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India’s First Coastal and Wader Bird Census in Jamnagar, Gujarat

From January 3 to 5, 2025, Gujarat’s Jamnagar district hosted India’s inaugural census of coastal and wader birds. This significant event aimed to enhance understanding of bird populations and their habitats along the state’s coastline. The census was conducted at the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in Jamnagar, India’s first designated marine national park. Spanning […]

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Centre Launches India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster in Sikkim

Union Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched the country’s first-ever organic fisheries cluster in Soreng District, Sikkim. This initiative aims to revolutionize the aquaculture industry by promoting ecologically sustainable and chemical-free fish farming practices. The cluster will focus on providing organic, antibiotic-free, and pesticide-free fish, catering to eco-conscious markets globally. This development aligns with Sikkim’s

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First Photographic Evidence of Pallas’s Cat in Himachal Pradesh

A recent discovery in Himachal Pradesh has provided the first photographic evidence of the elusive Pallas’s cat (Otocolobus manul) in the region. Captured during a snow leopard survey in the Kinnaur area, these images offer valuable insights into the presence and distribution of this rare feline species in India. About Pallas’s Cat Physical Characteristics: Pallas’s

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India’s Metro Rail Network Surpasses 1,000 km, Becoming World’s Third Largest

As of January 2025, India has achieved a significant milestone by expanding its metro rail network to over 1,000 kilometers of operational lines, positioning it as the third-largest in the world, following China and the United States. Historical Development Kolkata Metro Initiation (1984): India’s journey into metro rail transit began with the Kolkata Metro in 1984,

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Amit Shah to Launch CBI’s BHARATPOL Portal

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, will launch the BHARATPOL portal developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on January 7, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The portal aims to facilitate real-time international police assistance and enhance India’s efforts to combat transnational crimes. Developed by the CBI, which acts

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National Bird Day 2025- A Celebration of Avian Diversity and Conservation

National Bird Day, celebrated annually on January 5, is a day dedicated to highlighting the importance of birds in our ecosystems and fostering efforts toward their conservation. This day is an opportunity to appreciate the beauty, diversity, and ecological significance of birds while raising awareness about the challenges they face due to human activities. First

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Hanoi Declared World’s Most Polluted City

Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, has recently been identified as the world’s most polluted city, with PM2.5 levels reaching 266 micrograms per cubic meter. This alarming air quality has raised significant health concerns among residents and prompted government action. Unprecedented Air Quality Levels On January 3, 2025, AirVisual reported that Hanoi’s PM2.5 levels were the highest globally,

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PM Modi Flags Off Namo Bharat RRTS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a 13-km section of the Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor on January 5, 2025. This section connects Sahibabad in Uttar Pradesh to New Ashok Nagar in Delhi and is part of the broader 82-km Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor. The RRTS aims to revolutionize regional transit by significantly reducing

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Assam elephant population rises from 5,719 to 5,828 in 7 years

Assam’s latest Elephant Population Estimate 2024 reveals an estimated 5,828 elephants, marking a rise of 109 from the previous 2017 count. This synchronised estimation exercise highlights the stability of Assam’s elephant population despite challenges such as habitat fragmentation and human-elephant conflicts. Key findings underline the critical role of Elephant Reserves and offer recommendations for improved

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India Gets Its First Glass Bridge at Kanniyakumari

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, along with several dignitaries, inaugurated India’s first-ever glass bridge in Kanniyakumari. The bridge connects two iconic landmarks Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the 133-foot Thiruvalluvar Statue enhancing Kanniyakumari’s appeal as a premier tourist destination. Built under a Rs 37-crore initiative by the Tamil Nadu government, the glass bridge aims to

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