Source: The post “US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas” has been created based on “US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas” published in “Business Standard” on 9 October 2026. US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers… Continue reading US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas
Stubble Burning – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise
Stubble burning has emerged as a major environmental and public health concern in North India, particularly during the post-harvest season. Driven by time constraints, technological limitations and economic compulsions, the practice contributes to seasonal air pollution, highlighting the need for sustainable crop residue management. Table of Content What is stubble burning? What are the major… Continue reading Stubble Burning – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise
PRASHAST Platform
News: Over 60,000 schools participated in a nationwide screening of an orientation module on inclusive education through the PRASHAST portal. About PRASHAST Platform PRASHAST stands for Pre-Assessment Holistic Screening Tool. It is a government initiative that helps identify, support, and track children with special educational needs, from early screening to inclusive education. Origin: It was… Continue reading PRASHAST Platform
Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula)
News: Changes in the breeding sites of the Slaty Egret in Botswana’s Okavango Delta have highlighted its role in monitoring ecosystem changes. About Slaty Egret The Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula) is a small, shy waterbird. Family: It belongs to the heron family. Habitat: It inhabits river floodplains, marshes and temporary shallow wetlands with short, emergent… Continue reading Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula)
Nameri Tiger Reserve and Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Framework
News: Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam has received CA|TS Approved status after meeting the required standards for tiger conservation and protected area management. About Nameri Tiger Reserve Location: The Nameri Tiger Reserve is located in the northern part of Sonitpur district, Assam. Borders: It shares its northern boundary with Pakke Tiger Reserve and Doimara Reserve… Continue reading Nameri Tiger Reserve and Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Framework
Living Planet Report 2026
News: The Living Planet Index 2026 was been published recently by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). About Living Planet Report 2026 Living Planet Report is a measure of the state of the world’s biological diversity based on population trends of vertebrate species from terrestrial, freshwater and marine habitats. Released by: It is released… Continue reading Living Planet Report 2026
SAREX-2026
News: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth inaugurated the Multinational Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) . About SAREX-2026 Multinational Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) is a multi-agency exercise to test operational preparedness, joint response mechanisms and international interoperability. It promotes exchange of best practices, with preservation of life at sea as the paramount objective. Location:… Continue reading SAREX-2026
2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
News: Recently, Canadian poet and writer Anne Carson won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature. About 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature Canadian Poet Anne Carson is awarded the Nobel Prize In Literature 2026. She has been awarded for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms… Continue reading 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
Pub Ad Optional Daily Brief – 9 – October – 2026
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[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 9 October 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 9th October 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 9 October 2026 I Mains Marathon
