5th International Conference On Disaster Resilient Infrastructure: The latest conference, the 5th International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI) 2023, was held on 4th and 5th of April 2023 in New Delhi, India. It is the annual conference of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) and its partners. International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure […]
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Ladakh’s Wood Carving : GI Tag
Ladakh’s Wood Carving : GI Tag In a major recognition for Ladakh, its wood carving has been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. Ladakh’s wood carving has been known for its intricate designs and unique patterns. The designs and unique patterns, are mostly inspired by Buddhist themes and motifs. The wood carvings are made from […]
India’s Economic Growth Rate Forecast : World Bank
India’s Economic Growth Rate Forecast : World Bank The World Bank has released a report titled “South Asia Economic Focus: Expanding Opportunities: Toward Inclusive Growth,” which provides an economic forecast for India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. Major Highlights of the World Bank Report: India’s growth rate has been downgraded to 6.3% for FY 2023-24 ,and […]
Avalanche Hit Sikkim’s Nathu La
Avalanche Hit Sikkim’s Nathu La: A massive Avalanche hit Sikkim’s Nathu La. An avalanche is a sudden, rapid flow of snow, ice, and debris down a mountain or slope. It can be triggered by various factors such as heavy snowfall, rapid temperature changes, or human activity. Many regions that are prone to avalanches have specialized […]
2023 Water Conference
2023 Water Conference: In the United Nations, the 2023 Water Conference was held in New York on March 22-24 in which participant members were informed about W12+ Blueprint and its potential. W12+ Blueprint is a UNESCO platform that hosts city profiles and case studies of programs, technologies, and policies that address common water security challenges. […]
Pair Of Quasars Discovered
Pair Of Quasars Discovered: The Hubble Space Telescope recently discovered a pair of quasars from the early universe. A quasar is an extremely active and luminous type of active galactic nucleus (AGN). An AGN is nothing more than a supermassive black hole that is active and feeding at the center of a galaxy. The brightest […]
Kurmi Community Protest
Kurmi Community Protest: Train services were recently disrupted in Bankura, Purulia and West Midnapore districts of West Bengal following rail-blockade agitation by the Kurmi community. Kurmi community is traditionally a non-elite tiller caste in the lower Gangetic plain of India, especially southern regions of Awadh, eastern Uttar Pradesh and parts of Bihar. The Kurmis came […]
Vaikom Satyagraha
Vaikom Satyagraha: As the year 2024 marks the centenary of the Vaikom Satyagraha, Chief Minister of Kerala and Tamil Nadu jointly inaugurated the centenary celebrations. Vaikom Satyagraha was a movement in Travancore (modern-day Kerala) for temple entry of the depressed classes. It took place near the Shiva Temple at Vaikom, Kottayam district, Kerala during 1924-25. […]
World Energy Transitions Outlook Report
World Energy Transitions Outlook Report: The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) released the World Energy Transitions Outlook report. Highlights of the report: The global energy transition is still “off-track” and falls short of the 1.5 degrees Celsius pathway. To keep 1.5°C alive, deployment levels must grow from some 3,000 gigawatts (GW) at present to over […]
Dhawan II Engine
Dhawan II Engine: A private space vehicle company Skyroot Aerospace test-fired its 3D-printed Dhawan II engine. Dhawan II engine is a 3D-printed cryogenic engine developed by the Skyroot Aerospace for its heavier vehicle, the Vikram II rocket. It uses a 3D-printed torch igniter and bellows actuated cryo-injection valve with a quick response time. It utilises […]
