News- Recently, doctors treating patients from J&K’s Baddal village said that organophosphate could be behind the 17 deaths that had spread panic in the village. About Organophosphate Organophosphates are chemical compounds formed through the esterification process involving phosphoric acid and alcohol. Esterification is a chemical reaction where two reactants like alcohol and acid combine to… Continue reading Organophosphate
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Key Facts about Lao PDR (People’s Democratic Republic)
News- The Indian Embassy in Lao PDR has successfully rescued 67 Indian nationals who were trafficked and coerced into working in cyber scam centers within the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ). About Lao PDR (People’s Democratic Republic) Capital: Vientiane Location: A landlocked country in Southeast Asia, part of the Golden Triangle (a major opium-producing… Continue reading Key Facts about Lao PDR (People’s Democratic Republic)
Asian Waterbird Census
News– As per Asian Waterbird 2025 census, a record 39,725 birds of 106 species were sighted in the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary and its surrounding wetlands. About Asian Waterbird Census It is a citizen-science programme that supports the conservation and management of wetlands and waterbirds worldwide. It is conducted annually and is part of the global International Waterbird… Continue reading Asian Waterbird Census
Enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System
News- The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has launched the enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System. About Enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System It is a significant upgrade designed to simplify the certification process for exporters and enhance trade efficiency. Key features: This enhanced platform provides various user-friendly features, including multi-user access,… Continue reading Enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 System
Key Facts about Georgia
News– Recently, Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). About Georgia Location: It is a country in the Transcaucasia region, situated at the intersection of Eastern Europe and West Asia. Capital: Tbilisi Bordering Countries: North & Northeast: Russia East & Southeast: Azerbaijan South: Armenia and Türkiye Bordering Water Body: Black Sea… Continue reading Key Facts about Georgia
Lezim dance
News– The upcoming Bollywood film Chhava, depicting the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, has stirred controversy over a scene showing the Maratha king performing the Lezim dance. About Lezim dance It is traditional folk dance of Maharashtra. It is named after the lezim, a wooden stick with jingling metallic cymbals used by dancers. The dance… Continue reading Lezim dance
Asan wetland
News– A bird counting campaign at Asan Wetland in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, has been successful, with volunteers spotting 5,225 birds from 117 species. About Asan wetland (Asan Conservation Reserve) Location: It is situated in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, along the Asan River, which flows into the Yamuna River. It was declared a Conservation Reserve in 2005 under… Continue reading Asan wetland
Etikoppaka toys
News– On India’s 76th Republic Day, Andhra Pradesh’s tableau, featuring the 400-year-old Etikoppaka Bommalu wooden toy-making tradition, mesmerized the audience at New Delhi’s Kartavya Path. About Etikoppaka toys Etikoppaka toys are traditional toys made by artisans of Etikoppaka village located on the banks of Varaha River in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh. These toys are… Continue reading Etikoppaka toys
Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
News- Recently, Goa’s freedom fighter Libia Lobo Sardesai, was honoured with the Padma Shri for her pivotal role in the state’s liberation struggle. About Libia Lobo Sardesai She was born on May 25, 1924 in Portuguese-ruled Goa. Role in Goa’s Liberation: Actively participated in the Goan nationalist movement during her college years. Played a key… Continue reading Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
Central Pollution Control Board
News: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has informed National Green Tribunal (NGT) that only 167 posts out of 2,228 vacancies have been filled so far in 12 states and 2 UTs. Earlier the NGT had ordered to fill vacant posts across pollution control boards in the country by April end. About Central Pollution Control… Continue reading Central Pollution Control Board
