Source– This post on Namaqualand has been created based on the article “Astonishing” Discovery – 34,000-Year-Old Inhabited Termite Mounds Discovered in South Africa” published in “Scietechdaily” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Scientists recently discovered that termite mounds along the Buffels River in Namaqualand are the world’s oldest inhabited, dating back 34,000 years. About Namaqualand… Continue reading Namaqualand
Category: Daily Factly articles
Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
Source– This post on Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS) has been created based on the article “As lions make Barda sanctuary their second home, Gujarat forest dept starts translocating deer from Gir to Porbandar” published in “Indian Express” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? The Forest Department in Gujarat has begun translocating spotted deer and sambars… Continue reading Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO)
Source– This post on International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) has been created based on the article “WORLD HYDROGRAPHY DAY 2024” published in “PIB” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) celebrates World Hydrography Day on 21 June every year to raise awareness about hydrography. About the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) Aspects Description… Continue reading International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO)
Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)
Source– This post on Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) has been created based on the article “ Rocket carrying French-Chinese satellite launches from southwestern China to study gamma-ray bursts” published in “Times of India” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, a Long March 2-C rocket successfully launched the French-Chinese satellite Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)… Continue reading Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)
Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme
Source– This post on Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme has been created based on the article “Amit Shah inaugurates ‘Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme’ at Delhi IGI airport” published in “Times of India” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Union home minister Amit Shah inaugurated the ‘Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme’… Continue reading Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme
Russell’s Viper Snake
Source– This post on Russell’s Viper has been created based on the article “Bangladesh reels from surge in snake bites” published in “BBC” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Bangladesh has ordered all health centres and hospitals to stock anti-venom after reports of an increase in snake bites, particularly by Russell’s viper. About Russell’s… Continue reading Russell’s Viper Snake
Methane Release from Nord Stream Pipelines
Source– This post on Nord Stream pipelines has been created based on the article “Nord Stream pipeline leak: Methane released in Baltic Sea remains in water” published in “India today” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? According to a new study, a significant portion of the methane gas released from the ruptured Nord Stream pipelines… Continue reading Methane Release from Nord Stream Pipelines
V-LEX-02 Mission
Source– This post on V-LEX-02 Mission has been created based on the article “Pushpak, ISRO’s reusable launch vehicle, clears test” published in “Indian Express” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, ISRO successfully completed the third reusable launch vehicle landing experiment (RLV LEX) at the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga, Karnataka. About V-LEX-02… Continue reading V-LEX-02 Mission
India-Russia- Draft Logistics Agreement
Source– This post on Draft Logistics Agreement has been created based on the article “After years, Russia approves draft logistics agreement to be signed with India” published in “The Hindu” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The Russian government has approved a draft logistics agreement with India. It marks a significant step in… Continue reading India-Russia- Draft Logistics Agreement
MPs term and oath
Source– This post on MPs term and oath has been created based on the article “18th Lok Sabha session begins today: How do MPs take oath? What happens if an MP is in jail?” published in “Indian Express” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The 18th Lok Sabha’s first session will start on… Continue reading MPs term and oath
