News: A tiger attacked a woman in the Dharmapur Range of Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary in Bahraich, according to forest officials. About Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Upper Gangetic plain, falling in the Terai region of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh. Establishment: It was established in 1975.… Continue reading Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
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Bureau of Port Security (BoPS)
News: The Union Home Minister chaired a meeting to constitute a statutory Bureau of Port Security to strengthen port and vessel security. About Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) The Bureau of Port Security is a dedicated body proposed to strengthen security oversight of ports, ships, and maritime infrastructure. Legal status: The Bureau of Port Security… Continue reading Bureau of Port Security (BoPS)
Kosi River
News: The Bheja–Bakaur Kosi Bridge project is nearing completion to improve connectivity in flood-affected regions of Madhubani and Supaul in Bihar. About Kosi River Origins: The Kosi River is formed by the confluence of the Sun Kosi, Arun Kosi, and Tamur Kosi, originating in the Himalayan regions of Nepal and Tibet, and enters India in… Continue reading Kosi River
China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
News: Recently, China successfully tested seven fully loaded freight trains operating together as a single convoy without any physical coupling. About China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy China tested a wireless-controlled freight train convoy that allowed multiple heavy trains to operate together without mechanical connections. Developed by: It is developed by the China Shenhua Energy… Continue reading China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
Annatto
News: The CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR–CFTRI), Mysuru has undertaken four Grant-in-Aid projects on annatto, including post-harvest technologies and Vitamin-E enriched annatto oil development. About Annatto Annatto is a natural food colouring and flavouring agent obtained from the seeds of the achiote tree. It is scientifically known as Bixa orellana. Native to: Annatto is… Continue reading Annatto
Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System
News: The Union Road Transport Minister informed the Rajya Sabha about the nationwide rollout of the MLFF tolling system by 2026. About Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System The Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling system is a barrier-free digital toll collection system that allows vehicles to pass toll points without stopping. Initiated by: The system has… Continue reading Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System
AH-64E Apache Helicopters
News: The Indian Army received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters, completing its six-unit Apache squadron at Jodhpur. About AH-64E Apache Helicopters The AH-64E Apache is regarded as the world’s most advanced and lethal attack helicopter and is widely used for reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions. It is also known… Continue reading AH-64E Apache Helicopters
India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy
News: India launched its first AI-driven community screening programme for diabetic retinopathy to strengthen early detection and real-time health intelligence. About India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy Launched by: It has been launched by The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), in collaboration with the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences (RPC),… Continue reading India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy
Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
News: During Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army showcased Atmanirbharta-driven innovations, including homegrown Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV project. About Ekam AI Ekam AI is a fully indigenous and secure artificial intelligence platform designed for sensitive defence environments. Developed by: It is being developed by the Bengaluru-based startup Neuralix, under the iDEX ADITI 2.0 initiative, which… Continue reading Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
Moei River
News: Promises of data-entry jobs draw young men from Gujarat across the Moei river into Myanmar’s alleged cyber-fraud compounds. About Moei River Source: It emerges from the eastern slopes of the Tenasserim Hills in Myanmar. In Burmese, it is called “Tong Yin River”. It is the natural border of Thailand and Myanmar. Length: The River… Continue reading Moei River
