice Small Finance Bank
Features daily interest calculation & no minimum balance
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What is the monthly assistance under Kerala’s Sthree Suraksha Scheme?
Rs 1,000
For women aged 35-60 not covered by other schemes
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Who is the new CMD of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)?
Kota Ravi
Former ED & GM of LCA Tejas Division
Think & Discuss
Preserving Traditional Knowledge: Can Ancient Practices Address Modern Challenges?
Context from today’s quiz: Today’s quiz highlighted two fascinating examples of indigenous wisdom — Meghalaya’s living root bridges (Jingkieng Jri) crafted over centuries using Ficus elastica roots, and the Paathara grain storage system from Srikakulam that uses natural materials for preservation without electricity or modern technology.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
As India seeks UNESCO recognition for living root bridges and scientists study traditional preservation methods, we face an important question about integrating ancestral knowledge with modern development.
How can India systematically document, preserve, and scale traditional ecological knowledge while ensuring indigenous communities benefit from commercialization?
How can India systematically document, preserve, and scale traditional ecological knowledge while ensuring indigenous communities benefit from commercialization?
- Should traditional knowledge systems like Paathara be integrated into agricultural extension services to promote sustainable, low-cost storage solutions?
- What intellectual property protections should exist for indigenous communities whose traditional practices gain commercial or tourism value?
- Can bio-engineering principles from living root bridges inform modern sustainable construction, especially in climate-vulnerable regions?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
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