News: India will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum at Purana Qila in New Delhi. About 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum 1st SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum is an inaugural cultural and diplomatic initiative. Duration: It is scheduled to be held from 20 November to 22 November 2026 at Purana Qila in New… Continue reading 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum
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Ballon d’Or Award 2026
News: Harry Kane was crowned the Ballon d’Or Award 2026 winner, while Spain’s Alexia Putellas won the women’s award. About the Ballon d’Or Award 2026 Ballon d’Or Award 2026 has been won by Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich and England striker. Harry Kane is the first Englishman to win the prestigious award in 25 years,… Continue reading Ballon d’Or Award 2026
Yonaguni Islands
News: Keen Sword 27, one of the largest joint military exercises between Japan and the US , has been conducted at Yonaguni Island near Taiwan. About Yonaguni Islands Location: Yonaguni Island is part of the Yaeyama Islands located in the Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the westernmost inhabited island of Japan. It is located 110… Continue reading Yonaguni Islands
Bhai Parmanand
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 139th episode of Mann Ki Baat, paid tribute to Bhai Parmanand and urged young people to learn about his life, sacrifices and contribution to the freedom struggle. About Bhai Parmanand Bhai Parmanand was a prominent Indian freedom fighter, nationalist thinker, educationist, and leader of the Arya Samaj. He… Continue reading Bhai Parmanand
Melanterite and Gypsum
News: Researchers identified two hydrous sulphate minerals, melanterite and gypsum, at sites in Tamil Nadu and Chile that resemble Martian environments. About Melanterite Melanterite is a hydrated iron sulphate. It is formed through the oxidative weathering and decomposition of primary iron sulfide minerals, most commonly pyrite (FeS₂) or its unstable polymorph marcasite. It is often… Continue reading Melanterite and Gypsum
Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) Programme
News: Researchers used a Raman spectrometer supported by the DST-Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) Programme to identify Mars-analogue minerals in Tamil Nadu and Chile. About Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) Programme The Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) programme is a flagship research and development programme to upgrade research and… Continue reading Fund for Improvement of S&T Infrastructure (FIST) Programme
Sukhna Wetland (Chandigarh)
News: Recently, India has added Sukhna Wetland (Chandigarh) and Sauj Jheel to the List of Wetlands of International Importance. About Sukhna Wetland (Chandigarh) Sukhna Wetland is located at the edge of the city of Chandigarh and at the base of the Outer Himalayas. It is a peri-urban reservoir that plays an important role in regulating… Continue reading Sukhna Wetland (Chandigarh)
Sauj Jheel (UP)
News: India’s Ramsar site tally has reached 103 with the addition of Sukhna Wetland (Chandigarh) and Sauj Jheel (UP). About Sauj Jheel (UP) Location: Sauj Jheel is located in Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh. With this, Mainpuri got the distinction of the only district in the country with two Ramsar sites, the other being theSaman… Continue reading Sauj Jheel (UP)
Sasol Solar Challenge 2026
News: Team AgniRath from IIT Madras has secured 3rd Place overall at the prestigious Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 in South Africa. About Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 Sasol Solar Challenge 2026 is a South Africa’s competition that brings together local and international teams to design, build and race solar-powered vehicles. It tests their technology, manufacturing and… Continue reading Sasol Solar Challenge 2026
Additive Manufacturing (AM) and National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing (NSAM)
News: India has strengthened its Additive Manufacturing (AM) ecosystem under National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing. About Additive Manufacturing (AM) Additive Manufacturing(AM) is defined as the technology that constructs a three-dimensional object from a digital 3D model or a CAD model by adding material layer by layer. It is commonly known as 3D printing. It brings… Continue reading Additive Manufacturing (AM) and National Strategy for Additive Manufacturing (NSAM)
