INDIA
- The Indian Knowledge Systems, under Education Ministry, has developed 6 indoor games that are rooted in indigenous knowledge. These will be introduced in schools from the next academic year.
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Saturday announced a Rs 45,000 crore package for the development of the drought-hit Marathwada region in the state.
- The Gujarat Assembly on Saturday passed the Gujarat Public Universities Bill, which makes sweeping changes in the affairs of the public universities including ending student politics by removing the senate and syndicate system while concentrating the powers in the hands of the state government.
- Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday presented the one-time Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit awards to 84 artists from varied fields of performing arts. The Award was instituted to honour indian artists aged above 75 who have not been accorded any national honour in their career so far.
SPORTS ( WORLD)
- Former Worldcup winner Fabio Grosso of Italy has been appointed coach of Ligue 1’s bottom side Lyon.
SPORTS (INDIA)
- Former Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) director Vikas Katyal has been appointed manager of the Indian Cricket team for the upcoming three-match ODI Series against Australia.
General Knowledge
Palliyodams of Aranmula
Aranmula, a river-side village in Kerala, is known for it’s grand set of traditions involving enchanting Snake boats, festive choruses and delicious feasts.