The Colorado River faces a severe water shortage as demand exceeds supply. Recently, Arizona proposed a new method to allocate water based on actual river flows. This marks...
India’s groundwater, a vital resource for drinking and irrigation, faces a severe pollution crisis. The 2024 Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) report reveals widespread contamination by nitrates, fluoride,...
The Government of India launched the Notary Portal to modernise services under the Notaries Act, 1952 and Notaries Rules, 1956. It offers a digital platform connecting notaries appointed...
The second edition of SheLeads, UN Women’s flagship workshop for women leaders was inaugurated recently. This event follows the landmark Women’s Reservation Act, 2023, which mandates 33% reservation...
India’s Parliament passed two key maritime laws in 2025 to modernise the shipping sector. The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025, and the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024,...
The crop protection chemicals sector in India is witnessing changes in 2025. The growing scarcity of farm labour is driving demand for herbicides. These chemicals help control weeds...
India is preparing to launch its carbon market in 2026. Biochar, a carbon-rich charcoal made from agricultural and organic waste, is poised to be a key technology for...
The discovery of deposit of Nickel, Copper, and Platinum Group Elements (Ni-Cu-PGE) in Chhattisgarh’s Mahasamund district marks a key development in India’s resource sector. Awarded to Deccan Gold...
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) launched the ICMR-SHINE Initiative recently. This nationwide student outreach programme targets school students from Classes 9 to 12. It aims to...
1. Smithophis leptofasciatus, that was recently seen in news, belongs to which species? [A] Ant[B] Spider[C] Snake[D] Frog Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Snake] Notes:A new species of...
