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The two-week-long wildfire that hit the Dzukou valley was doused on 12th January 2021 with efforts from NDRF and IAF. Take a look at the details of Dzukou valley, the wildfire causes and its impact here.
3 days ago
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Take a look at the article listed below listing all the key details, significance and other features of the World's largest Solar power plant being built at Omkareshwar Dam, Madhya Pradesh.
Jan 8, 2021
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A Statement on Climate of India during 2020 has been issued by the Climate Research and Services (CRS) of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is mentioned that the year 2020 was the eighth warmest year on record since 1901. Let us have a look in detail at the State of the Climate Report 2020.
Jan 8, 2021
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North East’s first-ever specialised "Ginger" Processing Plant at Ri-Bhoui district in Meghalaya has been revived and is likely to become functional this year i.e., 2021.
Jan 6, 2021
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Know all about the estuarine farming type called Khazan Agriculture system here. Be aware of the benefits of Khazan farming, its issues, the location, community benefits etc here
Jan 6, 2021
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In a bid to conserve pollinators, India's first 'Pollinator Park' opened in Uttarakhand's Haldwani (Nanital district) on 29 December 2020 and is spread over 4 acres of land.
Jan 5, 2021
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Recently the government has made the High-Security Number Plates, HSRP mandatory. Know all the details of the HSR plates, their advantages, the use and their significance here
Dec 29, 2020
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Ramsar Wetland Convention is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. Here is a quiz of 10 questions based on it with explanations and answers. Check your knowledge for UPSC Civil Services Exam and other exams for this topic here. Check it out below
Dec 28, 2020
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Any wetland site which is listed under the Ramsar Convention is called as a Ramsar site. There are a total of 42 Ramsar Sites in India. Read the article to know more about it.
Dec 28, 2020
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Here is a GK Quiz to test your awareness. Answer the following questions related to current and static events. Check your knowledge and also find the explanation of the questions below.
Dec 22, 2020
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Hydroponics is a type of horticulture where plants are grown without the use of soil in mineral-rich water (aqueous solvent).
Dec 21, 2020
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The Indian Navy is planning to fit Li-ion batteries in its future submarines, replacing the traditional lead-acid batteries.
Dec 16, 2020
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This article will guide you about deep-sea mining, its importance, impact on the environment, and India's proposed 'Samudrayaan' project.
Dec 16, 2020
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In this article, we have given a short note on the economic importance of the Algae along with their typology and classification, which is very useful for competitive examinations like UPSC-prelims, SSC, State Services, NDA, CDS, and Railways, etc.
Dec 15, 2020
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Mount Everest has a new revised registered height now. China and Nepal jointly announced its new height in a virtual ceremony. Know why Mount Everest's height changes, measurement methods followed since ages and more here
Dec 15, 2020