PM Modi Opens Z-Morh Tunnel in J&K: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Z-Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a significant milestone in improving all-weather connectivity between Srinagar and the strategic region of Ladakh.
Category: Current Affairs
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia were unanimously elected as the Secretary and Treasurer of the BCCI
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia were unanimously elected as the Secretary and Treasurer of the BCCI: The uncontested election of Devajit Saikia as the Secretary and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia as the Treasurer of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was formalized during the BCCI’s Special General Meeting (SGM) on January 12, […]
India’s Jaishankar to Join Trump’s Swearing-In Ceremony
India’s Jaishankar to Join Trump’s Swearing-In Ceremony: Dr. S. Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM), will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The inauguration is a significant event as Trump will begin his second term as the 47th President of the United States
DRDO’s HIMKAVACH multi-layer cold weather clothing system
DRDO’s HIMKAVACH multi-layer cold weather clothing system: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has unveiled the HIMKAVACH multi-layer clothing system, engineered to enhance the operational efficiency of military personnel in extreme cold conditions. This innovative apparel has successfully completed user trials, demonstrating its effectiveness in temperatures ranging from +20°C to -60°C.
Mount Ibu Erupts in North Maluku, Indonesia
Mount Ibu Erupts in North Maluku, Indonesia: Mount Ibu, situated in North Maluku, Indonesia, erupted on January 11, 2025, sending ash clouds up to 4,000 meters high and ejecting glowing lava up to two kilometers from its crater. This event has prompted authorities to issue warnings and implement safety measures for the public.
The INROAD (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Assisted Development) project
The INROAD (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Assisted Development) project: The INROAD (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Assisted Development) project, launched with a financial backing of ₹100 crore, aims to enhance the quality of natural rubber produced in India’s North-East. This initiative focuses on skill development for rubber growers and the establishment of model infrastructure, […]
IUCN Lists Western Ghats As Key Freshwater Biodiversity Hotspot
IUCN Lists Western Ghats As Key Freshwater Biodiversity Hotspot: The Western Ghats in India has been identified as a key global hotspot for threatened freshwater species by the first-ever multi-taxon global freshwater fauna assessment conducted by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List of Threatened Species. The study highlights that one-quarter of […]
Shreyas Iyer Appointed Punjab Kings Captain
Shreyas Iyer Appointed Punjab Kings Captain: Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as the captain of Punjab Kings for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The announcement was made during a special segment on the reality television show ‘Bigg Boss’, where Iyer appeared alongside teammates Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh.
Desert National Park (DNP) : Great Indian Bustards Spotted
Desert National Park (DNP) : Great Indian Bustards Spotted At least 12 Great Indian Bustards (GIBs) were recently spotted in a group at Desert National Park (DNP) in Rajasthan, in a major boost to efforts to conserve one of India’s most critically endangered species. Desert National Park (DNP) is located in the Thar Desert near […]
Foot-And-Mouth Disease : Outbreak In Germany
Foot-And-Mouth Disease : Outbreak In Germany Germany has experienced its first outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in nearly 40 years, affecting water buffalo near Berlin. Foot-and-mouth Disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of livestock that has a significant economic impact. The disease affects cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and other cloven-hoofed ruminants. It does […]
