UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction Climate action now depends on how well countries track what is happening on the ground. Monitoring, reporting and verification systems shape climate transparency, finance access, and trust. Yet most systems remain distant from people who face climate impacts daily. A people-led climate intelligence movement seeks to correct… Continue reading A people-led climate intelligence movement
INAS 335 (Ospreys)
News: The Indian Navy will commission its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, on 17 December 2025 at INS Hansa, Goa. About INAS 335 (Ospreys) INAS 335″ primarily refers to the Indian Naval Air Squadron 335, nicknamed the “Ospreys” which is the Indian Navy’s second squadron of MH-60R multi-role helicopters. Built by: The MH-60R helicopter… Continue reading INAS 335 (Ospreys)
Zambezi River
News: A new study suggests that the Zambezi River, Africa’s fourth-longest, is 11% longer than previously thought, with its most distant source lying in Angola, not Zambia. About Zambezi River The Zambezi River is the fourth-longest river in Africa (after Nile, Congo, Niger) and continent’s longest east-flowing stream. Origin: It starts off in a shallow… Continue reading Zambezi River
Pax Silica Initiative
News: The opposition parties recently criticized Prime Minister over India’s exclusion from the United States–led Pax Silica initiative, attributing it to a sharp deterioration in his relationship with U.S. President. About Pax Silica Initiative Pax Silica is a United States–led strategic initiative focused on building a secure, resilient, and innovation-driven silicon and artificial intelligence supply… Continue reading Pax Silica Initiative
Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary will become the third home for cheetahs in Madhya Pradesh. About Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. The entire sanctuary is situated on a plateau that forms part of the Upper Vindhyan Range. It was established in 1975. River basins: It lies… Continue reading Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
Ponduru Khadi
News: Srikakulam’s famed Ponduru Khadi has received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Government of India. About Ponduru Khadi Ponduru Khadi is a traditional handspun and handwoven cotton fabric produced in Ponduru village of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. The fabric is widely known for its fine texture, durability, and natural finish and was… Continue reading Ponduru Khadi
Dzukou Valley
News: A major fire on December 12, 2025, razed a large expanse of Khonoma-side Dzükou Valley in Nagaland. About Dzukou Valley Location: The Dzüko Valley is located in between Senapati district of Manipur and Kohima district of Nagaland in Northeast India. It lies behind the Japfu mountains at an altitude of about 2,438 m. Naming:… Continue reading Dzukou Valley
VB-G RAM G Bill – Provisions & Significance – Explained Pointwise
Download PDF Daily 7 PM Initiative for the day The Union government has moved a “new MGNREGA Bill” in Parliament to repeal and replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005, refers to as the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB–G RAM G). Table of Content… Continue reading VB-G RAM G Bill – Provisions & Significance – Explained Pointwise
Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay
News: The Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay have been added to Ramsar List, taking India’s total Ramsar sites to 96. About Siliserh Lake Siliserh Lake is a human-made lake and wetland that has now been recognised as India’s 96th Ramsar site. Location: It is located in Alwar district in the state of Rajasthan. It lies… Continue reading Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay
UP New Forest Policy
As per the Indian State of Forest Report 2023, Uttar Pradesh recorded the second-highest increase in green cover in India, with an addition of 559.19 sq km between 2021 and 2023, next only to Chhattisgarh, taking the total green cover to 9.96% of the state’s geographical area. Table of Content UP New Forest Policy 2017… Continue reading UP New Forest Policy
