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Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF). Why in News? The snow leopard population has changed drastically from 51 (2021) to 83 (2023), including cubs. • The survey was conducted by the Wildlife Wing of the Forest Department of Himachal Pradesh. • Announced on the last day of Wildlife Week after the second complete population estimation had concluded. […]

Death of Pandit Chhannulal Mishra: A Halt to Hindustani Classical Music Overview: The eminent Hindustani classical vocalist Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, a masterful exponent of the thumri and devotional songs of Lord Ram, departed from this world in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on October 2, 2025, at the age of 89. Importance: Pandit death invoked a spiritual […]

Natural Forces and Deaths Associated with Animals in 2023 (NCRB Report) Total Deaths from Natural Forces: Six thousand four hundred forty-four individuals have succumbed to natural forces such as lightning, heat, and floods, cold-related deaths, and landslides. Deaths from Lightning: Two thousand five hundred sixty deaths, comprising 39.7% of total deaths from natural forces. Heat/Sun […]

In News? The Government of India has approved eleven biostimulants despite religious and dietary objections. The list contains animal protein based growth stimulants used in growing paddy, tomato, potato, cucumber, and chili. What Are Biostimulants? • Biostimulants are substances or microorganisms applied to plants to improve nutrient uptake, growth, and stress tolerance—without being classified as […]

Amazon Rainforest Trees Bigger: New Study Report A new study has revealed that trees in the Amazon rainforest have steadily increased in size due to the rising levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere, according to a study published on September 25. The trees are increasing in size by more than three percent every […]

India to extend its Railway Grid to Bhutan: About the Project: Recently , the Centre announced two railway projects to connect Bhutan with the bordering areas of Assam and West Bengal. The 69-km Kokrajhar (Assam)-Gelephu (Bhutan) and 20-km Banarhat (West Bengal)-Samtse (Bhutan) lines . The Two New Rail Links: Kokrajhar-Gelephu Line: This 69-km line will […]

Why in News ? Global credit rating agency Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed the Government of India’s long-term local and foreign-currency issuer ratings and the local-currency senior unsecured rating at Baa3, while retaining the short-term local-currency rating at P-3. The outlook remains stable. Key Highlights of Moody’s Assessment: Credit Strengths: India’s large and fast-growing economy. […]

About The Short-Term Local-Currency Rating (ST-LC Rating): Short-term local-currency rating is the credit ratings assigned by rating agencies (like Moody’s rating) for determining the capacity of a government or entity to meet obligations from debt instruments issued in local currency with a tenor of less than a  1 year. Short-term: It  Refers to obligations with […]

20-Point Gaza Peace Plan: Immediate Ceasefire: Both parties will stop all military activity, including air strikes of ground operations, while Israeli forces return to a designated border line to allow for hostage release. Redevelopment of Gaza: A new economic will rebuild Gaza as a vibrant, modern region for the residents to thrive. This redevelopment will […]

Polymetallic Sulphides (PMS): ISA Why in News? India has signed a landmark contract with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for exclusive rights to explore Polymetallic Sulphides (PMS) in the Carlsberg Ridge region of the Indian Ocean. With this, India becomes the first country in the world to hold two ISA contracts for PMS exploration. India […]