News: The Centre has proposed Article 371(K) to provide Ladakh with constitutional safeguards and a directly elected governing body. About Article 371(K) Article 371(K) is a proposed constitutional provision for Ladakh. It is intended to provide a directly elected Union Territory-level legislative body along with special safeguards. Proposed by: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs… Continue reading Article 371(K)
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Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) 3.0
News: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0 (2026–2031) in New Delhi. About Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) 3.0 DILRMP 3.0 is a five-year programme to build an integrated, GIS-enabled “Land Stack” for land administration. Evolution: In 2008, Computerisation of Land Records (CLR) and Strengthening of Revenue Administration… Continue reading Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) 3.0
Przewalski’s Horse
News: Two Przewalski’s horse foals were born in central Kazakhstan, the first in the country in over 200 years. About Przewalski’s Horse Przewalski’s horse is subspecies of wild horse. It is the only living wild relative of the domestic horse. Scientific name: Its scientific name is E. ferus przewalskii. It is locally known as kertagy. Distribution: … Continue reading Przewalski’s Horse
Historic City of Barakuru
News: A rare Sidithale Veeragallu hero stone, depicting self-sacrifice, was recently discovered near the Panchalingeshwara Temple in Barkur. About Historic City of Barakuru Location: Barakuru is located in Udupi district, Karnataka. It lies on the banks of the Sita River, about 5 km east of the Arabian Sea coast. Ancient names: The town was known… Continue reading Historic City of Barakuru
Exercise Veer Guardian-2026
News: The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) will conduct the bilateral air exercise Veer Guardian-2026. About Exercise Veer Guardian-2026 Exercise Veer Guardian-2026 is a bilateral exercise conducted between India and Japan. 2026 Host: It would be conducted from 9 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 at Air Force Station,… Continue reading Exercise Veer Guardian-2026
Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) Sagar Manthan
News: India’s advanced Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) Sagar Manthan was launched at Kolkata, marking progress in indigenous oceanographic research capabilities. About Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) Sagar Manthan Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) Sagar Manthan is an all-weather, multidisciplinary ocean research vessel. Nodal Ministry: It has been developed under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). User Agency: The… Continue reading Ocean Research Vessel (ORV) Sagar Manthan
Global Dryland Congress 2026
News: The Global Dryland Congress 2026 will be held in New Delhi from September 10 to 12, bringing together over 800 participants. About Global Dryland Congress 2026 Global Dryland Congress 2026 is a three-day global event promoting sustainable and climate-resilient dryland agriculture. Theme: “Transforming Dryland Agriculture with South-South Cooperation” Held at: It will be held… Continue reading Global Dryland Congress 2026
Red-naped Ibises
News: A new study in Udaipur found diverse bacteria, including multidrug-resistant strains, in red-naped ibis faeces. About Red-naped Ibises Red-naped Ibis’ scientific name is Pseudibis papillosa. It is commonly known as the Indian Black Ibis. Habitat: It prefers drier habitats, including dry agricultural fields, fallow lands and scrub forests, rather than depending strictly on wetlands.… Continue reading Red-naped Ibises
7th Global Fintech Fest 2026
News: The 7th edition of GFF is being held in Mumbai from 8 to 11 September 2026. About 7th Global Fintech Fest 2026 The 7th Global Fintech Fest 2026 is the world’s largest fintech festival, uniting the brightest minds to shape an AI-powered future. It serves as a global platform for advancing policy dialogue, showcasing… Continue reading 7th Global Fintech Fest 2026
Swachh Vayu Survekshan-2026
News: Lucknow secured the top position in the Swachh Vayu Survekshan-2026 among cities with a population of more than 10 lakh. About Swachh Vayu Survekshan-2026 Swachh Vayu Survekshan is an annual assessment of 130 cities under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). Initiative by: It is an initiative of the MoEFCC. Launch year: It was… Continue reading Swachh Vayu Survekshan-2026
