News: Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and sovereign of the Vatican City State, will be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Key Facts about Vatican City It is the smallest sovereign country in the world, covering about 44 hectares (110 acres). It is landlocked within Rome, Italy, and became independent from… Continue reading Key Facts about Vatican City
Category: Places in News
Scarborough Shoal
News- China has accused the Philippines of an intrusion into the disputed waters of Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea (SCS). About Scarborough Shoal It is the largest atoll in the South China Sea, situated about 220 km west of the Philippines. While it lies within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the Philippines,… Continue reading Scarborough Shoal
Silkyara tunnel
News- Uttarakhand’s longest tunnel, Silkyara has achieved a major breakthrough recently. About the Silkyara Tunnel Location: It is situated on the Yamunotri National Highway in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. Length: The tunnel spans a total length of 4.5 km and is designed to connect Silkyara with Dandalgaon in the same district. Project: It is a key… Continue reading Silkyara tunnel
Tuti Island
News- After two years of brutal civil war, Sudan’s Tuti Island has been retaken by the national army, but it remains ravaged and largely abandoned. Tuti Island About Tuti Island Location– It is located at the confluence of the Blue and White Niles in Khartoum, Sudan. Bordering urban centres– It is surrounded by the “Three… Continue reading Tuti Island
Morag Axis
News: Israel seizes key Gaza corridor ‘Morag Axis’ as pressure mounts for ceasefire talks with Hamas. Morag Axis. About Morag Axis This area consists mainly of agricultural land located between Khan Younis and Rafah, stretching from east to west across the Gaza Strip. The name “Morag” refers to an illegal Israeli settlement that was established… Continue reading Morag Axis
Thangjing Hill
News: A Meitei organisation has slammed Kuki civil society groups for warning the Meitei community against embarking on their annual pilgrimage to the Thangjing Hill. About Thangjing Hill Geography: It is located somewhere in the middle of buffer zone created between Churachandpur and Bishnupur districts in Manipur. The north–south-running mountain range on which it sits… Continue reading Thangjing Hill
Ramgarh Lake
News: The Ramgarh Dam near Jaipur, which once served as a crucial source of water for the Rajasthan capital, is currently undergoing a survey to identify and remove encroachments and obstructions in its catchment area. Ramgarh Lake. About Ramgarh Lake It is a man-made water body located near Jamwa Ramgarh, approximately 30 kilometers from Jaipur… Continue reading Ramgarh Lake
Key Facts about Slovakia
News: Slovakia intends to upgrade defence ties with India as Indian President is scheduled to visit the European country. Slovakia. About Slovakia Location: It is a landlocked country in central Europe. Bordering countries: It is bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the west, and the… Continue reading Key Facts about Slovakia
Mount Kanlaon
News: Mount Kanlaon, one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, recently erupted dramatically, spewing a massive ash plume 4,000 meters (2.5 miles) high into the sky. About Mount Kanlaon Mount Kanlaon is a stratovolcano located in the north-central part of Negros Island in the Philippines. It is one of the active volcanoes in… Continue reading Mount Kanlaon
North Sentinel Island
News: A U.S. national was recently arrested in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for allegedly trespassing into the restricted tribal reserve area of North Sentinel Island. About North Sentinel Island North Sentinel Island is part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal. It is in the northern part of the Indian… Continue reading North Sentinel Island
