News: Recently, APEDA facilitated the first-ever air shipment of India’s GI-tagged Indi Lime and Puliyankudi Lime to the United Kingdom. About Indi and Puliyankudi Limes About Indi Lime Indi Lime is a variety of Kagzi lime. Geographical location: It is cultivated in the Vijayapura district of Karnataka. Characteristics It is known for its superior quality,… Continue reading Indi and Puliyankudi Limes
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‘Panda Diplomacy’
News: China’s golden snub-nosed monkey debuted at European zoos on 10-year loans, signalling a potential successor to “panda diplomacy.’ About ‘Panda Diplomacy’ China’s use of giant pandas as a diplomatic tool, gifting or loaning them to other countries to foster goodwill and enhance its global image. Historical roots: The practice dates back to the Tang… Continue reading ‘Panda Diplomacy’
Taal Volcano
News: Recently, the Taal Volcano in the Philippines erupted three times in a single day. About Taal Volcano Location: It is in Batangas province, about 70 kilometers south of Manila, on the island of Luzon of Philippines. It is a large caldera filled by Taal Lake in the Philippines. It lies on the boundaries of… Continue reading Taal Volcano
Terms of Reference (TOR) of 8th Central Pay Commission
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission. About Terms of Reference (TOR) of 8th Central Pay Commission About 8th Central Pay Commission It was announced in January 2025. Structure: It will have a Chairperson, one Part-Time Member, and a Member-Secretary. Justice (Retd.)… Continue reading Terms of Reference (TOR) of 8th Central Pay Commission
Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR)
News: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the October edition of the twice a year, Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) recently. About Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) It provides a comprehensive assessment of the global financial system, highlighting vulnerabilities, and giving policy recommendations to bolster resilience. Published by: International Monetary Fund (IMF) Frequency: Twice… Continue reading Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR)
World Heritage Outlook 4 Report
News: The IUCN’s World Heritage Outlook 4 report released earlier this month attributes four biggest threats to the loss of habitats and species in South Asia: climate change, tourism activities, invasive alien species, and roads. About World Heritage Outlook 4 Report It assesses the status and conservation trends of natural and mixed World Heritage sites… Continue reading World Heritage Outlook 4 Report
‘MAHE’ – First Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
News: Cochin Shipyard Limited delivered Mahe’, the first ASW Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy on 23 October 2025. About ‘MAHE’ – First Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft ‘Mahe’ is the the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft. Named after: It is named after the historic port town of Mahe in the… Continue reading ‘MAHE’ – First Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary
News: After 50 years of local extinction, blackbucks have returned to Chhattisgarh’s Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary. About Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is located in Raipur district of Chhattisgarh. Named after: It is named after the Bar and Nawapara forest villages situated in the sanctuary. Area covered: The total area of sanctuary covers 244.66 Sq. km.… Continue reading Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary
National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)
News: NBA released ₹1.36 crore to Biodiversity Management Committees in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh under Access and Benefit Sharing. About National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) It is a statutory, autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change. Established: It was established in 2003 by the Central Government of India. Established under: It was… Continue reading National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)
#23for23 Initiative and Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Programme (GSLEP)
News: India observed International Snow Leopard Day through the ‘#23for23’ campaign. About #23for23 Initiative Organised by: The Initiative was organised by the Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Programme (GSLEP) and the Snow Leopard Trust Worldwide. Objective: The objective was to engage citizens in snow leopard conservation by raising awareness about the animals, their fragile… Continue reading #23for23 Initiative and Global Snow Leopard and Ecosystem Protection Programme (GSLEP)
