News: One student drowned and two others were swept away in the Hasdeo River during a picnic in Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. About Hasdeo River Hasdeo River flows through Chhattisgarh. Origin: It originates from a small lake near Ambikapur in Chhattisgarh. Course of river: It flows through Surguja, Korea, and Bilaspur districts before merging with the… Continue reading Hasdeo River
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Koraput Coffee
News: Odisha’s Koraput Coffee, grown by tribal farmers, gained international attention at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. About Koraput Coffee Koraput Coffee is predominantly 100% Arabica cultivated mainly in the Nandapur and Machhkund areas of Koraput district in Odisha. It is primarily cultivated by tribal communities. Since the early 2000s, its cultivation has been… Continue reading Koraput Coffee
Vande Mataram and the Right to Dissent
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Act, 2026 extends criminal-law protection to Vande Mataram, similar to the National Anthem. This raises questions about its historical and constitutional status, the freedom of conscience, and the right to remain silent. The central issue is whether respect… Continue reading Vande Mataram and the Right to Dissent
Sea Buckthorn
News: Sea buckthorn has become an important source of employment and income for the people of Ladakh. About Sea Buckthorn Aspects Details About Sea Buckthorn is a vibrant orange berry that grows on thorny shrubs in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Scientific name Its scientific name is Hippophae Rhamnoides. Local Names In Ladakh, it… Continue reading Sea Buckthorn
Plant and Animal Discoveries 2025
News: According to Animal Discoveries 2025, India has recorded 483 species, of which 226 species were recorded for the first time in the country. About Animal Discoveries 2025 Released by: Animal Discoveries 2025 is an annual report released by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) detailing the discoveries of fauna. Animal Discoveries 2025: India has recorded… Continue reading Plant and Animal Discoveries 2025
Key Facts About Somalia
News: Somalia’s security forces restored order in two districts of the capital after clashes between government troops and opposition-allied militias forced civilians to flee. Key Facts About Somalia Aspect Details Location It is a country situated in the Horn of Africa (large peninsula and geopolitical region in East Africa). The Equator passes through southern Somalia. Surrounding… Continue reading Key Facts About Somalia
Mahi River
News: Two persons, including an eight-year-old boy, went missing after a boat capsized in the Mahi River in Rajasthan’s Banswara. About Mahi River Origin: It originates from the northern slopes of the Vindhya Mountain Range in Madhya Pradesh. It is the major interstate west-flowing river of India. It is one of three west-flowing major rivers in… Continue reading Mahi River
Luzon Island
News: China’s military recently conducted military drills, including live-fire exercises in waters east of the Philippines’ Luzon Island. About Luzon Island It is located in the northern part of the Philippines. It is the largest and most populous island in the Philippines. Boundary: The island is bordered by the Philippine Sea to the east, the… Continue reading Luzon Island
Common Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)
News: Colombia will launch a plan in the second half of 2026 to control its invasive hippopotamus population. About Common Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius) They are large, semiaquatic mammals native to sub-Saharan Africa. Scientific name: Their Scientific name is Hippopotamus amphibius. Sub-species: They are one of only two extant species in the family Hippopotamidae, the other… Continue reading Common Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)
Why the CAPF Bill is a victory for internal security
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Various Security forces and agencies and their mandate. Introduction The CAPF General Administration Bill 2026 strengthens internal security by combining welfare reforms with strong coordination mechanisms. It codifies service rules, ensures transparent promotions, and removes uncertainty in careers. At the same time, it preserves the integrated command structure built on… Continue reading Why the CAPF Bill is a victory for internal security
