Knolls Archive of Day 22nd of March 2025
Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary
News– The rare sighting of the Indian Long-Billed Vulture at Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary highlights the effectiveness of protected area-based conservation efforts. Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary. About Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary Location: Ramadevara Betta Hill Range, Ramanagara, Karnataka. Significance: India’s first and only vulture sanctuary, established in 2012. Declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) in 2017… Continue reading Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary
International Olympic Committee (IOC)
News– Kirsty Coventry Becomes First Woman and African President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). About International Olympic Committee (IOC) It was established in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin to revive the ancient Greek Olympics. Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland. Mission: “Building a Better World through Sport.” Roles & Responsibilities: Governs the Summer, Winter, and Youth Olympics.… Continue reading International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Sillahalla Power Project
News– The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) recently canceled the public hearing for the Silahalla Power Project in the Nilgiris due to strong public opposition and environmental concerns. Sillahalla Power Project. About Sillahalla Power Project Type: Pumped storage hydroelectric project by Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited (TANGEDCO). Location: Kundah Taluk, Nilgiris district,… Continue reading Sillahalla Power Project
Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000
News– Elon Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) has challenged the government’s use of Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) to moderate and order the removal of content on social media. Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000. About Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000 It is India’s primary legislation governing cyber activities, electronic transactions, and… Continue reading Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000
