September 18, 2026 Introduction: A yellow-bellied sea snake washed ashore at Crystal Cove in Orange County, California, in September 2026. It was the first reported appearance of the venomous species in the state since 2018. The species is an ocean-dwelling reptile that usually lives in tropical and subtropical waters. Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake: Basic Features The […]

September 18, 2026 . Introduction: Ladakh inaugurated twin flower fields at Choglamsar and Stakna in Leh on 17 September 2026. The fields stand at 10,600 feet, or about 3,265 metres, and are described as the world’s highest-altitude flower fields. Location and Altitude The twin flower fields are located in Leh  Ladhak’s district , a Union Territory […]

September 17, 2026 Introduction: India initiated its first direct benefit transfer payments for soil carbon credits on 16-17 September 2026 to more than 2,500 smallholder farmers in Punjab and Haryana. The payments totalled over ₹2.9 crore and were linked to verified carbon credits generated through regenerative farming practices under the Aadi farmer carbon programme. Soil […]

September 17, 2026 Introduction: The Project Cheetahcompleted four years on 17 September 2026. India’s cheetah population under the project stands at 52, including 32 cheetahs born in India. The animals are located in Kuno National Park and Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. The Project Cheetah and Reintroduction History Project Cheetah began on 17 September […]