Behali Wildlife Sanctuary Recent Event: Recently hosted a special ‘Butterfly Walk’ to celebrate the rich diversity of these “living jewels” of the forest ecosystem. Butterfly Diversity: Documentation of 85 butterfly species, including rare ones like the Wizard, Painted Courtesan, and Common Acacia Blue. Objective: Raise awareness among…

India has achieved a significant milestone in its pursuit of deep-sea resources by securing an exploration contract from the International Seabed Authority (ISA) to explore polymetallic sulphur nodules in the Carlsberg Ridge. The Carlsberg Ridge, a 3,00,000 sq km stretch in the Arabian Sea and northwest Indian…

Combined Commanders Conference 2025 The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the 16th Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at the Army’s Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata. The conference was in line with 2025 being the ‘Year of Reforms’ in defence. About the Conference Frequency: Held once every two years. Purpose:…

Syllabus: GS-II & V Why in the News? Recently, Andhra Pradesh Governor Justice (Retd.) S. Abdul Nazeer remarked that India ranks 148 out of 193 countries in women’s participation in Parliament, reflecting a significant gap in political empowerment. More About the News Speaking at the first national conference…

Syllabus: GS-III & V: Development  Why in the News The Government of India and the Arunachal Pradesh state government have signed a MoU for a special development package targeting the Siang Region (Siang & Upper Siang districts). This package is being done as a pre-investment activity for…

Syllabus: GS-III & V: Conservation Why In News? Every year on September 16, the world observes the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, or World Ozone Day. While ozone protection is a global issue, it has deep local relevance for Assam and the Northeast,…