News: A The United Nations released the Global Forest Goals Report 2026 during the 21st session of the UN Forum on Forests. About Global Forest Goals Report 2026 It is a UN assessment report on progress under the UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017-2030. Released by: The report was released by the United Nations Department… Continue reading Global Forest Goals Report 2026
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Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
News: The Endocrine Society has renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) through a global medical consensus. About Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) PMOS is a hormonal and metabolic disorder that affects endocrine functions, metabolism, ovulation and overall women’s health. Key Aspects of PMOS: Hormonal and Metabolic Disorder: PMOS affects multiple… Continue reading Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
Lavan Island
News: The United Arab Emirates secretly carried out military strikes on Lavan Island of Iran during the recent Middle East conflict. About Lavan Island Location: It is an Iranian island in the Persian Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz. It is strategically located 18 km south of Bandar Mogham (Hormozgan Province) in the Persian Gulf.… Continue reading Lavan Island
Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved a Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects. About Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects It is a scheme to promote coal and lignite gasification projects. It is a major step towards cleaner coal utilisation, energy security and… Continue reading Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects
Leatherback Sea Turtle
News: Allegations of Forest Rights Act violations have been raised regarding the notification of wildlife sanctuaries in Little Nicobar, Menchal, and Meroe islands ahead of the Calcutta High Court hearing on the ₹92,000-crore Great Nicobar project, which is expected to impact ecologically sensitive species such as the leatherback turtle and the Nicobar megapode. About Leatherback… Continue reading Leatherback Sea Turtle
Grand Slam
News: Italy’s recent dominance in tennis has revived demands to recognise the Italian Open as a fifth Grand Slam tournament. About Grand Slam Introduction Grand Slam in tennis refers to winning all four major championships — Australia, France, Britain (Wimbledon) and the United States — in the same calendar season. Modern Meaning of Grand Slam:… Continue reading Grand Slam
National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026
News: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards for the year 2026 to the nursing personnel, on the occasion of International Nurses Day, at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. About National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026 About The Florence Nightingale Awards are India’s most prestigious recognition for exceptional nurses… Continue reading National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026
Forum of Regulators (FOR)
News: The Forum of Regulators (FOR) conducted its 100th meeting at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, completing its 21-year journey. About Forum of Regulators (FOR) Introduction Forum of Regulators (FOR) is a statutory platform that coordinates and improves regulatory practices in the power sector. Establishment: It was constituted in 2005 as per the Electricity Act, 2003. Aim:… Continue reading Forum of Regulators (FOR)
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The forest department has started a scientific wildlife census in Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary to study wildlife population and movement patterns. About Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary Location Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Central Himalayan region in the Almora district of the Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. Specifications Area: The sanctuary spreads across about 47.59 sq… Continue reading Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP)
News: The Government of India, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) launched a new eight-year Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP). About Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP) About It is an initiative to empower rural communities, scaling proven development models, and strengthening grassroots institutions. Launched by: It has been launched by the… Continue reading Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP)
