Microporellus kolhapurensis: A new fungus species of polypore (bracket) named Microporellus kolhapurensis, was discovered in Bhudargad taluka in Kolhapur district. Microporellus kolhapurensis is a new fungus species of polypore (bracket). It was discovered in Bhudargad taluka in Kolhapur District, Maharashtra. The fungus was found on rotting wood. This particular Microporellus fungus species fruits from July […]
Day: July 29, 2026
National Biodiversity Authority
National Biodiversity Authority: The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) recently constituted an Expert Committee on Invasive Alien Species to address the growing ecological and socio-economic risks posed by such species across the country. National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) is an autonomous, statutory body established under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. Headquarters: Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The NBA performs […]
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2
National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2: The Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), informed the Lok Sabha about National Apprenticeship Promotion (NAPS -2) Scheme-2. National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2 is implemented throughout the country since 2022-23 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship with the aim to promote apprenticeship training […]
Kalpasar Project
Kalpasar Project: The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Gujarat’s ambitious Gulf of Khambhat (Kalpasar) Project is at an advanced stage of finalisation, the Centre informed the Rajya Sabha recently. The Kalpasar Project, or the Gulf of Khambhat Development Project, is a proposed multipurpose water infrastructure project in Gujarat. It aims to cater to the irrigation, […]
Bhargavastra
Bhargavastra: A new counter-swarm drone system called ‘Bhargavastra’ has been showcased to the army. Bhargavastra is India’s first indigenous micro-missile system designed to take on the threat of swarm drones. It was developed by the Economic Explosives Ltd. It has dual-layered kill mechanism. It combines unguided micro-rockets with a lethal radius of 20 metres and […]
Bab el-Mandeb Strait : In News
Bab el-Mandeb Strait: In News The Bab el-Mandeb Strait has returned to the geopolitical spotlight after Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement announced a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia. It is also known as the “Gate of Tears” in Arabic, referring to the large number of shipwrecks that have occurred in this region It lies at the […]
Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme
Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme: The Union Minister of Panchayati Raj launched the Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme and the SAMARTH Panchayat Portal. Atmanirbhar Panchayat Programme is a unique initiative of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. It enables Gram Panchayats and Block Panchayats to identify local assets and opportunities and develop them, with dedicated technical support from the Ministry, […]
Maharashtra to Get India’s 1st AI-Powered Bird Sanctuary
Maharashtra to Get India’s 1st AI-Powered Bird Sanctuary: Maharashtra has approved the development of a ₹45-crore Eco-Nature Park at the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, featuring India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered bird detection and monitoring centre.The sanctuary will use Artificial Intelligence-based cameras and monitoring systems to identify bird species, track migration patterns and collect scientific data. […]
India Allows FDI in Inventory-Based E-Commerce Model for Exports
India Allows FDI in Inventory-Based E-Commerce Model for Exports: The government has revised the Foreign Direct Investment policy to permit foreign-funded e-commerce entities to maintain inventories exclusively for exporting goods manufactured or produced in India. Foreign-owned e-commerce companies can now own and manage inventory in India, provided the goods are domestically produced and sold only […]
Next Teesta Tunnel Disaster: Methane Risks and Himalayan Infrastructure Vulnerability
Next Teesta Tunnel Disaster: Methane Risks and Himalayan Infrastructure Vulnerability: A sudden explosive release of suspected methane and other toxic gases inside the under-construction Head Race Tunnel of the Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project at Samardung in Sikkim’s Namchi district killed several workers and left others trapped.The incident highlights the serious safety and geological risks […]
