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Khiamniungan Tribe 

News: Recently, the Prime Minister of India referred to the Khiamniungan tribe in his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address, bringing attention to their culture and traditions. About Khiamniungan Tribe The Khiamniungan are one of the major Naga tribes, inhabiting eastern Nagaland (India) and north-western Myanmar. Name: The name Khiamniungan comes from ‘Khiam’ (water), ‘Niu’ (great), and… Continue reading Khiamniungan Tribe 

International Maritime Organization (IMO)

News: India has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in Category B, comprising 10 countries with the largest interest in international seaborne trade.  About International Maritime Organization International Maritime Organization is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine… Continue reading International Maritime Organization (IMO)

Vikram-I

News: Recently, the Prime Minister has unveiled India’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle  Vikram-I. About Vikram-I Vikram-I is India’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket. Built by: Skyroot Aerospace in Hyderabad. Launched by: Skyroot Aerospace is targeting early 2026 for Vikram-I’s maiden orbital flight. Named after: It is named after Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the pioneer… Continue reading Vikram-I

International IDEA 2026

News: Chief Election Commissioner of India is set to assume the Chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) for 2026. About International IDEA International IDEA (International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance) is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1995. It works to strengthen democratic institutions and electoral processes worldwide. The… Continue reading International IDEA 2026

NUDGE Initiative

News: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is launching the second NUDGE Initiative based on its analysis of Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) data for FY 2024–25. About NUDGE Initiative Full form: “Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable (NUDGE)” initiative Implementing agency: Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Nodal Ministry: Ministry of… Continue reading NUDGE Initiative

Bnei Menashe

News: Israel has approved a plan to bring the remaining 5,800 Bnei Menashe Jews from Northeast India to the country within the next five years. About Bnei Menashe The Menashe or Bnei Menashe are an indigenous community from Manipur and Mizoram in Northeast India. They belong mainly to the Chin, Kuki, Mizo, and Zo ethnic… Continue reading Bnei Menashe

Rare Earth Magnets

News: The Union Cabinet has approved ‘Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of integrated Rare Earth Permanent Magnets’ to promote manufacturing of sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets. About Rare Earth Magnet  Rare earth magnets are permanent magnets made from alloys of rare earth elements. They are the strongest type of permanent magnets. They are made using rare earth elements such… Continue reading Rare Earth Magnets

Ningaloo Reef

News: An unprecedented marine heatwave has caused catastrophic damage to the UNESCO-listed Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia, killing nearly 70% of its corals. About Ningaloo Reef Location: Ningaloo Reef is located on Western Australia’s remote northwest coast along the East Indian Ocean. It is about 1,200 km north of Perth. The reef is bordered by… Continue reading Ningaloo Reef

Sirpur Archaeological Site

News: Chhattisgarh government is giving the Sirpur archaeological site a major upgrade, including battery-operated golf carts, digital exhibits, and immersive storytelling modules, as part of its efforts to prepare Sirpur for a UNESCO World Heritage Site nomination. About Sirpur Archaeological Site Location: Sirpur is located in the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh. The site dates back… Continue reading Sirpur Archaeological Site

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