Hydrothermal Vents and other Geothermal Features

Hydrothermal vents are unique geological formations found on the ocean floor, where geothermally heated water is expelled through fissures in the Earth’s crust. These vents play a critical role in marine ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, and even hypotheses about the origin of life on Earth. Read here to learn more. The identification of an active hydrothermal…

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One of the most remarkable discoveries in palaeontology is the discovery of Yana, a 50,000-year-old baby mammoth, in the thawing permafrost of Yakutia, Russia.
Known for their size and ability to withstand freezing temperatures, mammoths are extinct members of the elephantid genus Mammuthus.
Mammuthus primigenius (Woolly Mammoth) is its scientific name.
They went extinct about 4,000 years ago, according to the IUCN.

A vital international shipping route, the Panama Canal has recently been in the center of geopolitical tension due to threats from former US President Donald Trump to regain control of it.
The canal, which links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, is located in Panama, Central America.

No-Detention Policy 2024: Centre Scraps the no-detention policy

No-detention Policy 2024 is the scrapping of the policy introduced years ago amid arguments and support for the decision. The No-Detention Policy (NDP) was introduced under Section 16 of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, aiming to allow every child to complete elementary education without fear of failure. Read here to learn more. The…

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The final journey of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh began from the AICC headquarters on Saturday, with Congress leaders and workers paying heartfelt tributes. His flower-adorned hearse led a solemn procession, accompanied by chants of “Manmohan Singh Amar Rahe” and “Jab tak suraj chand rahega, tab tak tera naam rahega.” Thousands of Congress workers, leaders, and admirers joined the march, reflecting the nation’s grief. Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi walked alongside Dr. Singh’s family. A statesman of humility and vision, Dr. Singh’s legacy will continue to inspire generations.

Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)

The UN General Assembly has adopted the Programme of Action for Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), 2024–2034. It builds on the Vienna Programme of Action (2014-2024) & Almaty Programme of Action (2003), which laid the groundwork for addressing challenges faced by Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs). Read here to learn more. The UN General Assembly has adopted…

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Tiger Translocation in India

Tiger Translocation in India was initiated in 2018 when two tigers from Madhya Pradesh were translocated to Odisha to increase the tiger population in the latter state. Read here to learn more about why the translocations are done. Fifteen Tigers are to be relocated from Bandhavgarh, Panna, Kanha, and Pench tiger reserves to Rajasthan, Odisha…

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An eight-member committee has been established by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to provide a framework for the moral and responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial industry.
Establishing the Framework for Responsible and Ethical Enablement of AI (FREE-AI) in the financial industry to direct the safe and moral deployment of AI.

History of Bullfighting in India and the World

The history of bullfighting varies significantly across cultures and regions. It is a traditional spectacle that involves humans and bulls in a ritualistic and often dramatic contest. In India and around the world, bullfights have faced numerous challenges due to their barbarity. Animal rights activists around the world have been fighting to get them banned…

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The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) recently decrypted an old Sanskrit inscription found in Gilgit, Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.
Written in the fourth century CE in Brahmi script, Gilgit is part of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.

Greenland has reiterated that it is not for sale, despite the US President's repeated interest in purchasing it.
East of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, is the largest island in the world, Greenland.
A separate region under the Danish monarchy.

The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of preventing malnutrition and encouraging healthy living when launching the Suposhit Gram Panchayat Abhiyan.
It is to persuade villages to implement measures that guarantee improved diet and general well-being.

Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24

The report on Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24 was released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). RBI released its annual report under the Banking Regulation Act, of 1949, highlighting the performance of the banking sector in 2023-24. Read here to learn more. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised concerns…

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