News: Recently, a family of four drowned in the Bharathapuzha River. About Bharathapuzha River Length of the river– 209 km It is the second-longest river in Kerala, after the Periyar River. It is considered as the Nile of kerela and is also known as Nila, Ponnani, Kuttippuram . Course and Origin– The river rises in… Continue reading Bharathapuzha River
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Lake Naivasha
News: Kenya’s renowned Lake Naivasha is being severely affected by the spread of water hyacinth, which has overtaken significant portions of the lake. About Lake Naivasha It is a shallow freshwater lake situated in Kenya’s southern Rift Valley. It is designated as the Ramsar site. It is of relatively recent geological origin and is surrounded… Continue reading Lake Naivasha
Lokpal of India
News: The Foundation Day of the Lokpal of India was held for the first time on 16th January at Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi in the august presence of the Chief Justice of India, Shri Justice Sanjiv Khanna. About Lokpal The Lokpal is a statutory body established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013. Its primary… Continue reading Lokpal of India
Konark Sun Temple
News: Recently, Singapore’s President visited the world heritage site of Sun Temple at Konark. About Konark Sun Temple The temple was built by King Narasimha Deva I of the Ganga Dynasty in the 13th century as a tribute to the Sun God. It represents the architectural brilliance of the Kalinga temple architecture. The Sun… Continue reading Konark Sun Temple
Global Risks Report 2025
News: Recently, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has released the 20th edition of the Global Risks Report. Key findings of the Report The report has considered various risks like geopolitical, environmental, societal and technological domains that threaten global stability and progress. These risks are assessed over both short-term (1-2 years) and long-term (10 years) horizons. … Continue reading Global Risks Report 2025
World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 Report
News: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released its flagship World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 (WESO Trends) Report. Key findings of the Report Global unemployment stood steady at 5 percent in 2024. Young people continue to face a much higher unemployment rate of around 12.6 per cent. Key challenges facing the labour market… Continue reading World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 Report
National Broadcast Mission 2.0
News: The Union Minister of Communications has launched the National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 to enhance telecom accessibility, security, and empowerment across India. About National Broadcast Mission 2.0 It is built on the success of NBM 1.0, which was launched for the period 2019-2024 as a part of the National Digital Communications Policy, 2018. Under… Continue reading National Broadcast Mission 2.0
Pay Commission
News: The Union Government has announced the constitution of the 8th Pay Commission. About Pay Commission A Pay Commission decides the salary and compensation of Central government employees and allowances of pensioners. It is set up by the Department of Expenditure, Union Ministry of Finance. It is generally set up every 10 years by the central… Continue reading Pay Commission
Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan
News: On the 77th Army Day (15th January), Defence Minister launched the “Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan” website and app. About Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan The Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan website will be a one-stop destination for information about significant battlefields and border areas in India, featuring virtual tours and historical narratives and interactive content. The initiative has been… Continue reading Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan
Siachen Glacier
News: A private telecom service provider has deployed 4G and 5G connectivity services to Siachen Glacier. About Siachen Glacier Siachen Glacier is a piedmont glacier located in the Karakoram Range of the Himalayas. It lies between Saltoro Ridge to the west and the main Karakoram range to the east. It is the world’s second longest… Continue reading Siachen Glacier
