News: Recently researchers have confirmed the discovery of a new dragonfly species from Kerala’s low-lying coastal plains, named Lyriothemis keralensis commonly called the Slender Bombardier. About Lyriothemis keralensis It is a newly identified species of dragonfly discovered in Kerala. The species was first spotted in 2013 at Varappetty near Kothamangalam in Ernakulam district, Kerala. Habitat… Continue reading Lyriothemis Keralensis
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Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026
News: Chess has been added to the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026, a global nation-based esports tournament to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. About Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026 It is an international, country-based esports competition in which players compete by representing their respective nations rather than private clubs or franchises. Organiser- Esports World… Continue reading Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026
SWAVALAMBINI Programme
News: Recently, the Minister of State, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), filed a written reply in the Lok Sabha regarding the progress of the Swavalambini programme. About the SWAVALAMBINI Programme It is a Women Entrepreneurship Programme for young women in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Launched by– Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).… Continue reading SWAVALAMBINI Programme
Key Facts about Greece
News: India and Greece have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent aimed at enhancing defence industrial cooperation, laying the foundation for deeper collaboration between the two countries. About Greece Location It is located on the southern edge of the Balkan Peninsula. Greece occupies a strategic position at the junction of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Borders Greece… Continue reading Key Facts about Greece
Devnimori Relics
News: India organised the first-ever public exposition of the Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha outside India at the Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo (Sri Lanka). About Devnimori Relics The Devnimori Relics originate from the Devnimori archaeological site near Shamlaji in the Aravalli district of Gujarat. The inscription language is Brahmi script & Sanskrit. The site was first… Continue reading Devnimori Relics
Saltwater Crocodile
News: A recent genetic study has confirmed that the now-extinct crocodiles of the Seychelles were saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus). About Saltwater Crocodiles The saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) is the largest and heaviest living reptile in the world and an opportunistic apex predator. It is also known as the estuarine or Indo-Pacific crocodile. It is uniquely… Continue reading Saltwater Crocodile
African Union
News: African Union (AU) stated that a drone attack by the M23 armed group on a civilian airport at Kisangani (DR Congo) may constitute an “act of terrorism”. About African Union Establishment Founded: 2002 Predecessor: Organisation of African Unity (OAU) OAU Founded: May 25, 1963 Constitutive Act signed: July 11, 2000 (Lomé, Togo) Constitutive Act… Continue reading African Union
NE-RACE Portal
News: The NE-RACE portal, launched to strengthen market linkages for farmers of the North Eastern Region (NER), has facilitated agri-trade worth ₹895.56 lakh as of January 2026. About NE-RACE NE-RACE is a digital agri-marketing platform that connects farmers, FPOs, SHGs and cooperatives of the North Eastern Region with buyers across India and abroad. It enables… Continue reading NE-RACE Portal
FORGE Initiative
News: India has extended support to the FORGE Initiative, launched at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial (Washington DC, February 2026). About FORGE Initiative FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement) is a multilateral framework on critical minerals. It is the successor to the US-led Mineral Security Partnership (MSP). It is launched to address emerging geostrategic and… Continue reading FORGE Initiative
Motion of Thanks
News: Recently, Prime Minister replied to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address in the Rajya Sabha (February 2026). About Motion of Thanks It is a parliamentary motion moved after the President’s Address to express gratitude to the President. It is a special address which reflects the policy statement of the government. It provides… Continue reading Motion of Thanks
