Iridogorgia Chewbacca: Scientists have discovered a unique deep-sea coral and given it the name Iridogorgia Chewbacca. Iridogorgia Chewbacca is a new deep-sea coral species of genus Iridogorgia. It is named after the furry Star Wars fictional character Chewbacca because of its hairy-looking branches. The species belongs to the genus Iridogorgia, a group of deep-sea corals […]
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International Red Panda Day 2025
International Red Panda Day 2025: International Red Panda Day 2025, observed on third Saturday of September this year Sept. 20, raises global awareness and action for the endangered Himalayan red panda, now fewer than 10,000 in the wild.To spotlight this endangered species and build global momentum for its protection, International Red Panda Day 2025 is […]
Red-necked Phalarope
Red-necked Phalarope: Red-necked Phalarope (Phalaropus lobatus), a rare species, has been spotted at the Nanjarayan bird for the first time. Red-necked Phalarope is a fairly small shorebird known for spinning frantically on water to stir up small invertebrates. It is found in both boreal and tundra ecosystems. Appearance and behavior of Red-necked Phalarope: The bird […]
Papikonda National Park
Papikonda National Park: A recent study has documented 51 species of herpetofauna in Papikonda National Park. Papikonda National Park is located in the East Godavari and West Godavari Districts of Andhra Pradesh. Established in 2008, the park lies along the banks of the Godavari River, encompassing a rugged landscape with steep slopes, hills, and deep […]
Striped Dolphin
Striped Dolphin: A pod of striped dolphins was recently spotted off the coast of Visakhapatnam. The striped dolphin (Stenella coeruleoalba) is a streamlined oceanic dolphin, similar in shape and size to the common dolphin. It is among the most abundant and widespread dolphins in the world. It is found in temperate and tropical waters of […]
National Tiger Conservation Authority
National Tiger Conservation Authority: The Supreme Court recently sought responses from the Centre, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), and others on a PIL seeking a CBI probe into an alleged organised tiger-poaching and illegal wildlife-trade racket operating in states like Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is a statutory body under […]
Jungle Warfare School
Jungle Warfare School: The government will set up a new Jungle Warfare School at Karreguta Hills, Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) — a former Maoist stronghold to train CRPF, DRG, CoBRA, and state police forces. Jungle Warfare School are Specialized military/police training institutions designed to teach troops survival, mobility, and combat skills in dense forest and hilly terrains. […]
National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025
National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025: MNRE launched the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025) to accelerate exploration and deployment of geothermal energy resources. National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025 is comprehensive framework issued by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) to harness India’s 10 GW geothermal potential, integrate it with renewable energy […]
New NECA 2025 Award for Influencers Promoting Energy Efficiency
New NECA 2025 Award for Influencers Promoting Energy Efficiency: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Power and its Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), has launched a new initiative under the National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025. Recognising the growing influence of digital media, this move adds a fresh category for content creators and […]
World Bamboo Day 2025
World Bamboo Day 2025: World Bamboo Day 2025 will be observed on 18 September across the globe to promote awareness about bamboo as a sustainable and versatile resource. Often called “green gold”, bamboo is vital for rural livelihoods, environmental protection, and innovation in design and industry. India, as one of the largest bamboo producers, plays […]
