News– A Rs. 188.25 crore five-year rejuvenation plan, inspired by Namami Gange, has been proposed by the Alappuzha District Administration to restore the shrinking Vembanad lake. About Vembanad Lake Description: It is the longest lake in India and the largest in the state of Kerala, stretching approximately 96.5 km in length and covering an area of… Continue reading Vembanad Lake
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Key Facts about Crimea
News- Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested formally recognizing Crimea as part of Russia, potentially overturning America’s long-standing stance against the annexation. Crimea. About Crimea Location– Crimea is an autonomous republic located in southern Ukraine. Maritime Borders– It is bordered by the Black Sea to the west and south and the Sea of Azov to… Continue reading Key Facts about Crimea
Key Facts about Saudi Arabia
News- Recently, the Indian Prime Minister visited Saudi Arabia and co-chaired the second meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council (SPC). Key Facts about Saudi Arabia. About Saudi Arabia It is a country in West Asia, located at the centre of the Middle East. It is the largest country on the Arabian Peninsula, covering… Continue reading Key Facts about Saudi Arabia
Key Facts about Vatican City
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. Vatican City. 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… Continue reading Key Facts about Vatican City
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
