News: A major oil spill threatens the Hara mangrove forests, contaminating water, damaging roots, and harming fish and other wildlife. About Hara Mangrove Forests The Hara mangrove forests are located around Qeshm Island and the Khuran Strait in southern Iran, along the Persian Gulf. They are primarily composed of Avicennia marina and form an important… Continue reading Hara Mangrove Forests
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Lar Gibbon
News: Actor Chiyaan Vikram faced criticism from wildlife activists after a video showed him interacting with an endangered Lar Gibbon. About Lar Gibbon The Lar gibbon, or the White-handed Gibbon, is one of the most well-known gibbon species in Malaysia. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Hylobates lar. Family: It is primate in the gibbon family, Hylobatidae.… Continue reading Lar Gibbon
Vaishya Tekri Mound
News: Madhya Pradesh has begun preparations for excavation and restoration of Vaishya Tekri after an almost 90-year gap. About Vaishya Tekri Mound Location: It is a massive Mauryan-period Buddhist stupa mound in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. Naming: It is believed to be named after Devi, Ashoka’s wife, who belonged to the Vaishya or merchant community. Historical… Continue reading Vaishya Tekri Mound
SraVaani
News: IISc researchers, with ARTPARK and Google, have released SraVaani, a multilingual speech recognition model for Indian languages. About SraVaani SraVaani is a multilingual Indian speech recognition model designed to support regional and non-scheduled Indian languages. Developed by: It was developed by researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc)’s SPIRE Lab, in collaboration with ARTPARK.… Continue reading SraVaani
Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026)
News: The Indian Army contingent departed for Thailand to participate in the 15th edition of the India-Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026). About Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026) It is a military exercise between India and Thailand. Started in: Exercise MAITREE was instituted in 2006. Aim: The aim of Exercise MAITREE is to foster Military Cooperation between India and Thailand. 2026… Continue reading Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026)
Royal Indian Navy Mutiny of 1946
News: Over eight decades ago, on February 18, 1946, more than 1,000 Royal Indian Navy sailors in Bombay revolted against British rule. The uprising quickly spread to other naval bases across British India and became known as the Royal Indian Navy Mutiny. About Royal Indian Navy Mutiny of 1946 Background The Royal Indian Navy (RIN)… Continue reading Royal Indian Navy Mutiny of 1946
Madan Lal Dhingra
News: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tributes to Madan Lal Dhingra on his martyrdom day, highlighting his courage, patriotism and sacrifice. About Madan Lal Dhingra Madan Lal Dhingra was an Indian revolutionary freedom fighter who made India’s freedom his highest goal. Early Life: He was born in 1883 in Amritsar in an affluent family. Education:… Continue reading Madan Lal Dhingra
Friedreich’s Ataxia (FRDA)
News: A new study from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center explained the historical origin and population pattern of Friedreich’s ataxia. About Friedreich’s Ataxia (FRDA) Friedreich’s ataxia (FRDA) is a genetic disorder that progressively damages the nerves and heart. Caused by: It is caused by a mutation in the Frataxin (FXN) gene, which reduces the… Continue reading Friedreich’s Ataxia (FRDA)
Legislative Privileges
News: The Supreme Court’s seven-judge Constitution Bench will hear and clarify whether legislative privileges can override citizens’ right to free speech. About Legislative Privileges Parliamentary privilege refers to rights and immunities enjoyed by Parliament as an institution and MPs in their individual capacity, without which they cannot discharge their functions as entrusted to them by… Continue reading Legislative Privileges
Electronics Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) Scheme
News: The Electronics Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) scheme has strengthened India’s Export-Oriented Electronics Manufacturing Ecosystem. About Electronics Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) Scheme About: The EHTP Scheme is a 100% export-oriented scheme. Aim: It is to promote exports of electronic hardware from India and STPI has been providing Statutory Services on a single-window Clearance System under… Continue reading Electronics Hardware Technology Parks (EHTP) Scheme
