Shellear fish: Scientists have confirmed that shellear fish climb a vertical waterfall 15 metres (50 feet) tall in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Shellear fish, whose scientific name is Parakneria thysi. It is found in the upper Congo Basin (particularly Luvilombo Falls on the Luvilombo River). It is a benthopelagic; freshwater species. Shellear’s climbing abilities […]
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INS Sunayna
INS Sunayna: The Indian Navy’s offshore patrol vessel INS Sunayna reached Male as part of its deployment under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative. It is the second Saryu-class offshore patrol vessel of the Indian Navy. It was designed and constructed indigenously by the Goa Shipyard Limited. It is based under Southern Naval Command. […]
Oak Tree
Oak Tree: The Uttarakhand High Court stayed the felling of oak trees in Mussoorie for construction by the Municipal Council. Oak belongs to the genus Quercus in the Fagaceae family. Oaks are found in diverse habitats around the world, with a broad distribution in North America, Europe, Asia and parts of Africa. They can adapt […]
Sanderling
Sanderling: A tagged shorebird Sanderling that flew more than 7,400 km from South Australia has been spotted on the remote Narcondam Island in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago. The sanderling (Calidris alba) is a small plump wading bird. Its name comes from Old English sand-yrðling and means “sand-ploughman” During the winter the sanderling is very […]
India’s Green Pathway: From Conservation to Climate Action
India’s Green Pathway: From Conservation to Climate Action India’s evolving environmental strategy, highlighted in its “Green Pathway” approach, reflects a shift from conservation to integrated climate action. Amid rising climate challenges, India is aligning biodiversity protection with economic growth and sustainability. The country is also emerging as a key global voice on climate justice and […]
World Health Day 2026
World Health Day 2026: On World Health Day 2026, experts stressed the need for a One Health approach to strengthen pandemic preparedness and ensure equitable healthcare access. World Health Day is celebrated annually on 7th April to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. It aims to draw […]
Artemis II Surpasses Apollo 13 Distance Record
Artemis II Surpasses Apollo 13 Distance Record: NASA’s Artemis II Mission has set a new record for the farthest distance travelled by humans in space, surpassing the Apollo 13 milestone of 1970. The crew travelled beyond 248,655 miles from Earth, reaching a maximum distance of about 252,756 miles. Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed lunar […]
Groundwater Pollution
Groundwater Pollution: A Parliamentary Standing Committee has raised serious concerns over groundwater contamination in 4,949 villages across 8 states, highlighting rising levels of heavy metals, fluoride, and nitrates.Groundwater pollution refers to the contamination of water stored in aquifers, wells, and underground water-bearing layers due to the presence of harmful chemicals, heavy metals, pathogens, and agricultural […]
International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP), 2026
International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP), 2026: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially commenced the International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP), 2026 for the upcoming Legislative Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. The IEVP is a premier international outreach initiative where election managers from across the globe are invited to witness the conduct of […]
Tar balls
Tar balls: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has released draft rules aimed at managing ‘tar balls’ to protect the coastline and marine environment from oil spills. Tar balls are small, dark, sticky blobs of weathered oil that form in marine environments due to oil spills or natural seeps. Tar balls are formed […]
