Red-breasted Flycatcher: The Red-Breasted Flycatcher bird which migrates from Eastern Europe to escape the harsh winter was found in the Ameenpur Lake in Hyderabad. Scientific name: Ficedula parva It is a small (11-12 cm) passerine bird of the Old World Flycatcher family. It can be found occasionally feeding on figs (banyan, peepal) in our urban […]
Tag: 2nd Dec 2024
Varkala cliff
Varkala cliff: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a reply from the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and others over the deteriorating condition of Varkala cliff, a designated national geo-heritage site. It is a beautiful natural formation located in Varkala, a coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. The cliff, including both northern and […]
Urban Infrastructure Development Fund
Urban Infrastructure Development Fund: The Minister of State in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs informed in Lok Sabha that the government has set up the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) through use of priority sector lending shortfall for creating urban infrastructure in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. It was established through the […]
Exercise CINBAX
Exercise CINBAX: The 1st edition of Joint Table Top Exercise, CINBAX commenced at Foreign Training Node, Pune. Exercise CINBAX is conducted between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army. It is aimed to conduct of a joint Counter Terrorism (CT) operations. It will focus on discussions pertaining to establishment of Joint Training Task Force for […]
Solar Storm
Solar Storm: Scientists have uncovered evidence of an immense solar storm that struck Earth around 664–663 BCE. A solar storm is a sudden explosion of particles, energy, magnetic fields, and material blasted into the solar system by the Sun. The sun’s tangled magnetic fields get twisted up as the Sun rotates — with its equator […]
RS-28 Sarmat
RS-28 Sarmat: Russia is set to deploy the RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, known as ‘Satan 2’, to replace older missiles. RS-28 Sarmat is a liquid-fueled intercontinental ballistic missile developed by Russia. It is named after the Sarmatian people of the fourth and fifth century BC. It has also been referred to in the West […]
Anthrax : Female Elephant Died
Anthrax : Female Elephant Died A female elephant died due to suspected anthrax at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve recently. Anthrax is a rare but serious illness caused by a spore-forming bacterium, Bacillus anthracis. It’s found naturally in soil around the world and commonly affects livestock and wild animals. The bacteria produce spores that can live […]
Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal : In News
Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal: In News The Supreme Court of India has directed a temporary halt to the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, amid claims by Hindu petitioners that it was built on a demolished Hindu temple. Sambhal Mosque Built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Babur (1526–1530) by […]
Jay Shah Became A Youngest ICC Chairman
Jay Shah Became A Youngest ICC Chairman: Jay Shah, an experienced cricket administrator and Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), has officially commenced his tenure as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). At 36, Shah becomes the youngest to ever hold the prestigious position.
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2024
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 2024: The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, observed annually on December 2, serves as a global call to action to combat modern forms of slavery. This day emphasizes the eradication of human trafficking, forced labour, and other contemporary forms of exploitation while promoting the fundamental rights […]
