News: After Telegram was briefly restricted by the Union government,the messaging platform’s founder and CEO, Pavel Durov, alleged that access to the app was being compromised through a “rogue method” called Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) hijacking. About BGP hijacking The Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is the Internet’s routing system. It tells networks across the world… Continue reading BGP hijacking
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Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system
News: In a significant development, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested a Multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) capability. About Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system A Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system is an advanced network of radars, command centres, and interceptor missiles designed to detect, track, and neutralise incoming ballistic missiles. Initiated in:… Continue reading Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system
Greater Hog Badger
News: The Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has released the first scientific assessment report on the greater hog badger. About Greater Hog Badger Aspects Details About The greater hog badger is a terrestrial mustelid. Globally, it has three living species: the greater hog badger, the northern hog badger (Arctonyx albogularis), and the Sumatran hog… Continue reading Greater Hog Badger
National Immunisation Program
News: The HPV vaccine is likely to be included in the National Immunisation Program after 2027. About the National Immunisation Program India’s National Immunisation Program is officially known as the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP). Nodal ministry: It is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It aimed at providing free vaccination… Continue reading National Immunisation Program
Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang)-Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar
News: India and China are in talks to jointly nominate The Great Tang Records on the Western Regions, authored by Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang), Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar, for recognition by UNESCO. About Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang)-Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar Hieun Tsang (Xuanzang) was a Chinese traveller, scholar and Buddhist monk. His travel to India:… Continue reading Xuanzang (Hiuen Tsang)-Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar
BRICS Indore Declaration
News: The BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ meeting held in Indore concluded with the unanimous adoption of the BRICS Indore Declaration. About BRICS Indore Declaration Aspects Description About BRICS Indore Declaration is a Farmer-Centric Global Charter adopted by BRICS member countries during the 2026 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Aim It aims at strengthening food… Continue reading BRICS Indore Declaration
Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro
News: In the new NCERT Class 9 Art textbook, the “Dancing Girl” of Mohenjo-daro has been published as a retouched image of the famous bronze figurine with its bare torso covered, sparking debate over censorship and the portrayal of historical artefacts. About the Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro It is a small bronze statuette (only 4… Continue reading Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro
Key Facts about France
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited France to begin his two-nation European visit, which includes high-level meetings, innovation-related events, and participation in the G7 Summit. Key Facts about France Location: France is a country located in northwestern Europe. Bordering states: It shares land boundaries with eight countries, which encompass Italy, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Monaco, Andorra,… Continue reading Key Facts about France
Thamirabarani River
News: The Thamirabarani River is home to otters, but their numbers are declining due to habitat loss, raising concerns about the river’s ecological health. About Thamirabarani River It is a perennial river flowing in Tamil Nadu. Origin: It originates from the Agastyarkoodam peak of the Pothigai hills of the Western Ghats, above Papanasam in the… Continue reading Thamirabarani River
AN-32 Aircraft
News: An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed near Jorhat, Assam, resulting in the death of five personnel. About AN-32 Aircraft About: The Antonov AN-32 is a rugged, twin-engine turboprop military transport aircraft. It serves as the “workhorse” of the Indian Air Force. It was built in the Soviet Union specifically for Indian… Continue reading AN-32 Aircraft
