News: Research showed that marine conditions in the North Pacific have significantly reduced suitable habitat for Japanese chum salmon over the past 25 years. About Japanese Chum Salmon Japanese chum salmon is a migratory fish species of Chum salmon. They are commonly known as “shirozake” in Japan. Distribution: They are the most widely distributed of… Continue reading Japanese Chum Salmon
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Nagoya Protocol
News: India submitted its First National Report on Nagoya Protocol implementation to CBD Secretariat on 27 February 2026, covering progress from 2017–2025. About Nagoya Protocol The Nagoya Protocol is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity for access and benefit sharing (ABS). Adoption: It was adopted on 29 October 2010 in Nagoya, Japan.… Continue reading Nagoya Protocol
Tribes Art Fest 2026
News: Tribes Art Fest 2026 was held in New Delhi, showcasing over 1,000 artworks by 75 tribal artists from more than 30 traditions. About Tribes Art Fest 2026 A national cultural event showcasing diverse tribal art traditions and promoting indigenous cultural heritage. Organised by: It is organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration… Continue reading Tribes Art Fest 2026
Exercise Sea Dragon 2026
News: India is participating in the United States Navy-led multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise ‘Sea Dragon 2026’ being held near Guam. About Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 About: Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 is a multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise conducted annually to strengthen maritime security and cooperation among allied nations in the Indo-Pacific region. Hosted by:… Continue reading Exercise Sea Dragon 2026
Sejjil missile
News: Iran has used Sejjil missile for the first time in the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel. About Sejjil missile It is a two-stage, solid-fuel medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) developed domestically by Iran. Successor of: It is a successor to older liquid-fuel missiles such as the Shahab series. It was fired during… Continue reading Sejjil missile
Captive Generating Plant (CGP)
News: The Government amended Electricity Rules, 2026 to strengthen captive power framework, improve clarity, and support industrial competitiveness and energy transition. About Captive Generating Plant (CGP) A Captive Generating Plant is a power plant set up by persons or companies for generating electricity mainly for their own use. Objective: The objective is to provide reliable… Continue reading Captive Generating Plant (CGP)
Aras River
News: The Aras River is strategically located along the borders in the Caucasus and is in focus amid regional geopolitical tensions. About Aras River It is a transboundary river in the Caucasus. Caucasus is a region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. It forms natural boundaries between countries such as Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, and… Continue reading Aras River
Nor’westers
News: A Nor’wester storm in Mayurbhanj caused deaths, injuries, damaged houses, uprooted trees, and disrupted electricity across several districts. About Nor’westers Nor’westers are local winds that affect eastern and northeastern India during summer and cause severe thunderstorms with strong weather activity. Origin: These storms originate over the Chhotanagpur Plateau between Bihar and Jharkhand and move… Continue reading Nor’westers
Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur and Matua Community
News: Union Home Minister extended greetings to Matua community on Matua Dharma Mela marking 215th birth anniversary of Harichand Thakur. About Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur Shree Shree Harichand Thakur was a social reformer and founder of the Matua sect. Birth : He was born in Safaladanga village in Gopalgunj in a Vaishnavite Namashudra… Continue reading Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur and Matua Community
Model Code of Conduct
News: The Election Commission of India has directed authorities to ensure strict enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during the ongoing general elections and by elections in States/Union Territories. About Model Code of Conduct (MCC) About: It is a set of guidelines published by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for political parties and… Continue reading Model Code of Conduct
