News: Recently, INS Savitri has arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, as part of a Long-Range Operational Deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region. About INS Savitri INS Savitri is an Indian Naval Ship that serves as an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). Developed by: It was indigenously built by Mazagon Dock Limited in Mumbai. Commissioned… Continue reading INS Savitri
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Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS
News: NASA confirmed water’s chemical fingerprint on interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, reshaping ideas on comet evolution and ingredients for life. About Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS 3I/ATLAS is an interstellar comet – the third known object from outside our solar system. Naming: The prefix “3I” marks it as the third confirmed interstellar object after: 1I/ʻOumuamua– identified in 2017… Continue reading Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS
Contempt of Court in India
News: Recent alleged derogatory remarks against the Chief Justice of India and the Supreme Court triggered calls for contempt proceedings to protect judicial authority. About Contempt of Court in India Contempt of court is a legal tool used to protect the dignity and functioning of courts by addressing conduct that lowers their authority or obstructs… Continue reading Contempt of Court in India
QS Asia University Rankings 2026
News: Recently, the QS World University Rankings 2026 was released by QS Quacquarelli Symonds. About QS Asia University Rankings 2026 The 2026 rankings included 552 new institutions, intensifying competition across Asia. China added the highest number (261) of new institutions, overtaking India, which added 137 new entries this year. Overall, India now has 294 institutions in the… Continue reading QS Asia University Rankings 2026
Pampadum Shola National Park
News: Pampadum Shola National Park is in the news for its successful forest restoration work. In recent years, the Forest Department has been removing non-native trees and wattle that had spread across the park and harmed its natural shola-grassland ecosystem. About Pampadum Shola National Park Location: The Pampadum Shola National Park located in Idukki, Kerala.… Continue reading Pampadum Shola National Park
Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) and Other Provisions (SB8J)
News: Recently, the first meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) and Other Provisions (SB8J) issued recommendations on its functioning to ensure meaningful IPLC participation in CBD decision-making. About Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) and Other Provisions (SB8J) It is the first permanent body of its kind under any multilateral environmental agreement, providing a… Continue reading Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) and Other Provisions (SB8J)
Umngot River
News: Meghalaya’s Umngot River is in news as soil dumping into a feeder rivulet turned its crystal-clear waters muddy, prompting government intervention. About Umngot River It also called Dawki River or Wah Umngot. Origin: It originates from the Eastern Shillong Peak, which is located 1,800 m above sea level. Location : It flows through Dawki… Continue reading Umngot River
World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025
News: Union Minister of Cooperation has congratulated Amul and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) for occupying the first two ranks among the top ten cooperatives in the world. About World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025 It is the 13th edition of a comprehensive global study on cooperatives and mutual enterprises. Released by: International Cooperative… Continue reading World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025
Key Facts About Cameroon
News: Cameroon’s security forces killed 48 civilians during protests over President Paul Biya’s re-election. Key Facts About Cameroon Location: It is located in Central and West Africa on the Bight of Bonny, part of the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean. Capital: Yaoundé is the capital. Boundary: It shares land borders with six countries:… Continue reading Key Facts About Cameroon
SC Judgement on summoning of advocates by agencies
News: The Supreme Court issued directions barring the police and prosecuting agencies from summoning legal professionals to reveal communications they provide while advising their clients. About SC Judgement on Summoning of Advocates by Agencies Background: The Supreme Court gave directions stopping police and investigation agencies from summoning lawyers only for doing their professional duties —… Continue reading SC Judgement on summoning of advocates by agencies
