Rarest of Rare Doctrine: The Kolkata R.G. Kar Medical College case and the Sharon murder case led to contrasting judgments on the death penalty, reigniting debates on the application of the ‘rarest of rare’ doctrine in India. The ‘rarest of rare’ doctrine governs the imposition of the death penalty in India. It mandates that capital […]
NAKSHA Project
NAKSHA Project: The National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) pilot project is set to launch in 152 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across 26 States and 3 Union Territories (UTs). NAKSHA (National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations) is a geospatial technology-driven land survey initiative aimed at creating and updating land records […]
4th No Money for Terror Conference
4th No Money for Terror Conference: The Union Minister of State for Home Affairs participated in the 4th No Money for Terror (NMFT) Conference in Germany. India emphasized global unity in combating terrorism, reiterated its proposal for a permanent NMFT Secretariat at New Delhi. No Money for Terror (NMFT) Conference was launched in 2018 by […]
Humpback Whale : In News
Humpback Whale: In News A 23-year-old Venezuelan kayaker, was briefly swallowed by a humpback whale while kayaking in the Strait of Magellan, Chile.The whale mistook the kayak for prey, engulfed Simancas, and released him unharmed within seconds. Humpback Whale Scientific Name: Megaptera novaeangliae A baleen whale known for its acrobatic breaches, complex songs, and long […]
Vertical Planetary Mixer
Vertical Planetary Mixer: ISRO successfully developed a 10-tonne vertical planetary mixer, the largest solid propellant mixing equipment globally, in collaboration with CMTI, Bengaluru. Vertical Planetary Mixer a high-capacity mixing system designed for processing solid propellants used in rocket motors. Ensures precise blending of hazardous and sensitive ingredients, crucial for rocket motor efficiency. Developed by: Satish […]
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 3.0: The 3rd edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 3.0), a cultural confluence between Tamil Nadu and Kashi, is being held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 3.0) coincides with Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj and provides an opportunity to visit the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya for the first time post-inauguration. […]
Neotethys Oceanic Plate and Tectonic Movements
Neotethys Oceanic Plate and Tectonic Movements: A study has revealed that the ancient Neotethys oceanic plate, which once lay between the Arabian and Eurasian continental tectonic plates, is breaking apart under the Zagros Mountains in West Asia due to plate movement.This impacts regional geography, earthquakes, and resource distribution offering valuable insights into the Earth’s deep […]
BAFTA Awards 2025
BAFTA Awards 2025: The 78th BAFTA Awards celebrated the finest achievements in cinema, with Conclave(Conclave won Best Film, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing, and Outstanding British Film.) and The Brutalist emerging as the biggest winners of the night, each securing four awards. The French musical crime drama Emilia Pérez continued its dominance, winning Best Film […]
Reliance Secures 10 GWh Battery Capacity Under PLI Scheme
Reliance Secures 10 GWh Battery Capacity Under PLI Scheme: Reliance New Energy Battery Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, has secured a 10 gigawatt-hour (GWh) capacity under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage. The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) signed a Programme Agreement with the company on […]
Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India
Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India: Google has made a significant leap in its commitment to India’s digital landscape by unveiling Ananta, its largest campus in the country. Named after the Sanskrit word meaning “infinite” or “limitless”, Ananta is not just a workplace but a hub of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. Located in […]
