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Naini Lake

News: Naini Lake has recorded a water level of 4.7 feet, the lowest in five years. About Naini Lake Location: It is a natural, kidney-shaped lake located in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The lake was discovered by English businessman P. Barron in the mid-19th century. The lake is situated in Kumaon region, surrounded by seven hills including :… Continue reading Naini Lake

Nagarahole National Park

News: The issue of land grants within the core area of Nagarahole National Park and Tiger Reserve has sparked concern among environmentalists and forest officials. Nagarahole National Park. About Nagarahole National Park It is located in Karnataka. It derives its name from the Nagarahole River, which means ‘Serpent River’. It connects to the Western Ghats through… Continue reading Nagarahole National Park

NITI NCAER States Economic Forum Portal

News: Finance Minister launched the “NITI NCAER States Economic Forum” portal today in New Delhi. NITI NCAER States Economic Forum Portal. About NITI NCAER States Economic Forum portal Developed by: NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER). It is a comprehensive repository of data on social, economic and fiscal… Continue reading NITI NCAER States Economic Forum Portal

Arctic Council

News– The tensions have risen in the Arctic region, following the comments made by the US President about annexing Greenland and Canada (including their dispute on the status of the Northwest Passage) added with impacts of climate change and resource competition in the region. Arctic Council. About Arctic Council It is an intergovernmental forum promoting… Continue reading Arctic Council

Key Facts about Tonga

News: Recently, a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, triggering a tsunami warning for the Pacific island nation. About Tonga Location– It is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.  It is an archipelago composed of 169 islands, of which only 36 islands are inhabited.  The island are spread  across three main island groups:Tongatapu, Ha‘apai,… Continue reading Key Facts about Tonga

Tribhuvandas Patel

News– The Lok Sabha has approved a Bill to establish Tribhuvan Sahkari University in Anand, Gujarat. About Tribhuvandas Patel Tribhuvandas Patel is considered the “father of the cooperative movement” in India. He was pivotal in founding the Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union (KDCMPUL) in 1946, which later became Amul. Verghese Kurien was brought into… Continue reading Tribhuvandas Patel

Fully Accessible Route (FAR)

News– Despite selling heavily in the Indian stock market, foreign investors have invested over Rs 51,730 crore ($6 billion) in Indian bonds through the Fully Accessible Route (FAR) since January. Fully Accessible Route (FAR) About Fully Accessible Route (FAR) FAR Bonds refer to Indian government securities designated under the Fully Accessible Route, which allows foreign… Continue reading Fully Accessible Route (FAR)

Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary

News– A recent faunal survey has reported 63 new species of odonates, butterflies and birds in the Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary of Kerala. About Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Located on the western slopes of Nilgiris, the Sanctuary lies in Malappuram district of Kerala.  It shares boundary with Mukurthi National Park (Tamil Nadu) in eastern side and… Continue reading Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary

National Gene Bank

News- The Government of India has announced the creation of a Second National Gene Bank to conserve 10 lakh crop germplasm. This initiative aligns with the “Investing in Innovations” theme of the Union Budget 2025-26. Gene Bank A Gene Bank is a specialized storage facility designed to preserve seeds, pollen, and plant tissues to safeguard… Continue reading National Gene Bank

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