Impatiens nimspurjai Himalayan plant is a new species named after Nirmal Purja. Know its discovery, habitat, family, location and exam-relevant facts. A New Plant Species Honours Nirmal Purja A newly identified Himalayan flowering plant has been named Impatiens nimspurjai in honour of renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja. The botanical recognition connects Purja’s legacy with…
World Lion Day 2026 highlights lion conservation, Asiatic lion population, threats, Gir landscape, Project Lion and India’s efforts to protect this endangered wildlife species. World Lion Day 2026: Date and Significance World Lion Day is observed every year on 10 August to create awareness about lions, their ecological importance and the conservation challenges facing their…
International Clouded Leopard Day 2026 highlights clouded leopard conservation, IUCN status, important facts, threats, habitat and India’s new action plan for protecting this rare wild cat. International Clouded Leopard Day 2026 Highlights Global Efforts to Protect a Rare Wild Cat International Clouded Leopard Day 2026 is observed to increase awareness about one of the world’s…
Glaw Lake Ramsar Site has become Arunachal Pradesh’s first Ramsar Site, taking India’s Ramsar Sites tally to 101. Know its importance, Ramsar Convention details, wetland conservation facts, and exam-related points for UPSC, PSC, SSC, Banking, Railways and Defence exams. A Landmark Achievement for Wetland Conservation India has achieved another significant milestone in environmental conservation with…
Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana aims to develop 5000 MW floating solar capacity with a ₹5070 crore investment. Know objectives, benefits, features, and exam-relevant facts about PM-SSY for UPSC, PCS, Banking, Railways and other government exams. Union Cabinet Launches a Major Floating Solar Initiative The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana…
National Catalogue of Butterflies and Moths India highlights a historic biodiversity achievement by ZSI, documenting 13,703 Lepidoptera species and providing important insights for UPSC, PCS, SSC, Railways and other government exams. India Creates the First Comprehensive National Catalogue of Lepidoptera India has achieved a landmark milestone in biodiversity conservation with the completion of the country’s…
International Tiger Day 2026 highlights the theme, history, significance, Project Tiger, and India’s tiger conservation efforts. Learn important facts for UPSC, PCS, SSC and other government exams. International Tiger Day 2026: A Global Call to Protect Tigers International Tiger Day, also known as Global Tiger Day, is observed every year on 29 July to raise…
Spain Wildfires National Emergency highlights the causes, impact, climate change connection, disaster management measures, and important facts for government exam preparation. Spain Faces an Unprecedented Wildfire Crisis Spain has declared a national emergency after massive wildfires spread rapidly across several regions, especially near Madrid and the neighboring province of Ávila. The emergency declaration comes amid…
Dr Srinivasa Kumar Tummala appointed Secretary of Ministry of Earth Sciences. Know his background, career, importance of appointment, and exam-relevant facts for UPSC, SSC, Banking and other government exams. Introduction The Government of India has appointed Dr. Srinivasa Kumar Tummala as the new Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), marking a significant development…
Biological Diversity Act Repository news: Learn how Mizoram’s Natural History Museum became India’s 21st Designated Repository under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. Explore its significance, key facts, historical background, FAQs, and MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exam preparation. Introduction In a major boost to India’s biodiversity conservation efforts, the Natural…
