Topic: Rio de Janeiro
World Water Day – Update (March, 2022)
On 22nd March, World Water Day is observed annually. This day is observed to raise awareness regarding the importance of water and its conservation. Overview: This day focuses...
Brazil Floods and Mudslides
Death toll from mudslides and floods in colonial-era city of Petropolis in Brazil increased to 117 on February 17, 2022 and was expected to increase further because of...
Nusantara-Indonesia New Capital
The Indonesians are moving to a new capital. It is East Kalimantan. It is now called ‘Nusantara’. Earlier, Jakarta was the capital of Indonesia. Nusantara East Kalimantan or...
May 20: World Bee Day
Every year May 20 is being celebrated as World Bee Day by the United Nations. The official celebrations began in 2018. Highlights The World Bee Day is celebrated...
Rio de Janeiro recognised as World Capital of Architecture 2020
Rio de Janeiro has been recognised as ‘World Capital of Architecture’ for 2020 by The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). Rio de Janeiro will be...Rio de Janeiro named as World Capital of Architecture for 2020
The Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro has been named as the World Capital of Architecture for 2020 by the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization)....
