Global Declaration For River Dolphins: In a ground-breaking development, 11 Asian and South American countries recently signed a global declaration, the “Global Declaration for River Dolphins,” aimed at preserving the world’s six remaining river dolphin species. Global Declaration for River Dolphins is designed to guide 14 nations where river dolphins inhabit, with a focus on […]
Month: October 2023
Neolithic Age : Rock Art Found
Neolithic Age : Rock Art Found A rock art dating back to the Neolithic period was recently found in the Palnadu district of Andhra Pradesh. The Neolithic Age, also called the New Stone Age, is the final stage of cultural evolution or technological development among prehistoric humans. The term Neolithic is most frequently used in […]
Betelgeuse Star
Betelgeuse Star: Scientists resolved the mystery behind the sudden dimming of the supergiant Betelgeuse star and dismissed theories that suggested that the star might be entering the last stage of its evolution. Betelgeuse star is a red supergiant starwith a distinctive orange-red hue. It is roughly 10 million years old and much younger than Sun. […]
Gudavi Bird Sanctuary : Sudden Deaths Of Several Birds
Gudavi Bird Sanctuary : Sudden Deaths Of Several Birds The sudden deaths of several birds at Gudavi Bird Sanctuary in Shivamogga district of Karnataka has left the officers of the Forest Department in worry Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is one of the renowned Bird Sanctuaries in Karnataka. It is located on Gudavi Lake banks. It is […]
International Competition Network
International Competition Network: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has become a part of the prestigious 18-member steering committee of the International Competition Network (ICN). The concept for the ICN originated from recommendations made by the International Competition Policy Advisory Committee (ICPAC), a group formed in 1997. It was established in October 2001 by officials […]
Lorrainosaurus : Fossils Found
Lorrainosaurus : Fossils Found The fossils of a 170-million-year-old ancient marine reptile named ‘Lorrainosaurus’ from the Age of Dinosaurs have been recently identified as the oldest-known mega-predatory pliosaur. Scientists first unearthed this sea monster’s fossils in 1983. But in a new study, researchers re-analyzed the remains and found that the predator belonged to a previously […]
EU And India Carry Out Maiden Joint Naval Exercise
EU And India Carry Out Maiden Joint Naval Exercise: India and the European Union (EU) collaborated in the Gulf of Guinea to enhance naval maritime security cooperation in the region. This marked their first joint naval exercise, following the EU-India Maritime Security Dialogue. During the exercise, the Indian Navy’s INS Sumedha, along with ships from […]
Star Labelling Of Solar Panels
Star Labelling Of Solar Panels: The Indian government has introduced a Star Labelling Programme for solar panels to enhance consumer awareness and promote the use of high-quality and energy-efficient solar photovoltaic modules. The Star Labelling Programme for solar panels is designed to help consumers make informed choices when purchasing and installing solar panels. The program […]
Visa Shopping
Visa Shopping: The practice of ‘visa shopping’ has been gaining popularity in several Indian states. “Visa shopping” is a practice where individuals obtain visas for countries, they may not visit during the visa’s validity period. The objective is to use these visas as a means to enter their preferred countries, particularly in Europe, even if […]
37th National Games : Inaugurated
37th National Games : Inaugurated The 37th National Games were officially inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao, Goa A roadmap was outlined that focuses on talent discovery, nurturing, and ultimately, achieving podium finishes at the Olympics. This includes initiatives like Khelo India and Temperament for an […]