Oor Pare: A Glimpse into the Nilgiris' Prehistoric Past A significant archaeological discovery has emerged from the mist-covered hills of the Nilgiris. A prehistoric rock painting site, known locally as “Oor Pare,” has been rediscovered near Vellarikombai village in Kotagiri.
The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru has received ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for its clinical laboratory. ISO 15189 is the international standard for quality and competence in medical laboratories. CARI is the first institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) to earn this recognition.
Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, often called the bible of cricket, has named India's Deepti Sharma and Australia's Mitchell Starc as the Leading Cricketers in the World for 2025. The recognition is among the most prestigious individual honours in the sport.
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh launched India's first indigenous quantum computing testbeds. The facility includes two systems, named 1S and 1Q. Testbeds of this kind give researchers and developers a home-grown platform to experiment with quantum hardware and algorithms, reducing reliance on foreign systems.
Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty secured a silver medal at the Badminton Asia Championships 2026. The continental tournament took place in Ningbo, China. Reaching the podium at Asia's top regional badminton event is a notable result for the young Indian player and adds to the country's tally in continental competitions this season.
World Hemophilia Day: Diagnosis as the First Step to Care Observed on April 17, the 2026 theme is “Diagnosis: First Step to Care.” Hemophilia is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency in clotting factor VIII (Type A) or IX (Type B). Globally, over 75% of patients remain undiagnosed, making awareness critical for timely treatment.
WSIS Prizes 2026: Recognizing Rural Digital Excellence The Samriddh Gram Initiative, a flagship project by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has been nominated for the prestigious WSIS (World Summit on the Information Society) Prizes 2026. This global recognition highlights India's efforts in using high-speed broadband to transform rural livelihoods.
Consensus in the Upper House: Harivansh Secures 3rd Consecutive Term In a rare moment of political consensus, Harivansh was re-elected unopposed as the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha for a third consecutive term on April 17, 2026.
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