News: India is preparing to enter the blue bond market, with Sagarmala Finance Corporation and Vadodara Municipal Corporation planning bond issues worth a combined ₹1,200 crore. About India’s First Blue Bond A blue bond is a debt instrument where the money raised is earmarked for projects that support oceans, marine ecosystems, water management or the… Continue reading India’s First Blue Bond
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Dimna Lake
News: Dimna Lake, Jamshedpur was among 25 lakes across the country after which spectator galleries were named during the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Delhi’s Red Fort. About Dimna Lake Location: It is located at the foothills of the Dalma Hills, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Area: It is a man-made reservoir covering an area of approximately 27… Continue reading Dimna Lake
National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP)
News: The National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) was launched in 2019 and is one of India’s largest livestock health initiatives. About National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) Launch Year: It is a Central Sector Scheme launched in 2019. Nodal Ministry: The nodal ministry is the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, specifically implemented through… Continue reading National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP)
Definition of ‘Industry’ and ‘Triple Test’
News: The Supreme Court has held that the broad definition of the term “Industry” and triple test laid down in its landmark 1978 Bangalore Water Supply judgement is the correct interpretation under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. About Definition of ‘Industry’ and ‘Triple Test’ Recent SC Judgement: The Supreme Court held that the broad interpretation… Continue reading Definition of ‘Industry’ and ‘Triple Test’
Satokosia Tiger Reserve
News: Odisha has formed a high-level inquiry committee to investigate the alleged forced relocation of villages from the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, following residents’ claims of eviction from their ancestral homes. About Satokosia Tiger Reserve Location: It is situated in Odisha. It is spread over four districts, including Nayagarh, Cuttack, Angul and Boudh. Naming: The name… Continue reading Satokosia Tiger Reserve
Nepali Language Recognition Day
News: The 35th Nepali Language Constitutional Recognition Day was observed on August 20 in India. About Nepali Language Recognition Day This day is also known as Nepali Bhasa Manyata Diwas. It is celebrated on August 20 every year. Inclusion in 8th Schedule: In 1992, the Indian Parliament unanimously passed the 71st constitutional Amendment Bill to include… Continue reading Nepali Language Recognition Day
Key Facts about Zambia
News: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended his heartiest congratulations to President H.E. Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as the President of Zambia. Key Facts about Zambia It is a landlocked country in the southern region of Africa. Bordering states: It shares a border with eight countries: Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi,… Continue reading Key Facts about Zambia
Apong
News: In recent years, Apong has been transformed into a premium bottled drink called Ti:Po. About Apong Apong is a fermented rice-based alcoholic beverage is popular among the Mishing tribe in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is popular in Assam as sai mod (ash liquor). Varieties: The Mishings prepare two types of rice-based alcoholic beverages… Continue reading Apong
Miyar Valley
News: Flash floods in the Karpat Nallah in Miyar Valley and the Gawadi Nallah in the Chowkhang Naingar area of tribal Lahaul-Spiti district have disrupted road connectivity. About Miyar Valley Location: It is located in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, in the western Himalayas. It is also called the land of perpetual snows… Continue reading Miyar Valley
Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
News: A gold mine collapse in western Central African Republic has killed more than 100 people. Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR) Central African Republic (CAR) is landlocked nation located in Central Africa. It is bordered by six countries: Cameroon, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan, and Chad. Capital: It’s capital… Continue reading Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
