Yellow-Legged Buttonquail : Spotted An elusive and an uncommon breeding migrant bird Yellow legged Buttonquail bird was recently spotted in urban areas of Bopal-Ghuma in Ahmedabad city. Yellow-Legged Buttonquail is a small bird species that belongs to the family Turnicidae. Scientific Name: Turnix Tanki This species is native to a variety of habitats across the […]
Tag: 17th Jul 2024
APSTAR-6E Satellite
APSTAR-6E Satellite: China’s APSTAR-6E satellite has officially begun operating after successfully passing technical reviews both in orbit and on the ground in Hong Kong. APSTAR-6E Satellite is China’s first all-electric propulsion communication satellite. Developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), this satellite operates in geostationary orbit. Launched via a Long March-2C rocket […]
International Civil Aviation Organization
International Civil Aviation Organization: India is set to host the second Asia Pacific (APAC) ministerial conference on civil aviation, which will be jointly organised by the Indian government and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). ICAO is an intergovernmental specialized agency of the United Nations (UN). It was established in 1947 by the Convention […]
Vishalgad Fort : Anti Enchroachment Drive
Vishalgad Fort : Anti Enchroachment Drive The anti-encroachment drive at Vishalgad Fort took an ugly turn recently after miscreants resorted to violence, roughed up the local shopkeepers, and pelted stones at policemen on duty at the fort premises. Vishalgad Fort is an ancient fort situated at Vishalgad village in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra. Also called […]
World Heritage Young Professionals Forum
World Heritage Young Professionals Forum: As an integral part of the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee and in the framework of the UNESCO World Heritage Education Programme, the Ministry of Culture is hosting the 2024 World Heritage Young Professionals Forum. It serves as a platform by bringing young people and heritage experts together […]
U-WIN Portal
U-WIN Portal: The U-WIN portal, a replication of the Covid-19 vaccine management system Co-WIN, is set for a pan-India launch likely by the end of August. U-WIN Portal is aiming to maintain an electronic registry of routine immunizations. Currently, U-WIN is in pilot mode across all states and Union Territories, except for West Bengal. It […]
FishMIP Initiative
FishMIP Initiative: The report produced by the Ecosystem Model Intercomparison Project (FishMIP) projects that exploitable fish biomass declined more than 10 per cent, particularly under the high-emissions scenario, by mid-century for many regions of the world. Fisheries and Marine Ecosystem Model Intercomparison Project (FishMIP) was officially launched in 2013. It provides knowledge to industry and […]
Kashmir Willow : Global Attention
Kashmir Willow : Global Attention Over the last few years, bats made of Kashmiri willow have been attracting global attention after making appearance in international games. Kashmir willow is mainly grown in Kashmir region of India. It is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 meters (98 feet). It has slender trunks and […]
Report Of India’s G20 Task Force On DPI
Report Of India’s G20 Task Force On DPI: India’s increasing influence in the digital sphere has been globally acknowledged, particularly through its advancements in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). The recent Report of India’s G20 Task Force on DPI highlighted India’s leadership in this domain and urged the country to proactively extend its digital solutions to […]
Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas
Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas: The declaration of 25th June as Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas serves as a poignant reminder of the period when the Constitution of India was undermined, particularly during the Emergency imposed in 1975. The Prime Minister of India emphasised that this day will pay homage to all those who suffered from the excesses of […]
