News: A series of mild eruptions at Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has prompted the evacuation of nearly 3,000 villagers in a permanent danger zone on its foothills. About Mayon Volcano Location: It is located in Albay Province in the Bicol Region of Luzon, Philippines. Geology: It is located on a convergent boundary between the… Continue reading Mayon Volcano
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Justice Mission 2025
News: Recently, military forces of the People’s Republic of China conducted Justice Mission-2025 around Taiwan. About Justice Mission 2025 Conducted by: People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China on 29–30 December 2025. Location: It was conducted in the air and maritime areas surrounding Taiwan. The exercise was the second named large-scale PLA maritime drill directed at… Continue reading Justice Mission 2025
Indian Railways becomes the biggest electrified rail system globally
News: Indian Railways has become one of the most extensively electrified rail systems in the world. Indian Railways Becomes the Biggest Electrified Rail System Globally Indian Railways has become one of the world’s most extensively electrified rail networks. By November 2025, nearly 99.2 per cent of its 70,000 route-kilometre broad-gauge network had been electrified. Rapid… Continue reading Indian Railways becomes the biggest electrified rail system globally
CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report
News: In January 2026, the Comptroller and Auditor General released the second edition of the State Finances 2023-24 report covering all States. CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report The State Finances 2023-24 Report presents a consolidated and audited overview of the finances of all 28 States. Released by: The report was released by the Comptroller… Continue reading CAG releases ‘State Finances 2023-24’ Report
Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
News: The Indian Army signed a ₹293 crore emergency procurement contract for the Suryastra long-range universal rocket launcher system. About Suryastra Rocket Launcher System Suryastra is India’s first Made in India universal multi-calibre rocket launcher. Manufactured by: It is manufactured by Pune-based private defence firm NIBE Limited. Technology Partner: It is developed in collaboration with… Continue reading Suryastra Rocket Launcher System
Popocatépetl Volcano
News: Over five years, UNAM scientists used 22 seismographs and AI to analyse seismic data and produce the first 3D image of Popocatépetl’s interior, extending 18 km below the crater. About Popocatépetl Volcano Location: Popocatépetl volcano is located on the border of the states of México and Puebla, central Mexico. Type: It is a steep-sided active… Continue reading Popocatépetl Volcano
e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa)
News: India has introduced the e-Production Investment Business Visa to facilitate Chinese business travel as part of recent people-centric steps. About e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa) The e-B-4 Visa is an online business visa for foreign professionals undertaking production-related activities in India. Launched by: It was launched by the Department for Promotion of Industry… Continue reading e-Production Investment Business Visa (e-B-4 Visa)
Biomaterials
News: As India moves toward cleaner manufacturing methods for products like plastics and textiles, biomaterials are emerging as the next frontier in materials engineering. About Biomaterials Biomaterials are materials derived wholly or partly from biological sources or engineered using biological processes. They are designed to replace or interact with conventional materials. Types of Biomaterials: Drop-in… Continue reading Biomaterials
Kushanas
News: Recent excavations at Bhir Mound, Takshashila uncovered lapis lazuli fragments (6th century BC) and Kushan bronze coins (2nd century AD), highlighting long-distance trade and later Kushana political-economic activity in ancient Gandhara. About Kushanas The Kushanas were nomadic people, also known as Tocharians, who migrated from the steppes of north-central Asia. They succeeded the Parthians… Continue reading Kushanas
Ozempic
News: A trend has been seen promoting a drink made by blending oats with water or juice, commonly referred to as “oatzempic.” About Oatzempic Oatzempic is oat-based drink that people consume in the morning, often on an empty stomach for weight loss, appetite control or other health outcomes. The name references Ozempic, a prescription drug… Continue reading Ozempic
