News: Two cheetahs, Vyom and Neera, were released in the reserve on October 7, 2026, expanding the cheetah conservation project in Madhya Pradesh. About Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve The Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve is the largest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh. It is spread across Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts of Madhya Pradesh. It covers parts… Continue reading Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve
Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)
News: Geopolitical disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea have highlighted India’s need for safer and diversified energy routes like Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC). About Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) The Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) is also called the Chennai-Vladivostok Sea Route. It connects South India with Russia’s Far East. Origin: It was launched… Continue reading Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)
Zn-air Batteries and TTT-DHTD Material
News: Scientists have developed TTT-DHTD, a metal-free material that performs nearly as well as platinum in zinc-air batteries. About Zinc-air (Zn-air) Batteries A zinc-air battery is a metal-air electrochemical cell that generates electricity by oxidizing zinc using oxygen from the surrounding air. Anode (Zinc): A porous mass of zinc particles saturated with an alkaline electrolyte… Continue reading Zn-air Batteries and TTT-DHTD Material
2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
News: The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai for discoveries explaining how homochirality can emerge spontaneously. About 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Winners: Henri B. Kagan from France, and Kenso Soai from Japan. Awarded for: The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry is awarded for discoveries of non-linear… Continue reading 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Sasol Solar Challenge 2026
News: Team AgniRath from IIT Madras has secured 3rd Place overall at the prestigious Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 in South Africa. About Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 is a South Africa’s competition that brings together local and international teams to design, build and race solar-powered vehicles. It tests their technology, manufacturing and… Continue reading Sasol Solar Challenge 2026
Additive Manufacturing (AM) and National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing (NSAM)
News: India has strengthened its Additive Manufacturing (AM) ecosystem under National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing. About Additive Manufacturing (AM) Additive Manufacturing(AM) is defined as the technology that constructs a three-dimensional object from a digital 3D model or a CAD model by adding material layer by layer. It is commonly known as 3D printing. It brings… Continue reading Additive Manufacturing (AM) and National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing (NSAM)
Key Facts about Ghana
News: Ghana’s Cabinet has recently approved a decision to seek membership of BRICS and the country will now formally apply to join the grouping. Key Facts about Ghana Ghana is a country of western Africa. It is situated on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. Borders: It is bordered to… Continue reading Key Facts about Ghana
Herugavialis Cairensis
News: Scientists have identified Herugavialis Cairensis, a new species of extinct crocodilian from fossils discovered in Egypt. About Herugavialis Cairensis Herugavialis Cairensis is a newly discovered extinct crocodile species that lived millions of years before in Egypt. It has been named after the Egyptian god Heru or Horus. It belongs to a group of long-snouted… Continue reading Herugavialis Cairensis
Dhokra Craft
News: The ancient metal-casting tradition of Dhokra Craft takes centre stage in Prime Minister’s collection of 16 mementos from Chhattisgarh. About Dhokra Craft Aspects Details Description The word “Dhokra” is believed to be derived from the Dhokra Damar tribes, the traditional metal smiths of Central India. It is believed to be 4000 years old craft.… Continue reading Dhokra Craft
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