Context: Carambolim Lake in North Goa is attracting large flocks of migratory waterfowl every winter. Carambolim Lake: Important Bird Area (IBA) Criteria: A4iAt least 1% of a congregatory waterbird species'
Context: The Indian Air Force is gearing up for Exercise Vayu Shakti-24 at the Pokhran Air near Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. About Exercise Vayu Shakti-24: About Gagan Shakti: About Tarang Shakti:
Context: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its latest Article IV Consultation with India has warned that government debt could hit 100% of GDP by 2027-28 under adverse circumstances. Highlights
Context: Recently, the union government has brought di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), muriate of potash (MOP), and all other non-urea fertilizers that receive nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) support under “reasonable pricing” controls. More about the
Context: Recently, the Indian Navy prevented two piracy attempts near the Somali coast in the Gulf of Aden. What is Piracy? The International Maritime Bureau defines Piracy as the act of boarding
Context: Subika Paintings of Manipur are facing the risk of extinction due to neglect. About Subika Painting It is a type of painting closely related to the cultural history of
Context: Recently, the Tamil Nadu government has officially designated around 80,000 hectares of reserve forests in Bargur Hills (Erode district) as the Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. About Thanthai Periyar Wildlife
Context: Under the 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' program, students recently took part in an Auroville exposure tour exploring Auroville's role in fostering prosperity and its relationship with the Pondicherry Ashram. Key Highlights: About Auroville
Context: India recently put ‘Maratha Military Landscape of India’ as its nominee for inclusion in the UNESCO Heritage List for 2024-25. About Maratha Military Landscapes of India: About UNESCO World
Context: The Union Environment Minister recently announced the addition of five Indian wetlands to the prestigious global list of Ramsar sites, designating them as wetlands of international importance. New added