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Art & Culture

Charaideo Moidams: A UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Moidams are distinctive tumuli (artificial mounds) constructed over the tombs of Ahom kings.
• While Charaideo houses the Ahom royal moidams, similar structures can be found across eastern Assam.
• Each moidam typically comprises a vaulted chamber, a hemispherical mound, and a tower (chow chali) surrounded by an octagonal wall.
• The Ahom people, with Tai origins, practiced burial rites unlike the prevalent Hindu cremation customs.
• Moidams often contained additional elements beyond the deceased, including funerary objects, servants, animals, and even wives, reflecting their unique burial traditions influenced by ancient Egyptian practices.

• Charaideo, translating to "shining town on a hill" in Tai Ahom, was the initial capital of the Ahom kingdom established by King Sukaphaa in 1253 AD.
• The site retains its historical and cultural prominence, serving as a testament to the Ahom kingdom's legacy.

Awards in News

Rajbhasha Gaurav Samman 2023-24

• TOLIC Chairman Atul Bhatt commends committee's work and increased Hindi usage.
• Acknowledges PSUs' achievement of 2022-23 Regional Official Language Award.
• Anirban Kumar Biswas emphasizes adherence to government's Official Language implementation guidelines.
• Dr. Rita Trivedi promotes utilization of Hindi learning resources.

• Established in 1986 to promote Hindi and regional languages.
• Recognizes exceptional contributions in Hindi language usage across sectors.
• Includes citation and cash prize for awardees.
• Open to both public and private sector institutions.

Science & Technology

India's Push for 6G Technology

• The collaboration with C-DOT and leading Indian Institutes of Technology is pivotal to India's 6G journey.
• The core objective of this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is to develop essential access points for establishing robust 6G networks.

• Traditional mobile networks operate on a cell-based design. In contrast, "Cell-Free" Massive MIMO technology employs numerous distributed access points working in unison across a specific area.
• This innovative approach promises several advantages:

• Enhanced Connectivity: Eliminates dead zones and ensures seamless coverage.
• Improved Signal Strength: Delivers stronger and more reliable signals.
• Faster Data Speeds: Provides significantly faster data speeds, especially in high-density areas.
• This groundbreaking project positions India at the forefront of communication technology, paving the way for a future defined by 6G capabilities.

International News

India-US Cultural Property Agreement

• Justice: Ensuring the return of Indian cultural property to its country of origin.
• Cultural Exchange: Promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indian culture globally.

• The agreement was signed by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, India's Minister of Culture, along with US Ambassador Eric Garcetti and Indian Union Culture Secretary Govind Mohan.
• This milestone followed nearly two years of collaborative efforts and negotiations between experts from both countries.

• This agreement aligns with the broader framework of the UNESCO Convention of 1970, which focuses on combating the illicit trade of cultural property.
• The US currently holds a network of 29 bilateral cultural property agreements, reflecting its global commitment to safeguarding cultural heritage.