Hoverflies

News: Concern is growing over declining pollinator populations worldwide, bringing attention to the ecological importance of non-bee pollinators such as hoverflies. About Hoverflies Hoverflies are a diverse group and not a single insect type. They belong to the Syrphidae family of Diptera, which includes more than 6,000 species across 377 genera worldwide. Different hoverfly species… Continue reading Hoverflies

Euratom

News: The European Union (EU) and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy under the India–Euratom agreement. About Euratom The European Atomic Energy Community (EAEC or EURATOM) is an international organisation created by Treaty of Rome signed on 25 March 1957. Entered into force: 1st January 1958 Objective:… Continue reading Euratom

Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder

News: The Government of India approved the Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder under PMMSY with full central financial assistance. About Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder It is a modern harbour project planned to improve fisheries infrastructure using technology and sustainable practices. Location: It is located at Mayabunder in the Andaman and… Continue reading Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder

Gita Mittal Committee

News: The Supreme Court extended the tenure of the all-women Gita Mittal Committee monitoring rehabilitation work in violence-affected Manipur by six months. About Gita Mittal Committee The Gita Mittal Committee is an all-women committee of three former High Court judges formed to support rehabilitation in Manipur. Appointed by: The committee was appointed by the Supreme… Continue reading Gita Mittal Committee

Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark

News: Conservationists have launched Thailand’s first rewilding project by releasing a young Indo-Pacific leopard shark into Maiton Island. About Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark Indo-Pacific leopard sharks are slow-swimming reef sharks. Scientific name: Stegostoma tigrinum Habitat: They live in coastal waters and can be found from the intertidal zone to depths of about 62 metres. They prefer… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark

Madras Hedgehog

News: For the first time, the Tamil Nadu forest department has begun a study on Madras Hedgehog at the Theri forests. About Madras Hedgehog The Madras hedgehog is a small-sized insectivorous mammal. It is also called the bare-bellied hedgehog or South Indian hedgehog. Scientific name: Paraechinus nudiventrus Habitat: It lives in arid and semi-arid habitats… Continue reading Madras Hedgehog

Rojava Region

News: Renewed fighting between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces threatens the autonomy of the Rojava region in northeastern Syria. About Rojava Region Rojava region (meaning “West” in Kurdish) refers to a de facto Kurdish autonomous region in northern and northeastern Syria. The region lies along the Euphrates basin and includes major… Continue reading Rojava Region

TomTom Traffic Index 2025

News: As per TomTom Traffic Index 2025, Bengaluru was the second most congested city in the world in 2025. About TomTom Traffic Index 2025 TomTom Traffic Index is an annual analysis of global traffic trends and commuting behavior. Released by: TomTom, an Amsterdam- based company that offers traffic solutions Benchmark: The Index measures congestion levels, average… Continue reading TomTom Traffic Index 2025

PESA Rankings of States for Year 2024-25

News: The PESA Rankings for 2024-25 were released, showing Maharashtra first, Madhya Pradesh second and Himachal Pradesh third among PESA States. About PESA Rankings of States for Year 2024-25 The PESA Rankings of the States for 2024-25 assess how well States have implemented the PESA Act in the Fifth Schedule Areas. Released by: It is… Continue reading PESA Rankings of States for Year 2024-25

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