News: A recent crude oil spill from the tanker Caroline Bezengi poses a serious threat to the pristine nature reserve surrounding Oman’s Hallaniyat Islands. About Hallaniyat Islands Location: The islands of al Hallaniyyat are located in the north east of Dhofar (South of Oman). Administrative control: It is administratively under Wilayat Shalim and al Hallaniyyat… Continue reading Hallaniyat Islands
Key facts about Liberia
News: Union Women and Child Development Minister met a parliamentary delegation from Liberia and discussed India’s initiatives on women-led development, political representation and gender-responsive governance. Key facts about Liberia Location: Liberia is a country in West Africa. Bordering countries: It is bordered by three countries – Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Ivory Coast Bordering ocean: The… Continue reading Key facts about Liberia
Tribunals in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Recently, Parliament passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, providing for an independent National Tribunals Commission (NTC) to oversee the appointments, administration and functioning of 16 major tribunals. This article examines the constitutional framework, historical evolution, significance, challenges for tribunals in India. Table of Content What are Tribunals, and what are their key characteristics? What… Continue reading Tribunals in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Himalayan Pheasants
News: Himalayan pheasants are poorly studied and face threats such as habitat loss, hunting, grazing, and nesting disturbance, while only about 200–300 western tragopans remain in Jammu and Kashmir. About Himalayan Pheasants The Common pheasant is a colorful bird renowned for the striking plumage of the male. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Phasianus colchicus. … Continue reading Himalayan Pheasants
[Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 1st week
Dear Friends, We are posting a compilation of Factly articles for the month of August 2026 – First week. We have made several improvements in our compilations structure, to make them more user-friendly and easy to use. Give your feedback on the same and provide suggestions in the comment box, if you want any further… Continue reading [Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 1st week
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12th August 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 12 August 2026
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 12 August 2026
UPSC Prelims Marathon 12 August – Chalcolithic, Megalithic, Bronze, and Iron Ages – 2026
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjectwise MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 12 August Chalcolithic, Megalithic, Bronze, and Iron Ages For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here,… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 12 August – Chalcolithic, Megalithic, Bronze, and Iron Ages – 2026
Pub Ad Optional Daily Brief – 12 – August – 2026
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