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Zojila Pass and its Reopening: Important Facts

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has reopened the Himalayan Zojila Pass ahead of the usual schedule. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the reopening of the pass...

March 16, 2023

Fact Sheet: Bathinda Fort

India is a land of diverse cultural heritage, where the remnants of the past still stand tall and proud, bearing testimony to the country’s rich history. One such...

March 16, 2023

McMahon Line and the US’ Backing: Important Facts

Recently, two United States Senators, one Republican and one Democrat, introduced a bipartisan resolution in Congress, reaffirming the US’s recognition of the McMahon Line as the international boundary...

March 16, 2023

Fact Sheet: Lake Sils and the Latest Human Endurance Record

Lake Sils is a stunning natural wonder in the Upper Engadine valley of Grisons, Switzerland. Named after the village of Sils im Engadin, the lake is a popular...

March 15, 2023

Where is Chitwan National Park?

Chitwan National Park is the first-ever national park set up in Nepal. It was founded in 1973 as the Royal Chitwan National Park. It became a World Heritage...

March 10, 2023

Where is Sigur Plateau?

The Sigur Plateau, situated in the Nilgiri District of Tamil Nadu, is a vast plateau covering an area of 778.8 square kilometres (300.7 sq mi) and lies on...

March 10, 2023

Where is Keeladi Museum?

The Keeladi museum was inaugurated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in the Sivaganga district. This museum showcases the life of ancient Tamils during the Sangam Age....

March 10, 2023

Where is Yellowstone National Park?

Yellowstone National Park in the US, which celebrated its 151st anniversary recently, is considered the first national park in the world. The park, spanning over 9,000 sq km...

March 9, 2023

What is Chernobyl Exclusion Zone?

The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is a designated area around the site of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor disaster. It was established by the Soviet Armed Forces after the 1986...

March 9, 2023

Where is Rijksmuseum?

The Rijksmuseum is the Netherlands’ national museum. It is dedicated to Dutch arts and history. It is situated in Amsterdam in Museum Square, close to the Van Gogh...

March 8, 2023

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