News: The Andhra Pradesh tourism department had closed Bhavani Island due to repeated floods at the Prakasam Barrage on the Krishna River. About Bhavani Island Location: Bhavani Island is situated in the midst of the Krishna River, at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. It is located at the upstream of Prakasam Barrage. It is considered as one… Continue reading Bhavani Island
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Exercise “Trishul”
News: Exercise Trishul (TSE-2025) begins as a large tri-services drill led by the Navy across Rajasthan–Gujarat and the northern Arabian Sea. About Exercise “Trishul” Exercise Trishul is a major tri-services exercise to test and demonstrate joint capabilities across land, air, sea, cyber, and space. Aim: The exercise aims to validate joint operational procedures, enhance interoperability,… Continue reading Exercise “Trishul”
Rowmari–Donduwa Wetland Complex
News: Conservationists in Assam are pushing Ramsar recognition for the Rowmari–Donduwa wetlands after very high waterbird counts. About Rowmari–Donduwa Wetland Complex It is an interconnected floodplain–marsh system comprising Rowmari Beel and Donduwa Beel. Location: It is located in the Nagaon district of Assam. Size: It cover about 2.5–3 sq. km. As a connectivity corridor: It… Continue reading Rowmari–Donduwa Wetland Complex
GSAT-7R (CMS-03)
News: ISRO launched the Indian Navy’s GSAT-7R (CMS-03) from Sriharikota using LVM3, successfully inserting it into geosynchronous transfer orbit. About GSAT-7R (CMS-03) GSAT-7R is an indigenously designed advanced communication satellite for the Indian Navy. Developed by: It is developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Operate by: It is operated by the Indian Navy.… Continue reading GSAT-7R (CMS-03)
UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)
News: Prime Minister has congratulated Lucknow after UNESCO has named it a Creative City of Gastronomy, recognising its famous and diverse food heritage. About UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) The UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) is a project of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Launch and Objective: It was launched in… Continue reading UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN)
Muthuramalinga Thevar
News: Vice President of India paid respects to Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar at his memorial on his 118th birth anniversary and 63rd Guru Pooja at Pasumpon village in Ramanathapuram district. About Muthuramalinga Thevar Birth: He was born on 30 October 1908 in Pasumpon village, Ramnad district, Tamil Nadu. Political career and associations He was initially associated… Continue reading Muthuramalinga Thevar
Bordetella Holmesii
News: The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh reported a sharp rise of pertussis-like infections by Bordetella holmesii in north India, based on 2019–2023 surveillance. About Bordetella Holmesii Bordetella holmesii is a Gram-negative coccobacillus, strictly aerobic and slow-growing organism. First identified: It was first identified as a distinct species in 1995. Diseases… Continue reading Bordetella Holmesii
Global Virus Network (GVN)
News: The Global Virus Network expanded by adding three Centers of Excellence in the Americas. About Global Virus Network (GVN) It is a coalition of leading virologists worldwide that advances understanding of how viruses cause disease and develops drugs and vaccines to prevent illness and death. No single institution has expertise in all viral areas.… Continue reading Global Virus Network (GVN)
Marine Fisheries Census 2025
News: Marine Fisheries Census 2025 advances with digital geo referenced supervision and web dashboards after workshops and a national meet at CMFRI Kochi. About Marine Fisheries Census 2025 It is the 5th edition of India’s national marine fisheries census. Ministry involved: Ministry ofFisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Funded by: It is fully funded by the… Continue reading Marine Fisheries Census 2025
Tiangong (“Heavenly Palace”) Space Station
News– China launched its Shenzhou-21 mission, carrying a new crew—including its youngest astronaut—to the Tiangong (“Heavenly Palace”) Space Station aboard a Long March-2F rocket from the Jiuquan Launch Centre. About the Shenzhou-21 Mission Mission Duration: The crew will stay in orbit for six months, taking over operations from the Shenzhou-20 team. Scientific Objective: Notably, this… Continue reading Tiangong (“Heavenly Palace”) Space Station
