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Preah Vihear Temple

News: Fresh clashes erupted again between Thailand and Cambodia along their border for Preah Vihear Temple, marking the most violent escalation in over a decade. About Preah Vihear Temple Location: The temple is located in Preah Vihear province, set on top of a 1,722 feet cliff in the Dangrek Mountains in Cambodia. The mountains are… Continue reading Preah Vihear Temple

Long-Billed Bush Warbler 

News: A team of five birders has recorded India’s first confirmed sighting of the Long-billed Bush Warbler in 46 years, spotting it in Ladakh’s Suru Valley. About Long-Billed Bush Warbler A medium-sized songbird with a long tail and a distinctively long, slender bill. Its scientific name is Locustella major. It is also known as long-billed… Continue reading Long-Billed Bush Warbler 

Environmental Flow (E-Flow)

News: The Union Jal Shakti Minister chaired a key meeting to ensure environmental flow (e-flow) in the Ganga River and its tributaries, aiming to promote sustainable river management. About Environmental Flow (E-Flow) Definition: E-flow refers to the quantity, timing, and quality of water flows required to sustain freshwater ecosystems and the livelihoods that depend on them.… Continue reading Environmental Flow (E-Flow)

Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme)

News: India has successfully achieved 20 per cent ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original target set for 2030. About Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme) It is a flagship initiative to promote the use of ethanol by blending it with petrol. Launched in: It was launched in January, 2003.… Continue reading Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme)

Key facts about Cambodia

News: Fresh clashes erupted again between Thailand and Cambodia along their border, marking the most violent escalation in over a decade. Key facts about Cambodia Location: It is located in Mainland Southeast Asia. It lies entirely within the tropics. Borders: It is bordered by Thailand to the northwest, Laos to the north, and Vietnam to… Continue reading Key facts about Cambodia

Henley Passport Index 2025

News: The Henley Passport Index 2025 (July edition) was released by Henley and Partners Consultancy. About Henley Passport Index  The Henley Passport Index ranks the world’s passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. The index is compiled using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA),… Continue reading Henley Passport Index 2025

National Sports Governance Bill, 2025

News– The Central Government tabled the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha to reform and modernize the governance structure of sports administration in India. Key Features of the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 1. Establishment of Statutory Sports Bodies National Olympic Committee (NOC): Designated as the sole governing body for Olympic sports… Continue reading National Sports Governance Bill, 2025

Ashoka Pillars of Rampurva and Lauriya Nandangarh

News: The Ashoka pillars of Rampurva and Lauriya Nandangarh in Bihar are on UNESCO’s Tentative List under the ‘Serial Nomination for Ashokan Edict Sites along the Mauryan Routes’. About Ashoka Pillars of Rampurva and Lauriya Nandangarh Ashoka Pillar of Lauriya Nandangarh Location: Lauria Nandangarh is a small town in the West Champaran district in Bihar.… Continue reading Ashoka Pillars of Rampurva and Lauriya Nandangarh

Key Facts about Lesotho

News: Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita landed in Maseru city of Lesotho on a visit to the country. Key Facts about Lesotho Location: It is a landlocked country located in southern Africa. Largest enclave: It is entirely surrounded by South Africa, making it the largest of only three sovereign enclaves in the… Continue reading Key Facts about Lesotho

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