News: Three people have died, and three others have fallen ill following a suspected outbreak of Hantavirus on a Netherlands-based cruise ship. About Hantavirus Hantavirus is a group of viruses carried mainly by rodents that can infect humans. The virus name comes from the Hantan River area of South Korea, where the virus was identified… Continue reading Hantavirus
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United Nations Committee against Torture (CAT)
News: The United Nations Committee against Torture (CAT) raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s mass deportation of Afghan refugees under the 2023 Illegal Foreigners’ Repatriation Plan, citing lack of individual protection assessments and risks of refoulement. About United Nations Committee against Torture (CAT) It is the body of independent experts that monitors the implementation of the Convention against Torture… Continue reading United Nations Committee against Torture (CAT)
Exercise CINBAX-II 2026
News: The Indian Army contingent departed for the second edition of India – Cambodia Bilateral Military Exercise CINBAX-II 2026. About Exercise CINBAX-II 2026 It is conducted between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army. First edition: Its first edition was conducted in 2024. Present edition: The present edition is the second edition of the exercise.… Continue reading Exercise CINBAX-II 2026
India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System
News: Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari announced the launch of India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system at the Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch section of NH-48 in Gujarat. About India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System Initiated at: It has been initiated at the… Continue reading India’s First Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Barrier-less Tolling System
Key Facts about Jamaica
News: In a significant step towards strengthening India-Caribbean relations, India has deployed its flagship Aarogya Maitri portable healthcare infrastructure in Jamaica. Key Facts about Jamaica Jamaica is an island country of the West Indies. Location: It is located in the west-central Caribbean in the Greater Antilles archipelago. It is the third-largest island in the Caribbean… Continue reading Key Facts about Jamaica
2026 Whitley Awards
News: Indian conservationists, Barkha Subba and Parveen Shaikh have won the prestigious 2026 Whitley Awards. About 2026 Whitley Awards The Whitley Award is awarded to those achieving exceptional success in grassroots, community-led protection of threatened species and habitats. It is also known as the ‘Green Oscars’. It provides winners with funding, profile, and international… Continue reading 2026 Whitley Awards
SACHET
News: India rolled out a mobile-based disaster communication system (SACHET) aimed at delivering near-real-time emergency alerts directly to citizens’ phones. About SACHET SACHET stands for Secure and Alert Centre for Hazard Evaluation and Transmission. It is a mobile-enabled, integrated disaster alert system designed to deliver timely information and warnings to citizens. Developed by: It has… Continue reading SACHET
Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
News: The election of the next United Nations Secretary-General is underway, and on April 21–22, four candidates pitched before the UN General Assembly in informal, interactive dialogues. About Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) Appointed by: The Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) is appointed by the General Assembly, upon the recommendation of the Security… Continue reading Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
News: Prosopis juliflora, which is a non-native and invasive tree species, has encroached over half of Banni Grassland in Gujarat. About Prosopis Juliflora Prosopis juliflora is one of the most widespread hyperaccumulating, phreatophytic, perennial tree/shrub species. Family: It is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is a representative species of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. … Continue reading Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
Bharathapuzha River
News: Kerala Mahamagham 2026 one of the oldest and most spiritually significant religious events took place from 19 January till 3 February 2026 on the sacred banks of the Bharathapuzha River. About Bharathapuzha River Origin: It rises in the Eastern slopes of the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats and flows in the North-Westerly direction in… Continue reading Bharathapuzha River
