Indian Navy today formally inducted and named the Ancient Stitched ship as INSV Kaundinya at a ceremonial event held at Naval Base, Karwar in Karnataka. Minister of Culture Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat presided over the event as the Chief Guest, marking the culmination of an extraordinary project that celebrates Indiaโs rich shipbuilding heritage.
INSV Kaundinya is a stitched sail ship, based on a 5th century CE ship depicted in the paintings of Ajanta Caves. The vesselโs construction was undertaken using a traditional method of stitching by a team of skilled artisans from Kerala, led by master shipwright Shri Babu Sankaran. Over several months, the team stitched wooden planks on the shipโs hull using coir rope, coconut fibre and natural resin. ๐ฎ๐ณ
The โGandaberundaโ or two headed bird was the royal insignia of the Kadamba kingdom who ruled the Konkan coast for centuries.
#Heritage
INSV Kaundinya is a stitched sail ship, based on a 5th century CE ship depicted in the paintings of Ajanta Caves. The vesselโs construction was undertaken using a traditional method of stitching by a team of skilled artisans from Kerala, led by master shipwright Shri Babu Sankaran. Over several months, the team stitched wooden planks on the shipโs hull using coir rope, coconut fibre and natural resin. ๐ฎ๐ณ
The โGandaberundaโ or two headed bird was the royal insignia of the Kadamba kingdom who ruled the Konkan coast for centuries.
#Heritage
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On 17th May, Taiwan decommissioned its last nuclear reactor, entering the last phase of its "nuclear-free homeland" energy policy.
In 2024, Taiwan imported 97% of its energy, making its energy intensive industries potentially vulnerable to blockade. #InternationalNews
In 2024, Taiwan imported 97% of its energy, making its energy intensive industries potentially vulnerable to blockade. #InternationalNews
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Indian Development News ๐ฎ๐ณ
On 17th May, Taiwan decommissioned its last nuclear reactor, entering the last phase of its "nuclear-free homeland" energy policy. In 2024, Taiwan imported 97% of its energy, making its energy intensive industries potentially vulnerable to blockade. #InternationalNews
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Population of Asiatic lions in Gujarat rose 32% rise as per the 2025 census.
2020 - ๐ฆ 674
2025 - ๐ฆ 891
#Wildlife
2020 - ๐ฆ 674
2025 - ๐ฆ 891
#Wildlife
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South African President Ramaphosa to Trump:
I am sorry, I don't have a plane to give you. ๐ #InternationalNews
I am sorry, I don't have a plane to give you. ๐ #InternationalNews
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Israeli PM Netanyahu
#InternationalNews
Wโe will stop the war on the condition that Gaza is demilitarized, Hamas leaders are exiled, and the Trump plan is implemented
#InternationalNews
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Yunus administration removes 1971 Liberation War & Sheikh Mujibur Rahman references from the daily oath recited at morning assemblies at schools. #IndianSubcontinent
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Around 3,000 Agniveers -- most barely 20 years old and recruited under the Agnipath scheme in the past two years -- were at the forefront of Operation Sindoor, defending Indian military installations from Pakistani missile and drone attacks, sources told India Today TV.
From manning critical air defence systems to holding their ground across multiple installations, cities, and airbases despite repeated enemy assaults, the Agniveersโ performance matched that of regular soldiers. Frontline feedback described their contribution as both decisive and commendable. #Defence #Policy
From manning critical air defence systems to holding their ground across multiple installations, cities, and airbases despite repeated enemy assaults, the Agniveersโ performance matched that of regular soldiers. Frontline feedback described their contribution as both decisive and commendable. #Defence #Policy
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โPakistan Army Chief is driven by Extreme Religious Outlook.โ
โ EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar in Netherlands
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
โ EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar in Netherlands
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
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๐จCentre plans extension of Ranbir canal on Chenab to maximise water use after Indus Treaty suspension (PTI)
๐จ20% drop in Chenab's water if India expands Ranbir canal: Pakistani expert
#IndianSubcontinent #Geopolitics
๐จ20% drop in Chenab's water if India expands Ranbir canal: Pakistani expert
#IndianSubcontinent #Geopolitics
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Indian Development News ๐ฎ๐ณ
โPakistan Army Chief is driven by Extreme Religious Outlook.โ โ EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar in Netherlands #Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
๐ฎ๐ณ EAM S Jaishankar made a strong statement: 'Kashmir is a vital part of India โ no nation gives up its territory. A section of J&K is illegally occupied by Pakistan. We want to talk about when they will leave it.'
#Geopolitics
#Geopolitics
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Skyroot Aerospace has successfully tested the stage separation system for its Vikram-1 rocket, achieving a clean, shock-free detachment of Stage 2 from Stage 3 using an in-house developed ultra-low shock pneumatic system. #Space #Research #startups
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India Today
Skyroot successfully tests stage separation, moves closer to Vikram-1 launch
The test, which verified the smooth and reliable separation of Stage 2 from Stage 3, marks a significant step forward for Indiaโs first privately designed and developed orbital-class launch vehicle.
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PM Modi will inaugurate 103 Amrit Bharat stations on May 22 via video conference.
Built across 86 districts in 18 States/UTs, the โน1,100+ crore project aims to modernize rail infrastructure with better passenger amenities.
#Railways
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Built across 86 districts in 18 States/UTs, the โน1,100+ crore project aims to modernize rail infrastructure with better passenger amenities.
#Railways
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The Hindu
PM to inaugurate 103 Amrit Bharat railway stations on May 22
PM Modi to inaugurate 103 Amrit railway stations across India, showcasing modern facilities and regional architecture, enhancing passenger amenities.
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India's Kawach against fraudulent payments!
๐ก DoT launches Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
๐ฑ Flags risky mobile numbers linked to cyber fraud
โ ๏ธ Alerts banks & UPI apps before payments are made
๐ก๏ธ Helps block or delay fraud-prone transactions
#Policy
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๐ก DoT launches Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)
๐ฑ Flags risky mobile numbers linked to cyber fraud
โ ๏ธ Alerts banks & UPI apps before payments are made
๐ก๏ธ Helps block or delay fraud-prone transactions
#Policy
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Swarajyamag
Financial Fraud Risk Indicator: DoTโs Alert System To Help Banks And UPI Apps Catch Fraud In Real Time โExplained
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NSA Ajit Doval to visit Russia, to push for early delivery of remaining S400 air defence systems.
#Geopolitics
#Geopolitics
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US Secretary of State Rubio:
#InternationalNews
The United States can no longer solve all the world's problems
#InternationalNews
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๐จPM Narendra Modi at Bikaner :
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
"Now India has made it clear... Pakistan will have to pay a heavy price for every terrorist attack.
And this price...Pakistan Army will pay...Pakistan's economy will pay"
#Geopolitics #IndianSubcontinent
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