TITBITS:
1.Under the green
grass top, the earth hides an ancient architectural marvel - stumps and pits
where 80 sandstone pillars once stood, holding up what was possibly a Buddhist
assembly hall from the Mauryan era.
2. South Korea’s stock
market faces a "Korea Discount," where stocks are undervalued due to
geopolitical tensions, political risks, and low dividend yields. Recent market
declines following President Yoon's martial law declaration have heightened
investor concerns.
3. Indian-origin
Scottish artist Jasleen Kaur won the Turner Prize 2024 for her impactful
exhibition Alter Altar. The Turner Prize is a prestigious UK art award
recognizing outstanding contributions to visual arts across various media.
4. Sukhbir Singh Badal, President of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), was ordered to perform religious atonement (tankhah) by the Akal Takht for alleged failures during the previous SAD government. The Akal Takht is the highest Sikh religious authority, responsible for issuing directives and overseeing community disputes.