News: India’s UNESCO Tentative List now has 78 sites, with 5 additions including Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley among others. About Bagh Cave Paintings The Bagh caves are located on the southern slope of the Vindhyan range in western Madhya Pradesh. They are situated on the banks of the Baghani… Continue reading India’s new Sites in UNESCO Tentative List – Bagh Cave Paintings and Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley
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India’s new Sites in UNESCO Tentative List – India-South Africa serial transnational property – Sites of Satyagraha
News: Five sites, including Udaigiri Caves, in Madhya Pradesh and India-South Africa serial transnational property – Sites of Satyagraha, are the new additions to the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage for India. About India’s new Sites in UNESCO Tentative List – India-South Africa serial transnational property – Sites of Satyagraha The India-South Africa serial… Continue reading India’s new Sites in UNESCO Tentative List – India-South Africa serial transnational property – Sites of Satyagraha
UN adopts First Declaration on Sea Level Rise
News: The United Nations General Assembly has adopted its first declaration on sea level rise, with member states, including the U.S.A, agreeing on a common text. About First-ever UN Declaration on Sea Level Rise The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted its first-ever declaration on sea-level rise. It marks the first time that UN… Continue reading UN adopts First Declaration on Sea Level Rise
Indrayani River
News: As part of the Seva Sankalp initiative, the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) organised a stakeholder consultation on Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and emergency preparedness at Lonavala and Bhushi Dams. About Indrayani River Indrayani River is a rain-fed river through Maharashtra. Origin: It originates at Kurvande village near Lonavala, in the North Western Ghats… Continue reading Indrayani River
United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
News: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal on Monday addressed the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi, UAE. About United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice is the world’s largest… Continue reading United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
International Whaling Commission and IWC-70
News: India underlined the need for conservation of whales and other cetaceans at the 70th meeting of the International Whaling Commission. About International Whaling Commission The International Whaling Commission (IWC) is a global body responsible for management of whaling and conservation of whales. Headquarter: It is headquartered in Impington, United Kingdom. Set up under: It… Continue reading International Whaling Commission and IWC-70
Joint Military Exercise KAZIND 2026
News: A 60-member contingent of the Indian Armed Forces has departed for Oskemen, Kazakhstan, to participate India-Kazakhstan Joint Military Exercise KAZIND-2026. About Joint Military Exercise KAZIND 2026 Exercise KAZIND 2026 is Joint Military Exercise between India and Kazakhstan. It is scheduled to be conducted from 28 September to 11 October 2026. Aim: It aims to… Continue reading Joint Military Exercise KAZIND 2026
Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
News: The nation is paying homage on September 26 to Ishwar Chandra Vidyasaga on his 207th birth anniversary. About Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar was an Indian educator and social reformer considered the father of Bengali prose. He was born on 26 September 1820 at Birsingha in Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal. He… Continue reading Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 and India’s Position
News: Team India secured 10th position at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai 2026, winning 6 Silver Medals and 20 Medal for Excellence. About WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 and India’s Position The WorldSkills Competition is the world’s biggest international skills competition, bringing together young people, industry, education and government leaders from around the world to advance… Continue reading WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 and India’s Position
Livestock Insurance Portal
News: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD) will launch the Livestock Insurance Portal marking an important milestone in the digital transformation of livestock insurance services in the country. About Livestock Insurance Portal Livestock Insurance Portal is a portal to transform digital livestock insurance services in the country. Aim: It aimed at making livestock insurance… Continue reading Livestock Insurance Portal
