News: Scientists have extracted deep ice cores from the Kon-Chukurbashi ice cap in the Pamir Mountains to study why glaciers in this region have resisted melting and even slightly grown. About Pamir Mountains Location: The Pamir Mountains are primarily located in Tajikistan, with parts extending into Afghanistan, China, and Kyrgyzstan. They are situated at a… Continue reading Pamir Mountains/ Pamir-Karakoram Anomaly
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Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
News: The Tribal Affairs Ministry launched the beta version of “Adi Sanskriti” digital platform aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood opportunities and connecting tribal communities with the world. About Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform Adi Sanskriti is a digital platform for tribal art forms and heritage aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood… Continue reading Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
Key facts about Oman
News: Amid increasing trade restrictions in the US due to tariffs and the European Union on account of the carbon tax, India has signed a trade deal with Oman to expand the footprint for its exports in West Asia. Key facts about Oman Location: Oman is located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, at… Continue reading Key facts about Oman
Jumping Genes
News: Polar bears in southern Greenland are ‘using jumping genes to rapidly rewrite their own DNA’ to survive melting sea ice. About Jumping Genes Jumping genes are segments of DNA that can move from one position to another within the genome. They are scientifically known as transposable elements. They are called jumping genes because they… Continue reading Jumping Genes
ASPIRE Scheme
News: The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is implementing the ASPIRE (A Scheme for Promotion of Innovation, Rural Industry, and Entrepreneurship) scheme to promote entrepreneurship and livelihood opportunities in rural areas. About ASPIRE Scheme ASPIRE scheme stands for A Scheme for Promotion of Innovation, Rural Industry, and Entrepreneurship. Implemented by: Ministry of… Continue reading ASPIRE Scheme
Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II
News: An Indian Army contingent has departed for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the second edition of the India-UAE Joint Military Exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II. About Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II is the second edition of the India–UAE Joint Military Exercise being conducted in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The exercise is… Continue reading Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II
Central Information Commission(CIC)
News: The Central Information Commission has reached its full sanctioned strength of 11 members for the first time in seven years following the appointment of IAS officer Raj Kumar Goyal as the Chief Information Commissioner. About Central Information Commission (CIC) The Central Information Commission was constituted on 12 October 2005. It functions as a statutory… Continue reading Central Information Commission(CIC)
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
News: India reaffirmed its commitment to the ideals of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and religious harmony at the 11th United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, UNAOC, forum in Riyadh. About United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) is an initiative to improve understanding and cooperative relations among nations and peoples across cultures and… Continue reading United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
Exercise EKATHA 2025
News: Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy is undertaking an official visit to the Maldives from 15 to 17 December 2025 to attend the closing ceremony of Exercise EKATHA 2025. About Exercise EKATHA 2025 Exercise EKATHA 2025 was the eighth edition of the annual bilateral maritime exercise. Conducted between: Indian Navy… Continue reading Exercise EKATHA 2025
SDAT Squash World Cup 2025
News: The Indian Squash Team won its first‑ever World Cup title at the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025. About SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 Organized by: World Squash Federation (WSF) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Winner: India Runner up: Hong Kong, China India becomes the first Asian country to win the SDAT Squash World Cup. India… Continue reading SDAT Squash World Cup 2025
