News: The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks reported among livestock in the Kashmir region can spread from livestock to wildlife such as Markhors and Hanguls. About Markhor Aspects Description About The Markhor is scientifically known as Capra falconeri. It is the largest wild goat in world. It is known for its thick fur, flowing beard and… Continue reading Markhor
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International Convention against Doping in Sport
News: India chaired third formal meeting of the COP10 Bureau and the fourth formal meeting of the Fund’s Approval Committee for 2026–27 under the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport in New Delhi. About International Convention against Doping in Sport The International Convention against Doping in Sport is a multilateral treaty through which States… Continue reading International Convention against Doping in Sport
Kartarpur Corridor
News: Rajya Sabha member Vikramjit Singh Sahney said that he has urged the Union government to reopen the Kartarpur corridor ahead of Guru Nanak Jayanti next month. About Kartarpur Corridor The Kartarpur Corridor is a 4 km long corridor comprising border gates, road and a bridge to link Dera Baba Nanak gurdwara in Gurdaspur district… Continue reading Kartarpur Corridor
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
News: Tigress T-2403 was spotted with three cubs in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Sawai Madhopur, though forest officials said the number of cubs was yet to be officially confirmed. About Ranthambore Tiger Reserve Location: The Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. Establishment: It was established as the Sawai Madhopur… Continue reading Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) and Snow Leopard
News: India has recorded an estimated 718 snow leopards across the Indian Himalayas, including 477 in Ladakh, according to the country’s first Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI). About Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) The Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) is the first-ever scientific exercise, which took around 4 years… Continue reading Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) and Snow Leopard
Lankamala Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Camera traps used during the tiger census in Lankamala Wildlife Sanctuary have recorded diverse wildlife, including bears, leopards, wild boars and peafowl, highlighting the need for habitat conservation. About Lankamala Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is a wildlife sanctuary located in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is officially known as the Sri Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary.… Continue reading Lankamala Wildlife Sanctuary
Atacama Desert
News: Indian researchers have identified geological sites in Tamil Nadu and Chile’s Atacama Desert that share mineralogical and environmental characteristics with Mars. About Atacama Desert Location: The Atacama Desert is located in northern Chile, near the borders of Peru, Bolivia and Argentina in South America. It stretches along the Pacific coast for about 1,000 km,… Continue reading Atacama Desert
Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA)
News: India has called on member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to unite against all forms of terrorism. About Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) is a multinational forum for strengthening cooperation towards… Continue reading Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA)
Bekal Fort
News: HAL, NCF and ASI signed an MoA for undertaking heritage conservation and development works at three prominent heritage sites- Hampi in Karnataka, the Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, and Bekal Fort in Kerala. About Bekal Fort Location: The Bekal Fort is located in Kasargod district, Kerala. It is the largest fort in Kerala.… Continue reading Bekal Fort
Dhokra Craft
News: The ancient metal-casting tradition of Dhokra Craft takes centre stage in Prime Minister’s collection of 16 mementos from Chhattisgarh. About Dhokra Craft Aspects Details Description The word “Dhokra” is believed to be derived from the Dhokra Damar tribes, the traditional metal smiths of Central India. It is believed to be 4000 years old craft.… Continue reading Dhokra Craft
