News: Border Roads Organisation (BRO) successfully carried out a high-altitude rescue and road restoration operation under Project Sampark at Chatergala Pass in the Bhaderwah–Chatergala axis in Jammu region of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. About Chattergala Pass Chattergala Pass is a mountain pass located in the Middle Himalayas of the Jammu region of Jammu… Continue reading Chattergala Pass
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Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) Scheme
News: The ACC-PLI scheme has attracted attention after a report by Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research and Analytics pointed out delays, slow commissioning, and several difficulties in implementation. About Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) Scheme The ACC-PLI scheme aims to promote domestic manufacturing of advanced battery cells… Continue reading Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) Scheme
Sirsiya River
News: The Sirsiya river is in the news due to severe industrial pollution affecting public health, culture, ecology, and cross-border areas of Nepal and India. About Sirsiya River The Sirsiya river is a transboundary perennial river flowing from southern Nepal to India. Origin: The river originates from the Ramban Jhadi forest in Jeetpur Simara Sub-metropolitan… Continue reading Sirsiya River
Operation MegaBuru
News: Operation MegaBuru is in the news after 19 alleged Maoists were killed during a major anti-Maoist operation in Jharkhand’s Saranda forests. About Operation MegaBuru Operation MegaBuru is a large-scale counter-insurgency operation carried out against CPI (Maoist) in Jharkhand. Location: The operation is being conducted in the Kumdi area under Kiriburu police station limits in… Continue reading Operation MegaBuru
Galathea Bay, Pemmaya Bay, and Nanjappa Bay
News: The Great Nicobar Island mega infrastructure project has raised concerns after Tribal Council members alleged pressure to surrender ancestral lands in three bays. About Galathea Bay, Pemmaya Bay, and Nanjappa Bay Location: Galathea Bay lies on the south-eastern coast of Great Nicobar Island, while Pemmaya Bay and Nanjappa Bay are located along the western… Continue reading Galathea Bay, Pemmaya Bay, and Nanjappa Bay
Ras Behari Bose
News: Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah paid tribute to Ras Behari Bose on his death anniversary, recalling his role in INA and Ghadar movement. About Ras Behari Bose Ras Behari Bose was an Indian revolutionary leader and freedom fighter who actively fought against British rule in India and abroad. Birth: He was born on… Continue reading Ras Behari Bose
Kaladi
News: Kaladi is in the news as the Union Minister directed scientific upscaling to improve shelf life and expand markets under the ODOP initiative. About Kaladi Kaladi is a traditional dairy product of Jammu and Kashmir, known for its milky flavour and stretchable texture. It has received the Geographical Indication tag (GI). Location: Kaladi belongs… Continue reading Kaladi
Article 15(5) of Indian Constitution
News : The Congress demanded that the proposed higher education regulator must ensure implementation of Article 15(5) on its twentieth anniversary. About Article 15(5) of Indian Constitution Article 15 is part of the Fundamental Rights and aims to prevent discrimination while promoting equality and social justice. Sub-clauses of Article 15 Article 15(1): It prohibits discrimination… Continue reading Article 15(5) of Indian Constitution
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change issued a notification declaring Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary as an Eco-Sensitive Zone to conserve biodiversity. About Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Aravalli mountain range. Location: It is situated in the Rajsamand district of Rajasthan in western India and extends… Continue reading Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Light Water Reactors
News: India is accelerating indigenous Light Water Reactor development while opening the nuclear sector to private participation, focusing on exports, and implementing the SHANTI Act, 2025. About Light Water Reactors A Light Water Reactor is a thermal-neutron nuclear reactor that uses ordinary water as both coolant and neutron moderator. It uses solid fissile fuel and… Continue reading Light Water Reactors
