News: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has released the National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025). About National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025) Released by: Department of Telecommunications, under the Ministry of Communications It is a key policy document for spectrum allocation and management in India. Effective Date: The new plan will come into force on… Continue reading National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025)
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‘Green to Gold’ initiative and Industrial Hemp
News: To reshape Himachal Pradesh’s economy and achieve self-reliance by 2027, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu has launched the ‘Green to Gold’ initiative to legalise and regulate industrial hemp cultivation and position the state as a leader in the bio-economy. About ‘Green to Gold’ initiative The ‘Green to Gold’ initiative has been launched by Himachal Pradesh Government… Continue reading ‘Green to Gold’ initiative and Industrial Hemp
Chinese Pangolin
News: Researchers from the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF) have demonstrated that local ecological knowledge of the Adi community can significantly improve scientific efforts to track the critically endangered Chinese pangolin. About Chinese Pangolin The Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) is a small, nocturnal mammal known for its distinctive body covering of hard, overlapping scales. It is… Continue reading Chinese Pangolin
Indian Skimmer
News: For conservation of endangered bird species in the Ganga basin, a new project has been approved to protect breeding habitats of sandbar-nesting birds, including the Indian Skimmer. About Indian Skimmer The Indian Skimmer, also known as the Indian Scissors-bill, is a distinctive waterbird native to southern Asia. Scientific name: Rynchops albicollis Genus: Rynchops in… Continue reading Indian Skimmer
Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project
News: As part of the Centre’s push to fast-track Indus basin infrastructure, the Union Environment Ministry’s expert panel has recommended environmental clearance for the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II hydel project on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district. About Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project About Chenab River Origin: The Chenab River originates… Continue reading Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project
Isthmus of Tehuantepec
News: The Isthmus of Tehuantepec is in news after a deadly derailment of the Interoceanic Train in Oaxaca, where at least 13 people were killed when the passenger train carrying 250 people derailed near Nizanda. About Isthmus of Tehuantepec Location: The Isthmus of Tehuantepec is a narrow strip of land located in southern Mexico. The… Continue reading Isthmus of Tehuantepec
“Your Money, Your Right” Initiative
News: Your Money, Your Right” is a nationwide awareness and facilitation initiative launched in 2025 to help citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets lying within the regulated financial system. About “Your Money, Your Right” Initiative This initiative is a nationwide awareness and facilitation initiative to help citizens identify and reclaim unclaimed financial assets. The initiative addresses… Continue reading “Your Money, Your Right” Initiative
Key Facts About Somaliland
News: Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. Key Facts About Somaliland Location: Somaliland is situated in the Horn of Africa, in the northwestern part of Somalia. The Horn of Africa is a region that is recognized internationally as comprising Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea,… Continue reading Key Facts About Somaliland
Key Facts about Rakhigarhi Site
News: Recognising the historical, cultural, and tourism significance of Rakhigarhi, the Haryana government is undertaking concrete measures to develop and promote the site as a major archaeological destination on both the national and international tourism map. Key Facts about Rakhigarhi Site Location: Rakhigarhi is located in the Hisar district of Haryana. River associated with: It… Continue reading Key Facts about Rakhigarhi Site
India to Assume Prestigious Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process
News: The Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary has selected India to assume the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process with effect from 1 January 2026. This will be the third occasion on which India has been entrusted with the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process. About Kimberley Process and India’s Role The Kimberley Process is a tripartite international… Continue reading India to Assume Prestigious Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process
