News: Thousands of migrants who risked their lives to enter Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco turned back almost as quickly as they arrived. About Ceuta Location: Ceuta is a small autonomous Spanish city and exclave located on the northern coast of Africa, bordered directly by Morocco. It forms the European Union’s only… Continue reading Ceuta and Melilla
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Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY)
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the ‘Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY)’. About Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) It is a scheme for the development of Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FSPV) Projects with Energy Storage Systems (ESS). Aim: It aimed at accelerating floating solar power by providing… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY)
Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV) NIPUN
News: Recently, ‘Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV) NIPUN was delivered to the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam. About Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV) NIPUN ‘Nipun’ is the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV). Bult by: It was built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited was delivered to the Indian Navy in 2026. It draws her name from Sanskrit signifying ‘one who… Continue reading Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV) NIPUN
Alaknanda River
News: The Alaknanda River at Rudraprayag has crossed the warning level due to continuous rainfall, prompting authorities to issue a high alert. About Alaknanda River The Alaknanda is a Himalayan river of Uttarakhand and the major river of Northern India. Origin and course of river: It originates from the snouts of the Satopanth and Bhagirathi… Continue reading Alaknanda River
Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme)
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved ‘Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme). About Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme) Samudra Manthan is a comprehensive initiative to accelerate offshore oil and gas exploration and production across the entire exploration value chain. It adopts an integrated approach to accelerate… Continue reading Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme)
Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel
News: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) launched the indigenously developed Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel in New Delhi, jointly developed by the Indian Army and Oil Marketing Companies. About Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel It is a specialized fuel that will enhance the mobility, safety and operational availability of combat and logistics vehicles in… Continue reading Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel
Bhavani River
News: Large stretches of the Bhavani River near Kooduthurai have been overrun by water hyacinth, raising concerns over irrigation and the river’s ecosystem. About Bhavani River It is the second largest and perennial river in Tamil Nadu. Origin of river: It originates from Nilgiri hills of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu. Course of the… Continue reading Bhavani River
Shaheed Udham Singh
News: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to the great revolutionary martyr Udham Singh on his Balidan Diwas. About Shaheed Udham Singh Shaheed Udham Singh played a significant role in the history of the Indian freedom movement. He is also known by various other names such as Sher Singh, Ude Singh, Ram… Continue reading Shaheed Udham Singh
India’s First Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Insurance Product
News: The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has launched India’s first sovereign-backed Protection and Indemnity insurance product under Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP). About India’s First Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Insurance Product India’s first sovereign-backed Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance product has been launched to provide domestic P&I cover for Indian ships and vessels connected… Continue reading India’s First Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Insurance Product
Environmental Performance Index
News: India’s position in Yale University’s Global Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2026 has been labeled by experts as a stark warning that demands immediate attention. About Environmental Performance Index It is a data-driven global benchmark which provides a comprehensive assessment of sustainability worldwide. Developed by: It is developed by the Yale Center for Environmental Law… Continue reading Environmental Performance Index
