Masaya Volcano: Satellite measurements of Nicaragua’s Masaya volcano suggest magma is entering one reservoir as another drains, offering clues that could improve monitoring for future hazards. Masaya Volcano is an active basaltic shield-like caldera volcano located in Nicaragua in Central America, about 20 km southeast of the capital city, Managua. It forms part of the […]
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Sukhna Wetland and Sauj Jheel
Sukhna Wetland and Sauj Jheel: India has added Sukhna Wetland and Sauj Jheel to the List of Wetlands of International Importance, bringing its total number of “Ramsar Sites” to 103. Sukhna Wetland is located in Chandigarh and at the base of the Outer Himalayas. It is a peri-urban reservoir that plays an important role in […]
Varunastra
Varunastra: The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth Rs 4,106 crore for the acquisition of a dedicated communication satellite capability, GSAT-7C for the Indian Air Force, and Varunastra Heavy Weight Torpedoes for the Indian Navy. Varunastra is a ship launched, heavy weight, electrically-propelled anti-submarine torpedo. It is capable of targeting quiet submarines, both in […]
Hornbill Festival 2026
Hornbill Festival 2026 : Nagaland has begun preparations for the 27th edition of the iconic Hornbill Festival. Hornbill Festival s celebrated at Naga Heritage Village in Nagaland. It was named after the Hornbill bird given its association with the socio-cultural life of the Nagas. It aims to promote inter-tribal interaction and preserve Nagaland’s heritage, […]
Weather Information Network and Data System
Weather Information Network and Data System: An ambitious Weather Information Network and Data System project by an Agriculture Ministry body to install automatic rain gauges and automatic weather stations in States is proceeding at a crawl due to shortage of land. Weather Information Network and Data System is a national initiative under the Pradhan Mantri […]
Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary
Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary: A recent survey camera traps revealed a rich habitat of diverse wildlife, including bears, leopards, mountain goats, and wild boars of Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary. Lankamalleswara Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Andhra Pradesh. It forms the catchment for river Pennar. The Telugu ganga canal flows into the eastern flank of the Sanctuary draining […]
Persistence of Stubble Burning in North India
Persistence of Stubble Burning in North India: The recurring issue of stubble burning in North India, particularly in Punjab and Haryana, has renewed concerns over deteriorating air quality in Delhi-NCR, highlighting the need to address the economic, technological and policy factors driving the practice.Stubble burning persists because of the paddy-wheat cropping cycle, groundwater conservation restrictions, […]
India’s Development Assistance to Bhutan
India’s Development Assistance to Bhutan: India handed over Rs. 290 crore for development projects under the Bhutanese government’s development plan, covering education, health, disaster preparedness and public infrastructure.Projects under this assistance also include the Royal University of Bhutan colleges, National Weather and Flood Warning Centre, Thimphu District Court and Gelephu General Hospital.Rs. 8.83 crore has […]
Tele-MANAS : Data
Tele-MANAS: Data India’s national mental health helpline, Tele-MANAS, has received nearly 48 lakh calls in four years. Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States (Tele MANAS) offers a wide range of mental health services. It was started by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in 2022. Aim is to provide universal access to […]
Central Electricity Authority
Central Electricity Authority: The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is organising a two-day Brainstorming Conclave on “Making Indian Power Sector AI Enabled” (International Conference-cum-Exhibition) in New Delhi. Central Electricity Authority is a statutory body established under section 3(1) of the Electricity Supply Act 1948. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Power. Functions of Central Electricity Authority: Advisory Role: […]
