News: Indian conservationists, Barkha Subba and Parveen Shaikh have won the prestigious 2026 Whitley Awards. About 2026 Whitley Awards The Whitley Award is awarded to those achieving exceptional success in grassroots, community-led protection of threatened species and habitats. It is also known as the ‘Green Oscars’. It provides winners with funding, profile, and international… Continue reading 2026 Whitley Awards
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SACHET
News: India rolled out a mobile-based disaster communication system (SACHET) aimed at delivering near-real-time emergency alerts directly to citizens’ phones. About SACHET SACHET stands for Secure and Alert Centre for Hazard Evaluation and Transmission. It is a mobile-enabled, integrated disaster alert system designed to deliver timely information and warnings to citizens. Developed by: It has… Continue reading SACHET
Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
News: The election of the next United Nations Secretary-General is underway, and on April 21–22, four candidates pitched before the UN General Assembly in informal, interactive dialogues. About Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) Appointed by: The Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) is appointed by the General Assembly, upon the recommendation of the Security… Continue reading Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
New Bidding Regulations for HAM Projects
News: New Bidding Regulations for HAM Projects were introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to prevent catastrophic failures from construction defects. About Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) is a Public-Private Partnership model used mainly for road and highway projects in India, where both government and private sector participate. It… Continue reading New Bidding Regulations for HAM Projects
Brain Death Certification in India & EEG and Angiogram
News: The Supreme Court of India is seeking expert opinion from AIIMS on using EEG and angiogram in brain death certification. About Brain Death Certification in India Brain Stem Death: Definition: Brain death or brain stem death is an irreversible condition where all brain activities, including automatic functions such as breathing, completely cease, even though… Continue reading Brain Death Certification in India & EEG and Angiogram
Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
News: Pakistan has inducted its first Hangor-class submarine into the navy, marking a major step in its maritime capability upgrade program. About Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine It is Pakistan’s first advanced submarine inducted under an agreement with China to modernize naval capabilities. Designed by: The submarine is based on China’s Type 039A design. Built under… Continue reading Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
News: Prosopis juliflora, which is a non-native and invasive tree species, has encroached over half of Banni Grassland in Gujarat. About Prosopis Juliflora Prosopis juliflora is one of the most widespread hyperaccumulating, phreatophytic, perennial tree/shrub species. Family: It is a member of the Fabaceae family. It is a representative species of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. … Continue reading Prosopis Juliflora and Banni Grassland
Bharathapuzha River
News: Kerala Mahamagham 2026 one of the oldest and most spiritually significant religious events took place from 19 January till 3 February 2026 on the sacred banks of the Bharathapuzha River. About Bharathapuzha River Origin: It rises in the Eastern slopes of the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats and flows in the North-Westerly direction in… Continue reading Bharathapuzha River
India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
News: India ranked as the fifth-largest military spender in 2025, according to a report released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. About India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI In April 2026, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute confirmed India as the world’s fifth-largest military spender in its annual report. Reports titled: SIPRI annual… Continue reading India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0
News: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj released Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 Report for FY 2023–24 on National Panchayati Raj Day 2026. About Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 It is the nationwide framework to measure the progress of Rural Local Government Institutions (Gram Panchayats (GPs)/Traditional Local Bodies (TLBs)) using objective and verifiable indicators. Introduced in: The… Continue reading Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0
