News– According to a recent study, Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary has a high deer population, with 536 sambars and 295 cheetals (spotted deer), making it one of the most densely populated man-made wildlife sanctuaries. Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. About Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary Location– It is located in the Sangli district of Maharashtra. It holds the distinction of… Continue reading Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Ana Sagar Lake
News– The Supreme Court has ordered the Rajasthan government to dismantle the illegally constructed Seven Wonders Park near Ana Sagar Lake in Ajmer within six months. The decision cites environmental concerns and violations of wetland regulations. Ana Sagar Lake. About Ana Sagar Lake Location– It is an artificial lake (man-made lake) located in the Ajmer… Continue reading Ana Sagar Lake
Indian businesses are held back by an irrational fear of worker strikes
Source: The post Indian businesses are held back by an irrational fear of worker strikes has been created, based on the article “Do It The French Way” published in “ The Times of India” on 31st August 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Economy Context: The article argues that India’s private sector is hindered… Continue reading Indian businesses are held back by an irrational fear of worker strikes
Lunisolar calendar
Source- This post on lunisolar calendar has been created based on the article “Ancient calendar, possibly world’s oldest, found: Could it document a long-ago disaster?” published in “Times of India” on 13 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, scientists have discovered what is believed to be the earliest known lunisolar calendar. About the lunisolar calendar… Continue reading Lunisolar calendar
Himalayan serow
Source-This post on Himalayan serow has been created based on the article “Himalayan serow spotted in Nameri” published in “Times of India” on 30 May 2024. Why in News? Recently, Himalayan serow was seen for the first time in the central region of Nameri National Park and Tiger Reserve. About Himalayan serow Aspects Description About 1. Himalayan… Continue reading Himalayan serow
New Caledonia
Source-This post on New Caledonia has been created based on the article “France: Will quell New Caledonia riots ‘whatever the cost”published in “Times of India” on 21 May 2024. Why in News? French security forces are intensifying their actions to restore order in New Caledonia due to continuing and fatal disturbances. About New Caledonia 1. Geographical… Continue reading New Caledonia
First High Energy Photon Source (HEPS) Synchrotron Radiation facility in China
Source-This post on Disappearance of 6 Million Trees in India has been created based on the article “China inaugurates next-generation synchrotron, boasting world’s brightest X-rays” published in “The Times of India” on 17 May 2024. Why in News? China is about to complete its High Energy Photon Source (HEPS) facility in Huairou Science City in… Continue reading First High Energy Photon Source (HEPS) Synchrotron Radiation facility in China
Sariska Tiger Reserve
Source-This post on Sariska Tiger Reserve is based on the article “46 yrs on, Sariska Tiger Reserve awaits transfer of over 60% land” published in “Times of India” on 16th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, a sailing yacht was sunk by an unspecified number of orcas after they rammed it in the waters of… Continue reading Sariska Tiger Reserve
Defence Attache
Source-This post on Defence Attache has been created based on the article ” India posts defence attaches to several new nations for 1st time” published in “The Times of India” on 12 April 2024. Why in the news? India has started to post military and defence attachés to several new countries. This is being done… Continue reading Defence Attache
RBI proposed two new UPI features
Source-This post on RBI proposed two new UPI features is based on the article “RBI introduces two new UPI features! From cash deposit to PPI wallet interoperability” published in “The Times of India” on 5th April 2024. Why in the News? RBI recently announced two new features for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users, aiming to… Continue reading RBI proposed two new UPI features