News: A DMK MP, Tiruchi Siva, has moved a privilege notice against Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. He alleged that the Minister held a press conference on the Indo-US trade deal before briefing Parliament while it was in session. About Breach of Privilege Notice A Breach of Privilege is the violation of respective rights and immunities… Continue reading Breach of Privilege Notice
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Lyriothemis Keralensis
News: Recently researchers have confirmed the discovery of a new dragonfly species from Kerala’s low-lying coastal plains, named Lyriothemis keralensis commonly called the Slender Bombardier. About Lyriothemis keralensis It is a newly identified species of dragonfly discovered in Kerala. The species was first spotted in 2013 at Varappetty near Kothamangalam in Ernakulam district, Kerala. Habitat… Continue reading Lyriothemis Keralensis
Copernicus Sentinel-2 Mission
News- The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission captured satellite images of Northern Italy during the February 2026 Winter Olympics. About Copernicus Sentinel-2 Mission It is an Earth observation satellite mission that monitors land surface conditions using high-resolution imagery. It is part of Copernicus, the European Union’s Earth observation programme. Developed by: The mission has been developed by… Continue reading Copernicus Sentinel-2 Mission
PM CARES, PMNRF, and NDF
News– The PMO informed the Lok Sabha Secretariat that questions related to PM CARES, PMNRF, and NDF are not admissible under Lok Sabha rules. About the PM CARES Fund Established in: The fund was set up on March 27, 2020, after the Covid-19 outbreak, as a public charitable trust. Funding source: The corpus consists entirely… Continue reading PM CARES, PMNRF, and NDF
Key Facts about Eritrea
News- Recently, Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of military aggression, border occupation, and supporting armed groups, amid renewed tensions after the Tigray conflict. About Eritrea Location : It is a country located in the Horn of Africa region of East Africa. Capital– Asmara Land Borders: It shares land borders with Sudan to the west, Ethiopia to… Continue reading Key Facts about Eritrea
Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026
News: Chess has been added to the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026, a global nation-based esports tournament to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. About Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026 It is an international, country-based esports competition in which players compete by representing their respective nations rather than private clubs or franchises. Organiser- Esports World… Continue reading Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026
SWAVALAMBINI Programme
News: Recently, the Minister of State, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), filed a written reply in the Lok Sabha regarding the progress of the Swavalambini programme. About the SWAVALAMBINI Programme It is a Women Entrepreneurship Programme for young women in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Launched by– Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).… Continue reading SWAVALAMBINI Programme
Key Facts about Greece
News: India and Greece have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent aimed at enhancing defence industrial cooperation, laying the foundation for deeper collaboration between the two countries. About Greece Location It is located on the southern edge of the Balkan Peninsula. Greece occupies a strategic position at the junction of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Borders Greece… Continue reading Key Facts about Greece
SaaSpocalypse
News- The software industry was shaken suddenly by what analysts are calling a “SaaSpocalypse”- caused by new AI tools launched by the US startup Anthropic. About SaaSpocalypse: The term “SaaSpocalypse” was coined by the Jefferies Group, a United States multinational investment bank. It refers to a market sell-off driven by fears that artificial intelligence may… Continue reading SaaSpocalypse
Thwaites Glacier
News- Thwaites Glacier is in the news due to scientific concern over its rapid melting and its potential impact on global sea levels. About Thwaites Glacier Thwaites Glacier is widely known as the “Doomsday Glacier” due to its potential to significantly raise global sea levels. Location: It is located in West Antarctica and flows into… Continue reading Thwaites Glacier
