News: With Iran threatening the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are accelerating efforts to reduce dependence on this chokepoint by expanding alternative infrastructure. About Trans-Arabian Pipeline Trans-Arabian Pipeline is a crude oil pipeline located in southwestern Asia. It is also called the Tapline. Operational from: It became operational in… Continue reading Trans-Arabian Pipeline
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Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III
News: The Union Cabinet approved continuation of PMGSY-III beyond March 2025 till March 2028 with revised outlay and extended timelines. About Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III It is the third phase of rural road development focusing on consolidation and upgradation of existing routes under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). Launched In: PMGSY was… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III
Vishwa Sutra Initiative
News: Ministry of Textiles launched “Vishwa Sutra – Weaves of India for the World” to promote Indian handlooms globally through contemporary design framework. About Vishwa Sutra Initiative It is an initiative to present Indian handlooms in a contemporary global design framework. Launched by: It has been launched by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms)… Continue reading Vishwa Sutra Initiative
Black Panthers
News: A female black panther will be released at Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Visakhapatnam, ending a 40-year gap in display. About Black Panthers A black panther is not a distinct species or breed, but rather a melanistic (black-furred) color variant of big cats, most commonly leopards (Panthera pardus) or jaguars (Panthera onca). They have black… Continue reading Black Panthers
DSC A 23
News: DSC A 23, the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project, was launched at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). About DSC A 23 DSC A 23 is the fourth ship of the five Diving Support Craft (DSC) project. Launched on: It was launched on 19 Apr 2026 at Titagarh, Kolkata (WB). Constructed by:… Continue reading DSC A 23
Apis Mellifera
News: Recently, a new set of protocols and scientific interventions has been developed in honey bee farming in Jammu and Kashmir, which allows beekeepers to rear colonies in sub-zero temperatures. About Apis Mellifera The western honeybee, also known as the European honeybee, is one of several species in the genus Apis. Scientific name: Its scientific… Continue reading Apis Mellifera
Sholayar Dam
News: An elderly woman was found dead and partially consumed, allegedly by a leopard, near her residence at Sholayar Nagar in the Sholayar Dam. About Sholayar Dam Location: The Sholayar Dam is situated near Valparai in Tamil Nadu. It is a masonry gravity dam built across the Sholayar River, which forms part of the Chalakudy… Continue reading Sholayar Dam
Operation Upstream
News: World Anti-Doping Agency is collaborating with Central Bureau of Investigation to curb doping through a supply-chain focused strategy. About Operation Upstream Operation Upstream : It is an initiative that focuses on identifying and targeting the supply chains responsible for producing and moving prohibited performance-enhancing drugs. Launched by:The operation is conducted with support from World… Continue reading Operation Upstream
Induction vs Infrared Cooktops
News: West Asia conflict and fuel disruptions caused LPG shortages and price rise, leading to surge in electric cooktop adoption in India. About Induction vs Infrared Cooktops Induction heats vessels directly use electromagnetic fields, while infrared cooktops use radiant heat from a heated coil beneath glass. Working Principle: Induction Cooktop: It generates a rapidly changing… Continue reading Induction vs Infrared Cooktops
Odisha becomes first state to launch Marine Spatial Plan
News: Odisha signed an MoU with NCCR to launch Marine Spatial Plan for integrated coastal planning under Indo-Norway ocean initiative. About Marine Spatial Plan (MSP) Odisha has officially launched its Marine Spatial Plan (MSP), making it the first Indian state to do so. Pilot Frameworks: While pilot frameworks were previously implemented in the Union Territories… Continue reading Odisha becomes first state to launch Marine Spatial Plan
