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Black Rain

News: The World Health Organization has warned about health risks from “black rain” reported in Iran after oil facility fires. About Black Rain It is uncommon atmospheric phenomenon where rain becomes contaminated during its passage through the atmosphere, particularly in highly contaminated atmospheric layers. It contains dark, often black, grey, or oily droplets. How it… Continue reading Black Rain

Dandi March

News: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and all the brave freedom fighters who took part in the historic march ‘Dandi Satyagraha. About Dandi March Mahatma Gandhi launched the non-violent Civil Disobedience Movement with the Dandi March. The march began on 12 March 1930 and… Continue reading Dandi March

Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta)

News: A new study by the University of Sheffield found that spotted hyenas in Ethiopia’s Mekelle city reduce waste, carbon emissions, and sanitation risks. About Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta) The spotted hyena is the largest living member of the Hyaenidae family. It is a highly adaptable carnivore. Scientific Name: The scientific name of the spotted… Continue reading Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta)

Glass Industry of India

News: Government invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 to regulate natural gas supply, which may affect India’s glass manufacturing industry dependent on continuous fuel supply. About Glass Industry of India India’s glass manufacturing industry produces glass products used in construction, automotive, packaging, electronics, and pharmaceutical sectors. The All India Glass Manufacturers’ Federation (AIGMF) represents the… Continue reading Glass Industry of India

Jhelum River

News: The Kashmir Valley is experiencing an unusual early spring as the Jhelum River dropped below zero-gauge level amid record high temperatures. About Jhelum River Location: The Jhelum River is a river of northwestern India and northern and eastern Pakistan and is a major tributary of the Indus River. Ancient names: Known as Vitasta in… Continue reading Jhelum River

Bug Bounty Programme

News: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched its first structured Bug Bounty Programme. About Bug Bounty Programme It is the first structured programme to enhance the security of the Aadhaar ecosystem by inviting cybersecurity experts to identify potential vulnerabilities in its digital platforms. Launched by: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Aim:… Continue reading Bug Bounty Programme

ICANN85 Community Forum

News: The ICANN85 Community Forum is being organized from 7th to 12th March 2026 at Jio Convention Center in Mumbai. About ICANN85 Community Forum It is a platform that brings governments, technical experts, and industry stakeholders together to discuss how collectively they can keep the internet open, secure, and accessible for everyone. Organised at: Jio Convention… Continue reading ICANN85 Community Forum

LIGO India

News: Construction of the LIGO India observatory in Hingoli district remains delayed as the ₹1,600-crore construction tender has not yet been awarded. About LIGO India The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) India is a planned gravitational wave observatory that will work as part of the global network studying cosmic ripples in space-time. Location: The observatory will… Continue reading LIGO India

National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26

News: The National Highways Authority of India released the first Annual Report on the National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26. About National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26 It is a scientific and quantitative index that measures the proportion of green cover along the Way of National Highways. Released by: The report has been… Continue reading National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26

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