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Recently, the Supreme Court of India declined to grant an urgent hearing on a petition challenging the practice of state-sponsored ceremonial honours, specifically the offering of a ‘Chadar’ by the Prime Minister at the Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer. The matter has brought renewed attention to the historical and spiritual significance of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. Who was Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti? Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti was one of the most revered Sufi saint

Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI)

Recently, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved emergency financial assistance of USD 206 million to Sri Lanka under its Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). The funding is intended to help the country meet urgent balance of payments needs arising from the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah. About the Rapid Financing Instrument The Rapid Financing Instrument is an IMF facility that provides prompt financial assistance to any IMF member country facing an urgent balance of paymen

Paliyar Tribe

Recently, 17 families belonging to the Paliyar tribe in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu submitted a petition to the District Collector, requesting the district administration to recognise and develop their existing settlement as a formal village. About the Paliyar Tribe The Paliyar tribe is an indigenous tribal community primarily inhabiting the hilly regions of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, especially along the Western Ghats. Nomenclature and Distribution The Paliyars are known by mult

Bhima River

Why in News Recently, the Karnataka government urged the Central Government to intervene in a dispute concerning excess utilization of Bhima River water by Maharashtra, highlighting inter-state water sharing concerns. About the Bhima River The Bhima River is a perennial river and the largest tributary of the Krishna River. It plays a crucial role in the water resources of peninsular India. Origin and Course The Bhima River originates near the Bhimashankar Temple in the Bhimash