News: A conservation survey of the critically endangered Peacock Tarantula has been launched in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. About Peacock Tarantula The Peacock Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica) is a rare arboreal spider famous for its metallic blue colour and ornamental patterns. Taxonomy: The species belongs to the Theraphosidae family and is classified as a tarantula species… Continue reading Peacock Tarantula
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Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
News: India was nominated to serve as the Chair of the Common Criteria Development Board from April 2026 to April 2028. About Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB) The Common Criteria Development Board is the technical body that manages international standards for IT security evaluation under the Common Criteria framework. Operates under: The CCDB operates under… Continue reading Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
Agalega Islands
News: Agalega Island is becoming a key part of India’s strategy to strengthen its naval presence and monitor important trade routes in the Indian Ocean. About Agalega Islands The Agalega Islands are two islands situated in the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by the Seychelles to the north, the Maldives, the US base Diego Garcia… Continue reading Agalega Islands
IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
News: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and its accompanying digital platform. About IP Catalyst and Digital Platform Launched by: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and a digital platform to accelerate intellectual property commercialization and strengthen India’s innovation… Continue reading IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji
News: Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah extended greetings on the occasion of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji’s Sirhind Fateh Divas. About Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji Sirhind Fateh Divas is observed annually to commemorate the victory of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur over Sirhind on May 14, 1710. Baba Banda Singh… Continue reading Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji
Global Forest Goals Report 2026
News: A The United Nations released the Global Forest Goals Report 2026 during the 21st session of the UN Forum on Forests. About Global Forest Goals Report 2026 It is a UN assessment report on progress under the UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017-2030. Released by: The report was released by the United Nations Department… Continue reading Global Forest Goals Report 2026
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
News: The Endocrine Society has renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) through a global medical consensus. About Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) PMOS is a hormonal and metabolic disorder that affects endocrine functions, metabolism, ovulation and overall women’s health. Key Aspects of PMOS: Hormonal and Metabolic Disorder: PMOS affects multiple… Continue reading Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
Lavan Island
News: The United Arab Emirates secretly carried out military strikes on Lavan Island of Iran during the recent Middle East conflict. About Lavan Island Location: It is an Iranian island in the Persian Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz. It is strategically located 18 km south of Bandar Mogham (Hormozgan Province) in the Persian Gulf.… Continue reading Lavan Island
Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved a Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects. About Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects It is a scheme to promote coal and lignite gasification projects. It is a major step towards cleaner coal utilisation, energy security and… Continue reading Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects
Leatherback Sea Turtle
News: Allegations of Forest Rights Act violations have been raised regarding the notification of wildlife sanctuaries in Little Nicobar, Menchal, and Meroe islands ahead of the Calcutta High Court hearing on the ₹92,000-crore Great Nicobar project, which is expected to impact ecologically sensitive species such as the leatherback turtle and the Nicobar megapode. About Leatherback… Continue reading Leatherback Sea Turtle
