Category: Places in News

Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary

News:  Scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) have identified a new species of flowering plant in Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary. About Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is situated in Warangal district of Telangana. It was declared a sanctuary in 1952.  Area: Approximately 839 square kilometres It is home to Pakhal Lake, which was constructed… Continue reading Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary

Key Facts about Tanzania

News: India and Tanzania held the fourth meeting of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) in Zanzibar from February 2 to 3 to further strengthen bilateral ties. Key Facts about Tanzania Location: It is located in East Africa.  Bordering Nations: It is bordered by seven countries: the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Uganda,… Continue reading Key Facts about Tanzania

Al-Jawf Region

News: Al-Jawf region in Saudi Arabia witnessed unusual heavy snowfall and rainfall, covering parts of its desert landscape in white. About Al-Jawf Region Al-Jawf Region is a province in northern Saudi Arabia and is among the earliest inhabited regions of the Arabian Peninsula. Location: Al-Jawf is located in the northern part of Saudi Arabia. Borders:… Continue reading Al-Jawf Region

Key Facts about Latvia

News: In Baltic nation of Latvia, the Latvian Environment and Meteorology Centre has reported that country recorded a temperature of -32 degrees Celsius recently. Key Facts about Latvia Location: Latvia is a country in the Baltic region of northern Europe.  Boundaries: It is one of the three Baltic states, along with Estonia to the north… Continue reading Key Facts about Latvia

News Ramsar Sites – Patna Bird Sanctuary In Uttar Pradesh And Chhari-Dhand In Gujarat

News: Recently, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced the addition of two new wetlands to India’s Ramsar network. About Patna Bird Sanctuary Location: It is the smallest bird sanctuary located in Etah district of Uttar Pradesh. Founded in: 1991 Size: It is the smallest bird sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh, with a wetland area… Continue reading News Ramsar Sites – Patna Bird Sanctuary In Uttar Pradesh And Chhari-Dhand In Gujarat

Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder

News: The Government of India approved the Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder under PMMSY with full central financial assistance. About Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder It is a modern harbour project planned to improve fisheries infrastructure using technology and sustainable practices. Location: It is located at Mayabunder in the Andaman and… Continue reading Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder

Rojava Region

News: Renewed fighting between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces threatens the autonomy of the Rojava region in northeastern Syria. About Rojava Region Rojava region (meaning “West” in Kurdish) refers to a de facto Kurdish autonomous region in northern and northeastern Syria. The region lies along the Euphrates basin and includes major… Continue reading Rojava Region

Operation Sahyadri Checkmate

News: Operation Sahyadri Checkmate was launched recently by Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). About Operation Sahyadri Checkmate “Operation Sahyadri Checkmate” was anti-narcotics operation. Aim: It dismantled a clandestine mobile mephedrone manufacturing laboratory in the remote hinterland of the Sahyadri ranges. Launched by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) What was recovered: Around 21.9 kilograms of mephedrone… Continue reading Operation Sahyadri Checkmate

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