News: Norwegian authorities seized the Russian cruise ship Professor Molchanov in Barentsburg to enforce Naftogaz’s $4.22 billion compensation award. About Svalbard Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, between the North Pole and northern Norway. Boundaries: It is bounded by Arctic Ocean, Greenland Sea and Norwegian Sea. Discovery: The Dutch explorer Willem Barentsz… Continue reading Svalbard and Barentsburg
Category: Places in News
Sinai Peninsula
News: At least 22 people were killed and 28 injured in a passenger bus crash in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula on September 2, 2026. About Sinai Peninsula Location: Sinai Peninsula is a triangle-shaped peninsula in northeastern Egypt that connects Asia and Africa. Boundaries: It is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea in the north, Israel and the Gaza… Continue reading Sinai Peninsula
Larak Island
News: The US struck Larak Island on August 30 after observing Iranian forces preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the Strait of Hormuz. About Larak Island Larak Island is a small island near the Strait of Hormuz with major strategic importance due to its location. Location: It is approximately 45 km southeast of… Continue reading Larak Island
Lake Ontario
News: U.S.A President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America”. About Lake Ontario Location: Lake Ontario is located in North America. It is bounded by Ontario (Canada) to the north and New York (U.S.A) to the south. It situated on the US-Canada border. It is smallest and most… Continue reading Lake Ontario
Kalagarh Tiger Reserve
News: Leopards are commonly found in Kalagarh Tiger Reserve and Amangarh Tiger Reserve, but now they are seen beyond traditional forest boundaries increasing chance of human animal conflict. About Kalagarh Tiger Reserve Location: It is situated in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. Formation: In 1974, when Project Tiger was launched in India, the Northern part… Continue reading Kalagarh Tiger Reserve
Key Facts About Kyrgyzstan
News: India’s Prime Minister is visiting Kyrgyzstan to participate in the 26th SCO Summit and attend the 6th World Nomad Games. Key Facts About Kyrgyzstan Location: Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked mountainous country in Central Asia. Boundaries: It shares borders with Kazakhstan in the north, Uzbekistan in the west, Tajikistan in the south, and China in… Continue reading Key Facts About Kyrgyzstan
Key Facts About Kuwait
News: The inaugural meeting of the India-Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC) was held in New Delhi. Key Facts About Kuwait Location: Kuwait is a country in Western Asia. It is situated in the northern edge of Eastern Arabia at the tip of the Persian Gulf. Boundaries: It shares borders with Iraq, the Persian Gulf and… Continue reading Key Facts About Kuwait
Key Facts About Palau
News: Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita will visit Vietnam, Lao PDR and Palau. Key Facts About Palau Location: It is located in the western Pacific Ocean. Boundaries: It shares maritime borders with the Federated States of Micronesia, Indonesia, Philippines and with the international waters. It has about 340 coral and volcanic islands… Continue reading Key Facts About Palau
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
News: A monsoon bird survey recorded 124 bird species at Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary, including several Western Ghats endemic and rare species. About Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Western Ghats of Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. It an integral part of the UNESCO-designated Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve, which also… Continue reading Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
Crete Island
News: Greek media has reported that more than 300 migrants have been rescued off Crete coast in last few days. About Crete Island Location: Crete island is located in the southern part of the Aegean Sea (a part of the Mediterranean Sea) and is a part of Greece. It is the largest island in Greece… Continue reading Crete Island
