News: Scientists recorded Schizopygopsis waddellii for the first time from a natural lake in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh. About Schizopygopsis waddellii Schizopygopsis waddellii is a rare species of high-altitude Himalayan fish. Family: It belongs to the Cyprinidae family. It is commonly known as the Tibetan fish or Waddell’s snow trout. Habitat: It is adapted to harsh, high-altitude… Continue reading Schizopygopsis waddellii
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Ramanathaswamy Temple
News: At the 2026 BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen before an image of the Ramanathaswamy Temple’s 1,212-pillar corridor. About Ramanathaswamy Temple Location: Ramanathaswamy Temple is located in Rameswaram on Pamban Island, Tamil Nadu. Religious Association: It is a historic temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to the… Continue reading Ramanathaswamy Temple
National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)
News: NCPCR summoned Meta officials on September 9, 2026, over an inquiry into child sexual exploitation and abuse material on Instagram. About National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) is a statutory body constituted to protect, promote and defend child rights in the country. Established:… Continue reading National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)
Cultivation of Moth Bean in India
News: ICAR-CAZRI’s four new moth bean varieties showed strong resilience during the prolonged moisture stress in Kharif 2026. About Cultivation of Moth Bean in India Moth bean (Vigna aconitifolia) is a drought-resistant, short-duration kharif pulse. Known as: It is commonly known as mat bean, Turkish gram and dew bean. Distribution: It is cultivated most extensively… Continue reading Cultivation of Moth Bean in India
OPU-IVF Calf Born in Badri Cattle
News: A healthy Badri female calf was born through OPU-IVF after a Badri embryo was transferred into a Sahiwal recipient cow. About OPU-IVF Calf Born in Badri Cattle A healthy Badri female calf was born through Ovum Pick-Up and In Vitro Fertilisation (OPU-IVF) technology. Scientific Collaboration: ICAR-NDRI, Karnal, and GB Pant University of Agriculture and… Continue reading OPU-IVF Calf Born in Badri Cattle
Bail Pola Festival
News: Bail Pola is observed by farmers to honour bulls and oxen for their vital contribution to agriculture and rural livelihoods. About Bail Pola Festival Bail Pola Festival is a traditional festival that celebrates the bond between farmers and their bulls and expresses gratitude for their agricultural service. It is also known as Pola Amavasya, Kushopatini… Continue reading Bail Pola Festival
South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN)
News: South Asian countries adopted the Kathmandu Declaration to strengthen coordinated action against illegal wildlife trade and related organised crime. About South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN) SAWEN is a regional inter-governmental wildlife law enforcement support body of South Asian countries. Origin: It was formally launched in January 2011 at Paro, Bhutan. Members: It comprises… Continue reading South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN)
Bab el-Mandeb Strait
News: The Houthis have captured Mokha port and Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, raising concerns over this vital shipping route. About Bab el-Mandeb Strait Location: Bab el-Mandeb Strait lies at the southern tip of the Red Sea, between Yemen and the Horn of Africa. It lies between the Arabian Peninsula and the African… Continue reading Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Battle of Saragarhi
News: Saragarhi is remembered on 12 September, when the battle was fought in 1897 and later observed as Saragarhi Day. About Battle of Saragarhi Battle of Saragarhi was fought on 12 September 1897 at the Saragarhi post, in the then North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) of British India, now in Pakistan. Built by: The forts were built… Continue reading Battle of Saragarhi
Article 371(K)
News: The Centre has proposed Article 371(K) to provide Ladakh with constitutional safeguards and a directly elected governing body. About Article 371(K) Article 371(K) is a proposed constitutional provision for Ladakh. It is intended to provide a directly elected Union Territory-level legislative body along with special safeguards. Proposed by: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs… Continue reading Article 371(K)
