First Private Satellite Constellation: India’s space industry marked a historic milestone with the launch of its first private satellite constellation by Google-backed Pixxel, a Bengaluru-based space-tech startup.A private satellite constellation of six hyperspectral imaging satellites launched by Pixxel, backed by Google.Developed by Pixxel, with collaboration from SpaceX, which facilitated the launch. Launch location: Vandenberg Space […]
Month: January 2025
Kumani Bank Mud Volcano
Kumani Bank Mud Volcano: The Kumani Bank mud volcano, located off Azerbaijan’s eastern coast, erupted in 2023, creating a short-lived island, popularly termed a “Ghost Island.” By the end of 2024, this ephemeral island had largely eroded back into the sea. Kumani Bank Mud Volcano is Situated approximately 25 km (15 miles) off the eastern […]
India’s new law for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner
India’s new law for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner: The appointment procedure for India’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) has undergone significant changes with the enactment of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023. This legislation introduces a structured selection process […]
India to Host 28th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in 2026
India to Host 28th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in 2026: India is set to host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Parliaments of Commonwealth Countries (CSPOC) in January 2026. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced this during the CSPOC Standing Committee Meeting in Guernsey. The conference will focus on the integration of artificial […]
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar launched Dr. K.S. Chauhan’s book
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar launched Dr. K.S. Chauhan’s book: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar launched Dr. K.S. Chauhan’s book “Parliament: Powers, Functions & Privileges; A Comparative Constitutional Perspective”. During the event, Dhankhar lauded the author’s dedication and hard work in exploring the intricate role of Parliament in a democracy.
Thalai Pongal Celebration
Thalai Pongal Celebration: Thalai Pongal, the first day of the Tamil month, is a significant harvest festival celebrated with fervor across Tamil Nadu. On January 14, 2025, Supriya, a physician from Tripura, and her husband, Thileepan from Sathankulam in Thoothukudi district, celebrated the festival in a traditional Tamil manner. Supriya, who is originally from Tripura, […]
Boda Tyohar
Boda Tyohar: The Boda Tyohar festival, also known as Magho ko Tyohar, is the largest annual celebration for the Hatti tribes of Himachal Pradesh’s Trans-Giri region. Celebrated by over three lakh members of the Hatti community, this month-long festival marks the end of the ‘Magha’ month and is characterized by unique cultural practices, rituals, and […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 15th January 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 15th January 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Small Language Models
Small Language Models: Big Tech firms that announced large language AI models also released Small Language Models subsequently. SLMs represent a specialized subset within the broader domain of artificial intelligence, specifically tailored for Natural Language Processing (NLP). They are AI models designed to process and generate human language. They are called “small” because they have […]
Mission Mausam : Ready To Launch
Mission Mausam: Ready To Launch Prime Minister will launch ‘Mission Mausam’ during the 150th foundation day celebration of the India Meteorological Department. Mission Mausam aims to boost India’s weather- and climate-related science, research, and services and make India a ‘Weather-ready and Climate-smart’ nation. The ambitious programme, with an outlay of Rs 2,000 crore over two […]
