News: The company’s PowerBank-50 successfully powered a payload aboard Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 ‘Aagaman’ mission. About PowerBank-50 Designed by: It is an indigenously developed satellite battery pack designed by the Hyderabad-based spacetech startup TakeMe2Space. It is designed specifically for small satellites. It is India’s first indigenously developed satellite battery to achieve the coveted ‘flight heritage’ status. Note:… Continue reading PowerBank-50
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Exercise ROTOR CLAP III
News: The Indian Air Force (IAF) concluded the week-long Exercise ROTOR CLAP III at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. About Exercise ROTOR CLAP III It is a specialised weeklong helicopter exercise conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to validate mission planning, coordination, rapid response, and interoperability under simulated combat conditions. Edition: This is… Continue reading Exercise ROTOR CLAP III
Undavalli Caves
News: For two days, the 7th-century Undavalli Caves became a vibrant venue for the first Andhra Pradesh Telugu Mahotsavam, celebrating the Telugu language, literature, music, poetry, folk songs, storytelling, and cultural traditions. About Undavalli Caves They are a monolithic caves are example of Indian rock-cut architecture. Location: They are located near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. They… Continue reading Undavalli Caves
Vaigai River
News: The roadside on the southern bank of the Vaigai River has turned into a dumping ground, with various types of waste littering both the roadside and the riverbank. About Vaigai River The Vaigai River is the major river that flows in Tamil Nadu. It is also called Kritamaala. Origin: It rises in the Varushanad Hills of… Continue reading Vaigai River
Lower Lake and Bhoj Wetlands
News: After addressing encroachment and environmental issues at Bhopal’s Upper Lake, the NGT has now turned its focus to the Lower Lake, part of the Bhoj Wetland. About Lower Lake Lower Lake is a man-made lake located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. It is also known as Chhota Talaab. Constructed by: It was constructed by Chote… Continue reading Lower Lake and Bhoj Wetlands
Narmada River
News: A viral video of thousands of litres of milk poured into the Narmada River during a ritual has sparked outrage, renewing debate on faith, environment, and resource use. About Narmada River The Narmada is the fifth largest west-flowing river of peninsular India. It is also known by other names such as Rewa, Amarja, Mekalkanya,… Continue reading Narmada River
World Happiness Report 2026
News: World Happiness Report 2026 was recently released by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. About World Happiness Report 2026 About: It is an annual report which provides an insight into the global picture of social media and happiness. Published by: It is published by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University… Continue reading World Happiness Report 2026
Indravati River
News: Two Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s insurgency-hit Bijapur district during an anti-Naxal operation along the Indravati river belt. About Indravati River Origin: It originates in Kalahandi district of Odisha on the western slopes of the Eastern Ghats and then flows westward. During its course, it forms the boundary… Continue reading Indravati River
Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary
News: Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary has recorded more than five lakh birds from over 200 species in its latest census, showing a significant 21% increase from 4.12 lakh in 2024. About Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary Location: Located to the west of Ahmedabad near Sanand village, Gujarat. It is a natural lake with shallow waters and muddy lagoons, dotted… Continue reading Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary
Gandak River
News: The Gandak river has emerged as the second major river after the Chambal with the highest number of gharials. About Gandak River Gandak River is a major river of Nepal and a left-bank tributary of the Ganges in India. Origin: It originates at an altitude of 620 m above msl to the north of… Continue reading Gandak River
