Recent discoveries in the Makum Coalfield of Assam, have provided vital information about the region’s ancient biodiversity. Researchers from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences have identified fossil...
The global nuclear weapons landscape in 2025 is defined by the presence of nine countries with nuclear capabilities. The five original nuclear powers are the United States, Russia,...
1. The NISAR mission is a joint Earth-observing satellite mission between which two space agencies? [A] National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)[B]...
Lucknow, known for its rich culture and culinary heritage, is vying for recognition as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The city has officially submitted its nomination, aiming...
Recently, a team of experts in the United States achieved a breakthrough in cancer treatment. They successfully employed step-and-shoot spot-scanning proton arc therapy, known as SPArc, to treat...
Recent studies highlight flaws in the global network of protected areas (PAs). Despite covering 17 per cent of the Earth’s land, many PAs fail to address the most...
India has achieved milestone in global animal health. The ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal has been designated as a Category A Rinderpest Holding...
The Defence Cyber Agency (DCA) of India initiated the ‘Cyber Suraksha’ exercise on June 16, 2025. This comprehensive cybersecurity drill is organised under the Integrated Defence Staff headquarters...
In recent events, Iran’s parliament is considering a bill that may lead the country to exit the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). This follows military strikes by Israel, which...
Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III from Cyprus. This is the highest civilian honour awarded by Cyprus. The award...
