Catastrophe Bonds (Cat Bonds): India’s growing vulnerability to climate disasters has reignited policy interest in catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) as a financial instrument for disaster-risk financing. Catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) are insurance-linked securities that convert disaster risk into tradable financial products. They transfer the financial risk of natural disasters like earthquakes, cyclones, and floods—from governments […]
Month: July 2025
Optical Atomic Clock
Optical Atomic Clock: An international team of 65 scientists successfully conducted the largest optical clock comparison across three continents, paving the way to redefine the SI unit of time the second using optical atomic clocks. An optical atomic clock is a next-generation timekeeping device that uses light waves from atoms (in the optical frequency range) […]
European Union Ministers gave the final green light for Bulgaria to adopt the euro
European Union Ministers gave the final green light for Bulgaria to adopt the euro: European Union Ministers gave the final green light for Bulgaria to adopt the euro on January 1, 2026, making it the single currency area’s 21st member.It is located in the southeastern region of the European continent, occupying the eastern part of […]
Gambhira-Mujpur bridge on the Mahi River collapsed in Padra taluka of Vadodara, Gujarat.
Gambhira-Mujpur bridge on the Mahi River collapsed in Padra taluka of Vadodara, Gujarat: Mahi River is one of the major west-flowing interstate rivers of India. It flows through the states of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. The river is popularly described as “Mahisagar” due to its vastness. It originates in the northern slope of the […]
Nistar
Nistar: The ‘Nistar’ vessel was delivered by Hindustan Shipyard Limited to the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam.It is the first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel. The ship’s name, ‘Nistar’, originates from Sanskrit and means liberation, rescue or salvation. The warship has been designed and built as per classification rules of the Indian Register of […]
World Bioproduct Day 2025 and BioE3 Policy
World Bioproduct Day 2025 and BioE3 Policy: The Department of Science & Technology (DST), along with BIRAC and iBRIC+, organized World Bioproduct Day 2025, focusing on Equity, Environment, and Economy to highlight the importance of inclusive public participation in biotechnology. The event also reiterated the government’s goal of achieving a USD 300 billion bioeconomy by […]
Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis
Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis: Prime Minister of India was conferred with Namibia’s highest civilian honour, The Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, during his state visit to Windhoek. He is the first Indian leader to receive this distinction, marking a milestone in India–Namibia bilateral ties.A prestigious civilian award named after Welwitschia […]
A massive wildfire in Tarragona province, Catalonia
A massive wildfire in Tarragona province, Catalonia: A massive wildfire in Tarragona province, Catalonia (Spain) has forced over 18,000 people into lockdown, burning nearly 3,000 hectares of forested land. Tarragona is a coastal province in northeastern Spain, forming the southern part of Catalonia. Known for its Roman heritage, agricultural economy, and natural landscapes, it is […]
Sarankumar Limbale Wins Chintha Raveendran Award 2025
Sarankumar Limbale Wins Chintha Raveendran Award 2025: Marathi writer and critic Sarankumar Limbale has been selected for the Chintha Raveendran Award for 2025. The award includes a cash prize, a memento, and a citation. It will be presented on July 26 at K.P. Kesavamenon Hall in Kozhikode, during a special event held in memory of […]
Das Paise ka Postcard Book Brings Back the Postcard Era
Das Paise ka Postcard Book Brings Back the Postcard Era: A heartfelt book titled “Das Paise ka Postcard” by S.N. Ahmed, a retired Indian Army officer, was recently launched in Hyderabad. The book reflects on a time when postcards were the main way people stayed in touch. It was released by well-known actor and director […]
