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Perfect number

In number theory, a perfect number is a positive integer that equals the sum of its positive proper divisors—that is, all divisors excluding the number itself. For example,...

December 28, 2016

Performing arts

The performing arts comprise artistic disciplines—such as music, dance, and drama—that are created for live presentation before an audience. Unlike the visual arts, which produce physical or static...

December 28, 2016

Indian Political Thought: V.D. Savarkar

Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was a prominent figure in Indian political thought. His contributions to the ideologies of Hindutva and nationalism have left imprint on contemporary Indian politics. Biographical...

December 28, 2016

Periodic table

The periodic table of the elements is a systematic and ordered arrangement of all known chemical elements, organised into horizontal periods and vertical groups according to recurring patterns...

December 28, 2016

Periodization

Periodization in historiography refers to the practice of dividing the past into discrete, named segments of time in order to support the study, interpretation, and explanation of historical...

December 28, 2016

Peripheral nervous system

The peripheral nervous system is one of the two major anatomical divisions of the nervous system in bilaterian animals, the other being the central nervous system. It comprises...

December 28, 2016

Viral V Acharya appointed as RBI Deputy Governor

The Union Government has appointed Viral V Acharya (42) as new Deputy Governor at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).  He will have regular three-year tenure. His appointment...

December 28, 2016

Tribal development remains poor: Tribal Ministry report

According to recently released annual report of the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs, the tribal population in India lags behind other social groups on various social parameters. The...

December 28, 2016

Kerala to seek Union government’s approval for using deer antlers in Ayurveda medicines

The Kerala Government has approached the Union Government for allowing use of antlers of spotted deer and sambar of Ayurveda medicines. In this regard, Kerala State Board for...

December 28, 2016

Union Government gives nod for apex corridor development body

The Union Government has approved the re-designation of the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor Project Implementation Trust Fund (DMICPTF) as National Industrial Corridor Development & Implementation Trust (NICDIT). NICDIT will...

December 28, 2016

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