News: Odisha has formed a high-level inquiry committee to investigate the alleged forced relocation of villages from the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, following residents’ claims of eviction from their ancestral homes. About Satokosia Tiger Reserve Location: It is situated in Odisha. It is spread over four districts, including Nayagarh, Cuttack, Angul and Boudh. Naming: The name… Continue reading Satokosia Tiger Reserve
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Nepali Language Recognition Day
News: The 35th Nepali Language Constitutional Recognition Day was observed on August 20 in India. About Nepali Language Recognition Day This day is also known as Nepali Bhasa Manyata Diwas. It is celebrated on August 20 every year. Inclusion in 8th Schedule: In 1992, the Indian Parliament unanimously passed the 71st constitutional Amendment Bill to include… Continue reading Nepali Language Recognition Day
Key Facts about Zambia
News: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has extended his heartiest congratulations to President H.E. Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as the President of Zambia. Key Facts about Zambia It is a landlocked country in the southern region of Africa. Bordering states: It shares a border with eight countries: Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi,… Continue reading Key Facts about Zambia
Apong
News: In recent years, Apong has been transformed into a premium bottled drink called Ti:Po. About Apong Apong is a fermented rice-based alcoholic beverage is popular among the Mishing tribe in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is popular in Assam as sai mod (ash liquor). Varieties: The Mishings prepare two types of rice-based alcoholic beverages… Continue reading Apong
Miyar Valley
News: Flash floods in the Karpat Nallah in Miyar Valley and the Gawadi Nallah in the Chowkhang Naingar area of tribal Lahaul-Spiti district have disrupted road connectivity. About Miyar Valley Location: It is located in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, in the western Himalayas. It is also called the land of perpetual snows… Continue reading Miyar Valley
Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
News: A gold mine collapse in western Central African Republic has killed more than 100 people. Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR) Central African Republic (CAR) is landlocked nation located in Central Africa. It is bordered by six countries: Cameroon, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan, and Chad. Capital: It’s capital… Continue reading Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
News: Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 commenced at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. About Subroto Cup International Football Tournament It is a prestigious inter-school football tournament. Conducted by: It is conducted by the Air Force Sports Control Board. Frequency of conduct: It is held annually in New Delhi. Named after: It is… Continue reading Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
News: Researchers are exploring how soil microbes can provide early warning signs of desertification, before visible plant decline begins. About Microbial ecology and Soil Microbes Microbial ecology is the branch of science that studies the relationships between microorganisms and their biotic and abiotic environment. It applies general ecological principles to understand the activities and functions… Continue reading Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
GISAT-1A
News: The Indian Space Research Organisation is preparing to resume flight operations in September after a break of close to seven months, with the GISAT-1A Earth-observation spacecraft. About GISAT-1A It is an Geo Imaging Satellite which is also referred to as EOS-05. It is a replacement for GISAT-1 (EOS-03), which was launched in 2021 but… Continue reading GISAT-1A
Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
News: The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026 was passed in both Houses of Parliament on August 13, 2026, and amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (‘MMDR Act’). About Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 The MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 amends the existing… Continue reading Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
