Marbled Cat (Pardofelis marmorata)

News: Conservationists and several communities in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland gathered on March 1 to mark the first-ever International Marbled Cat Day, drawing attention to one of Asia’s most elusive and least understood wild felids. About Marbled Cat (Pardofelis marmorata) The Marbled cat is a small wild cat that lives in the mountainous areas of… Continue reading Marbled Cat (Pardofelis marmorata)

Key Facts About Zimbabwe

News: India and Zimbabwe held the first meeting of their Joint Defence Committee in New Delhi on June 04, 2026 and discussed expanding defence cooperation. Key Facts About Zimbabwe Location: Zimbabwe is a landlocked nation in Southern Africa, located between the Limpopo River to the south and the Zambezi River to the north. Bordered by:… Continue reading Key Facts About Zimbabwe

Sun Protection Factor (SPF)

News: Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is being discussed due to concerns about its actual protection, correct application, and the limits of higher SPF values. About Sun Protection Factor (SPF) Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a relative measure that indicates how much Ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation is needed to cause sunburn on sunscreen-protected skin compared to unprotected… Continue reading Sun Protection Factor (SPF)

Neglected Displacement Crises Report

News: The Norwegian Refugee Council released the tenth edition of the Neglected Displacement Crises Report, highlighting worsening neglect of major displacement crises. About Neglected Displacement Crises Report Neglected Displacement Crises Report tracks the gap between the scale of displacement crises and the adequacy of international response. Published by: It is published by the Norwegian Refugee Council… Continue reading Neglected Displacement Crises Report

Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026

News: The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), commenced the first phase of the Viksit Vibrant Village Program (VVVP) 2026. About Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026 It is a pioneering youth-led initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement, fostering national integration, and promoting sustainable development in… Continue reading Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026

Navachar Mantra Initiative

News: The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched the Navachar Mantra initiative to strengthen grassroots entrepreneurship and expand opportunities for innovators across emerging India. About Navachar Mantra Initiative It is a national initiative focused on strengthening grassroots entrepreneurship and expanding opportunities for innovators across emerging India. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship… Continue reading Navachar Mantra Initiative

Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO)

News: The India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) was formally launched by Coal & Mines Minister and UK’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs. About Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) The Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) is a data-driven platform to monitor global critical mineral supply… Continue reading Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO)

Potato Patch

News: Researchers have documented the “Potato Patch” near Kadmat Island, which could be the world’s largest known living coral colony. About Potato Patch Potato Patch  is a continuous meadow-like coral colony of the species Pavona clavus (potato coral). Location: The colony is located in the south-eastern waters of Kadmat Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago. Formation Process:… Continue reading Potato Patch

Yellow-Throated Marten

News: A yellow-throated marten was photographed for the first time in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve during routine camera trapping. About Yellow-Throated Marten The yellow-throated marten (Martes flavigula) is a marten species found in forested regions across Southern and Eastern Asia. It is also known as ‘the kharza’. Habitat: It lives in diverse habitats, including coniferous… Continue reading Yellow-Throated Marten

Dark Patterns

News: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA has imposed penalties on PhysicsWallah Limited and McAfee Software India Private Limited for using dark pattern practices that misled consumers and influenced their choices on digital platforms. About Dark Patterns Dark patterns, also known as deceptive patterns, involve using design and choice architecture to deceive, coerce, or influence… Continue reading Dark Patterns

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