Mummy-Papa Vote Do Campaign : Election Commission Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in Jharkhand, the Election Commission launched an innovative voter awareness campaign, “Mummy-Papa, Vote Do,” engaging schoolchildren to encourage their parents to vote. “Mummy-Papa, Vote Do” Campaign aimed at increasing voter turnout by involving children in urging their parents to vote. Over 1.7 […]
Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park : In News
Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park : In News Himachal Pradesh’s upcoming Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park in Kangra’s Dehra constituency is set to become India’s first zoo certified by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for sustainable and eco-friendly infrastructure. It is Situated in the Bankhandi area of Kangra’s Dehra assembly constituency, Himachal Pradesh. The park will […]
Gold Reserves : RBI
Gold Reserves : RBI India’s total gold reserves held by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) amount to 854.73 metric tonnes, according to the central bank’s latest report. India’s Gold Reserve Status: Total Gold Reserves: 854.73 metric tonnes, with 510.46 metric tonnes held domestically and 324.01 metric tonnes stored at the Bank of England and […]
Tiger Translocation for Genetic Diversity
Tiger Translocation for Genetic Diversity: The Odisha government translocated a tigress named Jamuna from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra to the Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Odisha. Translocation was aimed at enhancing genetic diversity in Similipal, where there are concerns about inbreeding due to a small population. In 2018, a tigress named Sundari was […]
Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary : Adult Tigress And Three Cubs Spotted
Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary : Adult Tigress And Three Cubs Spotted An adult tigress and three cubs were spotted in the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS), Goa for the first time since 2020. WLS is located near the Chorla Ghat, situated between North Goa and Belgavi. It borders both Maharashtra and Karnataka. The Mhadei River flows through […]
Mule Accounts for Money Laundering
Mule Accounts for Money Laundering: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an alert about illegal payment gateways like PeacePay, RTX Pay etc set up by transnational cybercriminals using mule bank accounts for money laundering. A mule account is a bank account used to facilitate illegal activities. A money mule is someone who transfers […]
Guidelines for Import of Live Seaweeds into India
Guidelines for Import of Live Seaweeds into India: The Centre issued the ‘Guidelines for Import of Live Seaweeds into India’ to support the import of high-quality seed materials or germplasm, aimed at enhancing livelihood opportunities for coastal communities. Guidelines: Establishes a regulatory framework with clear guidelines for live seaweed import into India, covering quarantine, risk […]
GARUD SHAKTI 24
GARUD SHAKTI 24: The Indian Army contingent, consisting of 25 skilled personnel from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), recently embarked on a journey to Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia to participate in the 9th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise, GARUD SHAKTI 24.
15th edition of the India-US joint Special Forces Exercise
15th edition of the India-US joint Special Forces Exercise: Indian Army contingent embarked on a journey to participate in the 15th edition of the India-US joint Special Forces Exercise, VAJRA PRAHAR, set to be conducted from November 2 to November 22, 2024.
Fashion world mourns the loss of Rohit Bal
Fashion world mourns the loss of Rohit Bal: The fashion world mourns the loss of Rohit Bal, an iconic Indian designer known for his mastery of textile, design, and intricate craftsmanship, who passed away on November 1, 2024, at the age of 63. Affectionately called “Gudda” by close friends, Bal’s work celebrated the rich heritage […]
