Current Affairs - Festivity

The ancient "Sominsai" festival in Japan recently concluded after a thousand years of tradition. Held at the Kokuseki Temple, it involved spirited wrestling matches among half nude men over wooden talismans, symbolizing the expulsion of evil, and was deeply rooted in Japanese cultural heritage.

The three-day Nagi Bird Festival is set to occur in Jamui, Bihar. Organized by the Bihar Forest and Environment Department, the festival aims to promote bird conservation and raise awareness about migratory birds and their habitats, fostering tourism in the region.

The prestigious Bharat Rang Mahotsav, India's foremost theatre festival, commenced its festivities in the culturally vibrant Kachchh district of Gujarat, marking the beginning of a vibrant celebration of the performing arts.

EMERGE-2024, India's first beachside Startup Fest, is taking place in Mangalore from February 16th to 18th. The fest provides a platform for students to present innovative ideas, featuring around 20 startups showcasing groundbreaking innovations across diverse domains.

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.