News: Vishwamitri River has rich biodiversity, which includes sightings of various species such as porcupines, crocodiles, and storks. About Vishwamitri River Location: The Vishwamitri River is a small, non-perennial river stretching approximately 200 km in length, located in Gujarat, India. Origin: The river originates from the western and southern slopes of the Pavagadh hills in… Continue reading Vishwamitri River
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Tirah Valley
News: Many people died, and several houses were destroyed in an explosion that occurred recently in the Tirah Valley of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. About Tirah Valley Location: Tirah Valley is a mountainous tract in west-central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It is positioned between Khyber Pass and Khanki Valley. Expanse: It covers about 600–700 square miles… Continue reading Tirah Valley
World Food India 2025
News: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) hosted the fourth edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 from 25th to 28th September 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. About World Food India 2025 World Food India (WFI) is a gateway to the Indian food economy and an opportunity to showcase, connect, and collaborate. Organized by: Ministry of… Continue reading World Food India 2025
Siyom River
News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stones for projects, including two hydropower plants in the Shi Yomi district along the border with China. About Siyom River Location: It flows through Arunachal Pradesh. Origin: It originates in the Himalayan ranges near the India–China border and passes through the West Siang district. Tributary: The… Continue reading Siyom River
CPCB Report on River Pollution
News: The CPCB’s latest assessment indicates a slight decline in the number of polluted river stretches across India. About polluted river stretch According to CPCB, a “polluted river stretch” is where two or more polluted locations occur in a continuous sequence on a river where BOD levels exceed 3 mg/L, rendering water unfit for bathing.… Continue reading CPCB Report on River Pollution
Ballon d’Or Award, 2025
News: The 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony will be held on September 22, 2025, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris. About Ballon d’Or Award, 2025 The Ballon d’Or is the most prestigious individual award in football, presented annually by France Football since 1956. It honors the best football players worldwide based on their performances during… Continue reading Ballon d’Or Award, 2025
National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025
News: Recently, the National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 were presented during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG). About National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 The National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025 were presented during the 28th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG). Administered by: Instituted by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) in collaboration with… Continue reading National e-Governance Awards (NAeG) 2025
Maitri 2.0 Cross-Incubation Programme
News: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched the second edition of the Brazil–India Cross-Incubation Programme in Agritech (Maitri 2.0) on 22 September 2025 in New Delhi. About Maitri 2.0 Cross-Incubation Programme Maitri 2.0 is the second edition of the India–Brazil Cross-Incubation Programme in Agritech. Launched by: It is launched by the Indian Council… Continue reading Maitri 2.0 Cross-Incubation Programme
Bagram Air Base
News: The Taliban administration has reportedly turned down U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to reclaim the Bagram Air Base. About Bagram Air Base Location: It is the largest military airfield in Afghanistan, located north of Kabul. Strategic importance: It is situated in a strategic location near Iran, Pakistan, China’s Xinjiang province, and Central Asia. Origin: The… Continue reading Bagram Air Base
Smog-Eating Technology
News: The Delhi government has announced a feasibility study to test photocatalytic coatings on roads, pavements, and public spaces in order to achieve noticeable improvements in air quality. About Smog-Eating Technology It is a photocatalytic technology based primarily on Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂). This technology uses photocatalytic coatings typically Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) based which is applied to surfaces such… Continue reading Smog-Eating Technology
