News: The opposition parties recently criticized Prime Minister over India’s exclusion from the United States–led Pax Silica initiative, attributing it to a sharp deterioration in his relationship with U.S. President. About Pax Silica Initiative Pax Silica is a United States–led strategic initiative focused on building a secure, resilient, and innovation-driven silicon and artificial intelligence supply… Continue reading Pax Silica Initiative
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Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary will become the third home for cheetahs in Madhya Pradesh. About Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. The entire sanctuary is situated on a plateau that forms part of the Upper Vindhyan Range. It was established in 1975. River basins: It lies… Continue reading Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
Ponduru Khadi
News: Srikakulam’s famed Ponduru Khadi has received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Government of India. About Ponduru Khadi Ponduru Khadi is a traditional handspun and handwoven cotton fabric produced in Ponduru village of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. The fabric is widely known for its fine texture, durability, and natural finish and was… Continue reading Ponduru Khadi
Dzukou Valley
News: A major fire on December 12, 2025, razed a large expanse of Khonoma-side Dzükou Valley in Nagaland. About Dzukou Valley Location: The Dzüko Valley is located in between Senapati district of Manipur and Kohima district of Nagaland in Northeast India. It lies behind the Japfu mountains at an altitude of about 2,438 m. Naming:… Continue reading Dzukou Valley
Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay
News: The Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay have been added to Ramsar List, taking India’s total Ramsar sites to 96. About Siliserh Lake Siliserh Lake is a human-made lake and wetland that has now been recognised as India’s 96th Ramsar site. Location: It is located in Alwar district in the state of Rajasthan. It lies… Continue reading Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay
UN Champions of the Earth award
News-Tamil Nadu IAS officer Supriya Sahu has received the UN Champions of the Earth Award for her leadership in tackling plastic pollution and promoting wildlife conservation in India. About UN Champions of the Earth award It is the United Nations’ highest environmental honour. It was established in 2005 and awarded annually by the United Nations… Continue reading UN Champions of the Earth award
Convention against Discrimination in Education
News– UNESCO released a report titled Right to Education: Past, Present and Future, which reviews the progress and impact of the 1960 UNESCO Convention against Discrimination in Education. About Convention against Discrimination in Education It was adopted in 1960 under the aegis of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It is the first… Continue reading Convention against Discrimination in Education
India’s 1st Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel
News– India has inaugurated its first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell–based passenger vessel in Varanasi, signifying an important milestone in the country’s push towards green maritime transportation. About India’s 1st Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel The vessel has been constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited and is owned by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).… Continue reading India’s 1st Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel
GlowCas9
News: Indian scientists have created a glowing CRISPR protein that can be observed in action within living cells. It is a groundbreaking development that could greatly enhance cancer treatment and other gene-based therapies. About GlowCas9 GlowCas9 is a new CRISPR protein created by scientists at the Bose Institute in Kolkata. It is engineered to produce… Continue reading GlowCas9
National Hub for Quantum Communication
News: The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IITM), launched the IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation, which will serve as India’s National Hub for Quantum Communication. About the National Hub for Quantum Communication The National Hub for Quantum Communication was established under the IITM C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation. The Foundation is located at the IIT Madras… Continue reading National Hub for Quantum Communication
