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President Murmu Confers 58th Jnanpith Award

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President Droupadi Murmu conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and renowned poet-lyricist Gulzar. This special award is given every year to writers who have made outstanding contributions to Indian literature. Gulzar could not attend the award ceremony because he was not feeling well. Instead, he received the award at his home in Mumbai, where his family and some close friends celebrated with him.

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Who are the winners of 58th Jnanpith Award?

Gulzar is a very well-known poet, songwriter, and filmmaker. He writes mostly in Urdu and Hindi. He is famous for writing beautiful songs for movies and has also directed and written several popular films.

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Jagadguru Rambhadracharya is a respected Hindu spiritual leader, teacher, and writer. He is known for writing more than 240 books and four major epic poems in Sanskrit. He also founded an organisation called Tulsi Peeth in Chitrakoot.

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Did you know?

The Jnanpith Award is a prestigious prize given every year to the best writers in India. Established in 1961, it is the oldest and most important literary award in the country. The award recognises authors who write in any of the many Indian languages or in English. It honours writers who have made outstanding contributions by creating stories, poems, or books that enrich Indian literature. Winners receive a special plaque, prize money, and a small statue of Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and wisdom.

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Indian Census 2026-27: Key Dates Announced

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After a six-year delay, India is finally getting ready to count its population in a two-phase census that will conclude in 2027. It was originally due in 2021, but has been delayed several times since. The last census was conducted in 2011. For the snow-bound Himalayan regions, which includes the states of Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh, and the region of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, the reference date will be October 1, 2026. 

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While for the rest of the country, the reference date will be March 1, 2027. This time, the Census will also ask about people’s castes (which are social groups in India), something that hasn’t been done across the whole country since 1931. The government says this will help them understand how different groups are doing and make better plans for schools, jobs, and other services people need. Reference date is the date to which population count relates.

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A census is when the government counts all the people living in a country and collects information about them, like their age, where they live, and what they do.

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World’s Highest Rail Bridge: Vande Bharat Crosses Chenab Bridge in Kashmir

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Imagine a train zooming over a bridge so high it makes the Eiffel Tower look short! On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi symbolically flagged off a train across the Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir, the world’s highest railway arch bridge. This giant stretches 1,315 meters across the Chenab River, standing 359 meters above the water—35 meters taller than the Eiffel Tower! 

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This bridge, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, connects Kashmir to the rest of India like never before. It took over eight years and Rs. 1,486 crore to build this steel marvel. It’s strong enough to handle super-cyclone winds and freezing -20°C temperatures. A super-fast Vande Bharat Express train now completes the journey from Katra to Srinagar in just three hours, making travel a breeze! About 3,200 workers teamed up, using 16,000 tonnes of steel, mostly sourced from India’s Bhilai Steel Plant. This bridge isn’t just cool—it’s a game-changer for trade, tourism, and connecting people across India’s snowy Himalayas.

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Historic Wins at French Open 2025: Gauff and Alcaraz Shine

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The French Open 2025 was full of excitement, surprises, and history-making moments! Tennis fans around the world watched as two young stars, Carlos Alcaraz from Spain and Coco Gauff from the US, became champions on the famous red clay courts of Roland Garros in Paris.

Carlos Alcaraz: King of Comebacks

Coco Gauff: A New ChampionCarlos Alcaraz, just 22 years old, won the men’s singles title in a match that will be remembered for years to come. He faced Italy’s Jannik Sinner in the final, and things didn’t look good at first—Carlos Alcaraz lost the first two sets! But he didn’t give up. He fought back, saving three championship points, and finally won in five thrilling sets: 4–6, 6–7, 6–4, 7–6, 7–6. The match lasted 5 hours and 29 minutes—making it the longest French Open final ever!  It marked his second straight title at Roland Garros and third Grand Slam title since the start of 2024, also including the 2024 Wimbledon. It is his fifth Slam overall.

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Coco Gauff: A New Champion

On the women’s side, Coco Gauff made history by winning her very first French Open title. She defeated the world’s number one player, Aryna Sabalenka, in a tough three-set match. This was Coco Gauff’s second Grand Slam title, and she became the first American woman to win the French Open since Serena Williams.

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Fun Facts 

This year’s French Open was special for many reasons:

  • It was the 124th edition of the tournament, held at the famous Stade Roland Garros in Paris.
  • Both the men’s and women’s finals were played between the world’s top two players, something that hadn’t happened at the French Open since 1984.
  • The tournament paid tribute to Rafael Nadal, who won his first French Open 20 years ago.

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Iran-Israel Conflict 2025: What You Need to Know

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Big News: What Happened Between Israel and Iran?

Recently, there was a big conflict between two countries in the Middle East: Israel and Iran. Here’s what happened, explained for you:

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How Did The Fighting Start?

On June 13, Israel launched a large military operation called “Operation Rising Lion”. Israel carried out a surprise strike against Iran using drones and more than 200 aircraft, targeting nuclear facilities and other key military sites across Iran. A number of military installations were also struck, reportedly resulting in the deaths of several Iranian military leaders and some nuclear scientists. Thousands of people had to abandon their homes and flee Iran. This triggered 11 days of missiles being fired between both countries. 

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Why Did Israel Attack Iran?

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the recent military strikes targeted Iran’s attempts to build a nuclear bomb. He said that Iran was a threat to “Israel’s very survival“.  Iran, for its part, has consistently maintained that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, such as generating electricity. US President Donald Trump ordered Iran to surrender and agree to stop its nuclear programme, but Iran refused. 

How Did Iran Respond?

Following Israel’s attack, Iran launched strikes of its own against Israel. Iran also called on other countries around the world to condemn – or criticise – Israel. Iran has also blamed the US for supporting Israel’s attack. 

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The US Military Strikes Against Iran 

On June 22, the US, which is a close ally of Israel, launched military strikes in Iran, attacking three nuclear sites in Iran. Speaking in a televised speech from the White House, US President Donald Trump called the operation a “spectacular military success” and warned that Iran should make peace or face “far greater” attacks. Following the strikes President Trump said: “Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated“.

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Iran’s Response to US Military Strikes

In response to the US attacks, Iran launched an attack on Al Udeid, a large US military base in Qatar. The base, which is home to roughly 10,000 soldiers, is used by several countries, including the US and Qatar. Iran’s attack did very little damage and injured no one.

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Ceasefire

A few days later the three countries agreed to a ceasefire, which appears to be holding for now. A ceasefire is an agreement between the countries to pause fighting. It was announced by US President Donald Trump on June 24. However, the situation was still very tense. 

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What are Nuclear Weapons? 

Nuclear weapons are enormously powerful explosives. They get their energy from splitting or joining tiny particles inside an atom. Nuclear bombs can be more powerful than even the biggest non-nuclear bombs. The explosions they produce are so powerful that just one nuclear bomb can destroy a large city.

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