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
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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
Vembanad Lake
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
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
