Tapanuli Orangutan: Scientists fear that Cyclone Senyar may have swept away a significant number of Tapanuli orangutans. The Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) is a species of orangutan found in the island of Sumatra in Indonesia. It is one of three known species of orangutan, alongside the Sumatran orangutan, found farther northwest on the island, and […]
Tag: 15th Dec 2025
Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park: After record-breaking rains, an ancient lake in Death Valley national park that had vanished has returned to view. It is a desert valley located in the southeastern part of California, United States. It is the hottest and driest place in North America. It is the location of the highest temperature ever […]
Chenchu Tribe
Chenchu Tribe: The National Sanskrit University (NSU) organised a symposium, panel discussion, and exhibition recently highlighting the unique privilege the Chenchu tribal community has with the Ahobilam shrine and the deity of Lord Narasimha. The Chenchus are a food-gathering tribe primarily residing in the Nallamalai forests of Andhra Pradesh. They are one of the Particularly […]
Uchi Pillaiyar Temple
Uchi Pillaiyar Temple: The Tamil Nadu government recently informed the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court that the deepam (lamp) was lit at the Uchipillaiyar temple mandapam in Thirupparankundram hill during Karthigai Deepam this year too as it was done for over the last 150 years. The Uchi Pillaiyar Temple, also known as Rockfort […]
International Fund for Agricultural Development : In News
International Fund for Agricultural Development: In News The Government of India highlighted country’s pioneering achievements in rural transformation and development leadership at International Fund for Agricultural Development – India Day event held in Rome. It is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the United Nations. It was established as an international financial […]
Mexico’s Senate
Mexico’s Senate: The Mexico’s Senate approved tariffs of up to 50% on imports from Asian countries, including India. Mexico is located in the southern part of North America. It shares its land borders with the United States of America, Guatemala and Belize. It is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the south and west; by […]
Poverty in India : Report
Poverty in India : Report A new research paper by Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, finds that India has “virtually eliminated” extreme poverty between 2011–12 and 2023–24. Key Highlights of the Study on Poverty: Extreme Poverty Nearly Eliminated: Poverty fell from 21.9% to 2.3% between 2011–12 and 2023–24, indicating near-elimination of extreme […]
India–Italy Business Forum 2025
India–Italy Business Forum 2025: The India–Italy Business Forum 2025 in Mumbai reinforced bilateral trade and innovation within the Strategic Partnership, while advancing resilient supply chains and high-technology collaboration. Outcomes of the India–Italy Business Forum 2025: Signing of the Agreed Minutes of the 22nd India–Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC), providing a clear and structured […]
‘Centre of Choice’ Facility for PwBD Candidates
‘Centre of Choice’ Facility for PwBD Candidates: UPSC has introduced a new ‘Centre of Choice’ facility ensuring that all Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates receive their preferred exam centre. ‘Centre of Choice’ Facility for PwBD Candidates: A new UPSC initiative guaranteeing that every PwBD applicant is allotted the exam centre they select in their […]
Policy for Auction of Coal Linkage for Seamless, Efficient & Transparent Utilisation (CoalSETU)
Policy for Auction of Coal Linkage for Seamless, Efficient & Transparent Utilisation (CoalSETU): The Union Cabinet has approved creation of a new CoalSETU window under the NRS Linkage Policy, enabling long-term coal linkages for any industrial use and exports. CoalSETU is a new auction-based coal linkage window under the Non-Regulated Sector (NRS) Linkage Policy, allowing […]
