Pamba River: The Central Government recently initiated steps to include the Pampa River under the National River Conservation Plan (NRCP), a multi-crore initiative aimed at protecting major rivers in the country. Pamba River is the third longest river in the state of Kerala after the Periyar River and the Bharathappuzha River. Also called the ‘Dakshina […]
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Vihar Lake
Vihar Lake: In the wake of heavy rains in Mumbai over the last few days, Vihar Lake, one of the key sources of potable water for the metropolis, started overflowing. It is a man-made reservoir located near Vihar village on the Mithi River within the grounds of the Borivali National Park, which is also known […]
Lipulekh Pass : In News
Lipulekh Pass: In News India has rejected Nepal’s objections to the resumption of India-China border trade through the Lipulekh Pass, asserting that Nepal’s claims are not grounded in historical facts. Nepal claims the Lipulekh as part of its territory according to its constitution. India reaffirmed that border trade through Lipulekh Pass began in 1954 and […]
Krishna River : Flood Like Situation
Krishna River : Flood Like Situation A flood-like situation prevails across the Krishna River basin as incessant rainfall continues in the region. Krishna River is a river of south-central India. One of India’s longest rivers, it has a total course of about 800 miles (1,290 km). The river rises in western Maharashtra state in the […]
Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project
Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project: The Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board (APSPCB) recently conducted a public hearing for environmental clearance for the proposed 1,200 MW Kalai-II hydroelectric project in Anjaw district, being developed by THDC India Limited. Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project is a 1,200 MW hydropower project planned on the Lohit River (a tributary of the Brahmaputra […]
Didayi Tribe
Didayi Tribe: Champa Raspeda, a student from Odisha’s Malkangiri district, has made history by becoming the first member of the Didayi, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), to clear NEET 2025. The Didayi tribe, also known as the Didai people or Didiya tribe, is an indigenous tribal community residing in the Malkanagiri district of Odisha. […]
Sahariya Tribe
Sahariya Tribe: A remarkable genetic study conducted by researchers revealed a possible genetic link associated with the unusually high rate of tuberculosis (TB) in the Sahariya tribe of central India. It is one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) and is among the most disadvantaged and vulnerable population groups in the country. The six-lakh […]
UNHCR suspended the repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees from India
UNHCR suspended the repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees from India: The UNHCR suspended the repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees from India after some returnees were arrested in Sri Lanka for alleged violations of immigration laws.UNHCR is a UN agency mandated to protect and support refugees, stateless persons, and internally displaced people worldwide. It […]
Ravi River : Rise In Level
Ravi River : Rise In Level Continuous heavy rainfall in the hilly regions has led to a significant rise in water levels in the Ravi River recently. It is a river in northwestern India and northeastern Pakistan. It is one of the five tributaries of the Indus River that give Punjab (meaning “Five Rivers”) its […]
Mt Elbrus
Mt Elbrus: A mountaineer of Arunachal Pradesh, climbed Mt Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe. Mount El’brus is located in southwest Russia and is part of the Caucasus Mountains. It is believed that the Caucasus Mountains were formed due to the northward collision of the Arabian Plate with the Eurasian Plate. Geological studies have revealed […]