September 23, 2024 Introduction: Kaziranga National Park in Assam has achieved a remarkable 86% reduction in rhino poaching since 2016. This success was highlighted by Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during World Rhino Day, showing that ongoing efforts to protect the one-horned rhinoceros are paying off. Why was Poaching a Big Problem? Between 2000 […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: In 2023, the Amazon region faced one of its worst droughts ever, leading to a significant drop in water levels in major rivers like the Solimoes. By September 2024, the water level in the Madeira River in Porto Velho dropped to just 48 cm, compared to the normal level of 332 […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: The Union Cabinet of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV). This decision is a big step for India’s space exploration goals and sets the stage for future projects, like building the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (Indian Space Station) and a […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Kumar Tuhin has been appointed as India’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Ministry of External Affairs recently announced this, and Tuhin is expected to take on his new role soon. Professional Background Tuhin is part of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), joining in 1991. He is currently the […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently spoke to a group of artisans at an event celebrating the anniversary of the PM Vishwakarma Yojana. The event took place at the Swavalambai ground in Wardha, where the Prime Minister encouraged artisans to explore business opportunities and entrepreneurship. What is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme? The […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: India and the United States have made a major agreement to create a semiconductor fabrication plant. This partnership is a big step forward in their technology collaboration, with both countries viewing it as a milestone. The project is important for areas like national security, telecommunications, and green energy and has been […]

September 21, 2024 Introduction: The 19th Divya Kala Mela was recently launched in Visakhapatnam by Governor Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, with support from dignitaries like Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar. This event is focused on empowering artisans with disabilities (Divyang artisans) and promoting inclusivity in society. Financial Support and Initiatives As part of the fair, […]

September 21, 2024 Introduction: The Indian government will host the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) from February 5 to 9, 2025. This event is aimed at boosting India’s media and entertainment sector and strengthening its global influence. Objective of WAVES WAVES will be the first global summit to cover all areas of the […]

September 21, 2024 Introduction: The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Jordan as the first country in the world to eliminate leprosy. This recognition was praised by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who highlighted the collective effort by Jordan to stop the spread of the disease and tackle the stigma associated with it. […]

September 21, 2024 Introduction: The European Union (EU) has promised to lend Ukraine up to ₹35 billion (about $39 billion) to help the country recover from the ongoing war with Russia, which started in February 2022. This loan is part of a larger financial aid package that is being coordinated by the G7 nations, a […]