India’s Refusal to Sign SCO Draft Statement: Defence Minister refused to endorse the SCO joint statement during the Qingdao meet, objecting to the omission of India-specific terror concerns.The SCO is a Eurasian intergovernmental organisation focused on political, economic, security, and defence cooperation, particularly in Central and South Asia.Established in: Formally founded on 15 June 2001, […]
Day: June 29, 2025
Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary : In News
Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary : In News A tigress and her four cubs were found dead at the Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar districtIt is located in the intersection of the Western and the Eastern Ghats and falls in the Chamarajanagara district of Karnataka. It was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 2013. It […]
Kolhapuri Chappal
Kolhapuri Chappal: India’s traditional Kolhapuri chappal makers have objected to luxury brand Prada’s 2026 collection, alleging unauthorised imitation of their heritage footwear design.Kolhapuri chappals are handcrafted leather sandals, known for their durability, intricate design, and distinct open-toe, T-strap structure.Traditionally made in Kolhapur and adjoining districts in Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka, such as Belgaum, Bagalkot, […]
Operation Deep Manifest
Operation Deep Manifest: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized Pakistani-origin goods worth ₹9 crore under ‘Operation Deep Manifest’.A targeted enforcement operation by the DRI to detect and disrupt illicit trade routes being used to smuggle banned Pakistani-origin goods into India. Launched By Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), under the Central Board of Indirect […]
