News: Recently, a massive portion of the Birch Glacier broke off, causing extensive destruction to an Alpine village in Switzerland. About Birch Glacier Birch Glacier is situated in the Lotschental Valley in northern Switzerland. The glacier lies within the Alpine region, known for its extensive glacial coverage. The collapse of Birch Glacier led to the… Continue reading Birch Glacier
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Mt. Khangchendzonga
News: Sikkim Chief Minister has urged the Centre to ensure that Mt. Khangchendzonga, the world’s third-highest peak, regarded as sacred by the people of the State, is made out of bounds for mountaineers. About Mt. Khangchendzonga It lies in the eastern Himalayas, straddling the India–Nepal border, located between Sikkim (India) and Taplejung District (Nepal). Kangchenjunga… Continue reading Mt. Khangchendzonga
Zangezur Corridor
News: The Zangezur Corridor is in focus after Armenia’s Security Council Secretary visited New Delhi and held talks with India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval. Zangezur Corridor About Zangezur Corridor The Zangezur Corridor is a planned transport route that connects Azerbaijan to its Nakhchivan region by passing through the southern part of Armenia. It will… Continue reading Zangezur Corridor
Chagos Archipelago
News: India Welcomes UK’s Decision To Hand Over Chagos Islands To Mauritius. Chagos Archipelago About Chagos Archipelago Location: It is an island group located in the central Indian Ocean, about 1,600 km south of India’s southern tip. Key Islands: Includes atolls like Diego Garcia, Peros Banhos, Solomon Islands and Danger Island. Climate: Tropical marine climate,… Continue reading Chagos Archipelago
New Caledonia
News: A crucial mediation effort by French Overseas Minister Manuel Valls to establish a new political agreement for New Caledonia failed on May 8, throwing the French Pacific territory into deep political uncertainty. New Caledonia. About New Caledonia New Caledonia is a French unique collectivity situated in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, approximately 900 miles (1,500… Continue reading New Caledonia
Parasnath Hill
News: The Jharkhand High Court has recently directed the state government to increase deployment of home guard constables around the Parasnath Hills (Giridih district) to prevent the sale of non-vegetarian food and ensure the preservation of the sanctity of the area, amid renewed tension between the Jain and Adivasi communities. Parasnath Hill About Parasnath Hill… Continue reading Parasnath Hill
Key Facts about Colombia
News: On May 14, 2025, Colombia officially joined China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The agreement was signed during a major regional leaders’ gathering in Beijing. Colombia About Colombia Location: It is situated in the northwestern part of South America, serving as a bridge between South and Central America. Borders: Land: Venezuela and Brazil to… Continue reading Key Facts about Colombia
Persian Gulf
News– The US President Donald Trump plans to officially rename the ‘Persian Gulf’ as the ‘Arabian Gulf’ during a visit to Saudi Arabia, aligning with the preferences of Arab Gulf nations. Persian Gulf. About Persian Gulf Location– The Persian Gulf is a shallow marginal sea of the Indian Ocean, located in Western Asia, and bordered… Continue reading Persian Gulf
Key facts about Angola
News- President Droupadi Murmu recently welcomed Angolan President João Lourenço to Rashtrapati Bhavan during his inaugural State visit to India. Key Facts about Angola Location: Angola is a country situated on the west coast of Southern Africa. Capital: Luanda Borders: It is bordered by Namibia to the south, the Democratic Republic of the Congo to… Continue reading Key facts about Angola
Key Facts about Egypt
News– India and Egypt have decided to strengthen their cooperation against all forms of terrorism. The agreement was reached at the 4th Counter-Terrorism Joint Working Group meeting in Cairo. About Egypt Capital: Cairo- The capital and largest city in Egypt. Geographical location- Egypt is located in northeastern Africa. It also extends into southwest Asia through… Continue reading Key Facts about Egypt
