News: Viatina-19 cow has made headlines worldwide as the most expensive cow ever sold. This sale made her the world’s most expensive cattle, as per the Guinness World Record. About Viatina-19 Viatina-19 belongs to the Nelore breed, also known as Ongole. It originated in Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India and was first introduced to Brazil in the… Continue reading Viatina-19
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Women’s Report on Gender Equality (2025)
News: Recently, UN published its UN Women’s Report on Gender Equality (2025). Key Findings of the UN Women’s Report on Gender Equality (2025) Negative Trends: Nearly one-quarter of governments reported backlash against women’s rights. A woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes by a partner or family member. Conflict-related sexual violence increased by 50%… Continue reading Women’s Report on Gender Equality (2025)
Vanuatu
News: Vanuatu has been in the news recently due to its popular Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, which allows wealthy individuals to obtain its passport. About Vanuatu Location: Vanuatu is a Pacific island country situated about 800 km west of Fiji and 1,770 km east of Australia. The country consists of 13 main islands and… Continue reading Vanuatu
Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris
News: A 500-kg metal object, believed to be space debris, crashed in Kenya, sparking concerns about accountability and legal gaps in space governance. Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris About Space Debris Space debris refers to defunct, non-functional objects in Earth’s orbit, including fragments of old satellites, spent rocket stages, and collision remnants.… Continue reading Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris
Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP)
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the revision of the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP). The scheme has been allocated a total outlay of ₹3,880 crore for two years, covering 2024-25 and 2025-26. Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) About Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) The Government of… Continue reading Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP)
D-voter and rules governing D voters
News: The issue of ‘D’ (Doubtful) voters in Assam has resurfaced as the opposition demands the tabling of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) report and the closure of the state transit camp. D-voter and rules governing D voters. About D-voter The term “D-voter” refers to “Doubtful Voter”, a classification used in Assam to indicate… Continue reading D-voter and rules governing D voters
Gum Arabic
News: Gum Arabic is facing a growing crisis due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. About Gum Arabic Gum arabic, also known as acacia gum, is a natural substance obtained from the hardened sap of two species of acacia trees—Acacia senegal and Vachellia (formerly Acacia). It is predominantly produced in Sudan, which accounts for about… Continue reading Gum Arabic
Cyclone Alfred
News: Cyclone Alfred is moving toward Australia’s east coast, posing a threat of heavy rainfall in various regions. Cyclone Alfred About Cyclone Alfred Cyclone Alfred is a tropical cyclone classified as a Category 2 storm. It has sustained winds of 95 km/h and gusts up to 130 km/h. Note: Category 2 hurricanes (96–110 mph) cause extensive damage,… Continue reading Cyclone Alfred
Bollgard 3
News: Recently, demand for Bollgard-3 in Punjab has increased ahead of the cotton sowing season. About Bollgard 3 This genetically modified (GM) cotton variety is resistant to pests and was developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It demonstrates exceptional resistance to insect attacks. The variety incorporates three Bt proteins—Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, and Vip3A—which disrupt the… Continue reading Bollgard 3
Majuli Island
News: A recent survey provided insight into the rising human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in Assam’s Majuli River Island district. About Majuli Island Majuli Island is located on the Brahmaputra River in Assam. It is the largest river island in the world. It is formed by the Subansiri River in the north and the Brahmaputra River in… Continue reading Majuli Island

