News: The third phase of underwater archaeological exploration has commenced off Poompuhar to trace the maritime trade links of ancient Tamils. About Ancient Port of Poompuhar Poompuhar was a flourishing ancient port city known as Kaveripoompattinam. Location: It is located in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, near where the Cauveri River flows into the Bay of… Continue reading Ancient Port of Poompuhar
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APNIC 62
News: More than 600 Internet experts, policymakers and technology leaders have gathered in Mumbai for APNIC 62, being held from 4 to 10 September 2026. About APNIC 62 APNIC 62 is a conference bringing together Internet and networking experts, government representatives and industry leaders to share ideas, experience and develop policies related to Internet operations. Organised… Continue reading APNIC 62
Mount Anak Krakatau
News: Eight Indonesian airports, including two serving Jakarta, remained closed because of volcanic ash from eruptions at Mount Anak Krakatau. About Mount Anak Krakatau Location: Mount Anak Krakatau is situated in the Sunda Strait between the islands of Java and Sumatra in Indonesia. Anak Krakatau is literally translated as the ‘’Son of Krakatoa’’. It lies along… Continue reading Mount Anak Krakatau
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK)
News: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has made the appointment of the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Members of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK). About National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) The National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) is a non- statutory body established under the National Commission for Safai… Continue reading National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK)
Key Facts about Luxembourg
News: Luxembourg’s Deputy PM Xavier Bettel will visit India from September 7–9 to meet S. Jaishankar and attend events in Chennai. Key Facts About Luxembourg Luxembourg is a landlocked country located in northwestern Europe. It is one of the smallest countries in the world. Bordering nation: It is bordered by Belgium on the west and… Continue reading Key Facts about Luxembourg
Osbeckia ulotricha
News: Botanists recently identified a new woolly-haired flowering plant, Osbeckia ulotricha, in the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve. About Osbeckia ulotricha Osbeckia ulotricha is a flowering plant growing in the shola grasslands of the Western Ghats. Family: It belongs to the Melastomataceae family. Distribution: It is endemic to the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve. Habitat: It grows mainly in… Continue reading Osbeckia ulotricha
OpenAI’s New Astra Model
News: OpenAI has released GPT-6 Astra, claiming major gains in computer use, coding, long-running tasks and cybersecurity. About OpenAI’s New Astra Model OpenAI’s new Astra model is also known as GPT-6 (Generative Pre-trained Transformer 6) Astra. It is a new frontier artificial intelligence (AI) model released by OpenAI. Key Features: End-to-end work: Astra is built to… Continue reading OpenAI’s New Astra Model
Bundelkhand Region
News: Recurring drought and fodder shortages are forcing livestock farmers to travel farther, increasing risks to both people and cattle. About Bundelkhand Region Bundelkhand is a semi-arid plateau region spread across southern Uttar Pradesh and northern Madhya Pradesh. The region is historically associated with the Bundela Rajput dynasty. Location: The region lies between the Yamuna… Continue reading Bundelkhand Region
Mercator Map and Equal Earth Projection
News: The United Nations General Assembly voted to phase out the traditional Mercator map in favour of the Equal Earth projection to accurately reflect the true proportions of global landmasses. About Mercator Map Mercator map is a cylindrical map projection which is derived mathematically. Features: It has a grid pattern with longitudes (or meridians) and… Continue reading Mercator Map and Equal Earth Projection
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
News: UNCLOS has been in the news because of maritime disputes, including those involving the Strait of Hormuz. About United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) UNCLOS is an international treaty that provides a comprehensive legal framework for the world’s oceans and seas. Adoption: It was adopted in 1982 at Montego Bay,… Continue reading United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
