Hornets: According to a recent study, a species of hornet that often munches on foods containing alcohol can hold its liquor, without any side effects, at levels that no other known animal can tolerate. Hornets are a breed of social wasps, living in large, highly organized colonies. They are a group of 20 species occurring […]
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Nilgiri Tit Butterfly
Nilgiri Tit Butterfly: Nilgiris have recorded for the first time in India, the Nilgiri tit Butterfly (Hypolycaena nilgirica) utilising a large terrestrial orchid plant as a host. Nilgiri tit Butterfly belongs to the family Lycaenidae. It was first described in 1884 from Coonoor in the Nilgiris, it has since been recorded in Sri Lanka. It […]
Mission Basundhara 3.0 : Assam
Mission Basundhara 3.0 : Assam Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma officially launched Mission Basundhara 3.0 at an event held at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati. This ambitious initiative is designed to empower indigenous communities by providing them with formal land rights, ensuring greater security and recognition of their holdings.The world’s total public debt is […]
Global Public Debt Set to Exceed $100 Trillion, Warns IMF
Global Public Debt Set to Exceed $100 Trillion, Warns IMF: According to a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the world’s total public debt is poised to surpass $100 trillion this year for the first time. The IMF warns that this figure may rise even more rapidly than previously anticipated, driven by political […]
Pakistan Limits Chief Justice’s Term to Three Years
Pakistan Limits Chief Justice’s Term to Three Years: Pakistan enacted the Constitution (26th Amendment) Act, 2024, limiting the Chief Justice’s tenure to three years and establishing a special commission for appointing the top judge from three senior-most Supreme Court judges. The amendment received President Asif Ali Zardari’s assent after being passed by both Houses of […]
Vikram Dev Dutt Takes Charge as Coal Secretary
Vikram Dev Dutt Takes Charge as Coal Secretary: Vikram Dev Dutt, a 1993-batch IAS officer from the AGMUT cadre, has officially assumed the role of Coal Secretary. Previously serving as the Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Dutt takes over from VL Kantha Rao, who held the additional charge after Amrit […]
ECI Appoints Ajay Kumar Singh as Jharkhand’s New DGP Ahead of Elections
ECI Appoints Ajay Kumar Singh as Jharkhand’s New DGP Ahead of Elections: Ajay Kumar Singh, a senior IPS officer, has been appointed as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for Jharkhand. His selection comes from a panel of three IPS officers recommended by the State Government, following the Election Commission’s order for the immediate […]
Namo Bharat Diwas:
Namo Bharat Diwas: The first anniversary of Namo Bharat train operations was celebrated as Namo Bharat Diwas in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in India’s transportation history. The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) organized the event, attended by Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, and Union Minister of […]
Cyclone Dana
Cyclone Dana: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, predicting it will intensify into a severe cyclonic storm by October 23. The storm is expected to make landfall along the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal on October 24. It is likely that Cyclone […]
Goa Hosts 24th National Para-Swimming Championship
Goa Hosts 24th National Para-Swimming Championship: The 24th National Para-Swimming Championship commenced on 20th October in Goa, showcasing a vibrant celebration of exceptional talent and unwavering determination among athletes from across the nation. The event has attracted para-swimmers from various states, highlighting their skills and resilience in the sport.
