Current Affairs - Festivity

REC Limited (REC) collaborated with Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) in a significant MoU for financing infrastructure projects. This involves an investment of up to Rs. 35,000 Crores over the next 5 years, covering multi-modal logistics hub projects, rail infrastructure, road, port, and metro projects.

The Hornbill Festival is celebrated in the Northeastern Indian state of Nagaland. The 24th Hornbill Festival 2023, also known as the 'Festival of Festivals,' is scheduled to begin in Nagaland on December 1 and conclude on December 10.

Kati Bihu is a significant festival celebrated by the Assamese people in the northeastern state of Assam. It falls on the first day of the ‘Kati’ month, which typically occurs in the middle of October. Kati Bihu 2023 is celebrated on 18th October and it marks the beginning of the rice crop’s growth and the start of the new harvest season.

The Hornbill Festival, the most prestigious event in Nagaland, takes place annually at the Heritage Village Kisama, Nagaland, from December 1 to 10. This festival celebrates authentic Naga culture and traditions, drawing visitors from around the world. In 2024, the Hornbill Festival will reach its 25th year, promising an even more exciting and enriching experience.

The West Bengal Assembly has officially designated April 15 as the state's foundation day, commemorating Poila Baisakh, the Bengali New Year's Day.