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World Heritage Outlook 4 Report – Key Insights

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) published the World Heritage Outlook 4 Report in October, 2025. It evaluates the conservation status of UNESCO

India Granted US Sanctions Waiver for Chabahar Port

India has secured a six month exemption from US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port. Why in the news? Why has the US sanctioned the Chabahar

IAF to Host Special Air Show at Lachit Ghat, Guwahati – Celebrating 93 Glorious Years of Air Power

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is all set to celebrate its 93rd Anniversary with a spectacular Air Show over the Brahmaputra River at Lachit Ghat,

Indian Olympic History – Top Medalists, Records, and Iconic Moments

The Olympic Games are the essence of all global sporting events. They represent not only physical skillfulness but also the spirit of unity, dedication, and

Sarnath Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Site: Significance & History Explained

India has officially nominated the ancient Buddhist site Sarnath for the UNESCO World Heritage List under the 2025-26 nomination cycle. The place is located in

India’s Resolution on the ‘Wise Use of Wetlands’ Adopted at Ramsar COP15

Why in News? India’s Resolution on the ‘Wise Use of Wetlands’ was successfully adopted at the 15th Conference of the Contracting Parties (COP15) to the

List of Top 10 Highest Mountain Peaks in India

The mountains of India play a vital role in influencing the country’s environment. The highest mountain peaks attract tourists with their clear air and spiritual

Meghalaya: Statehood, Languages, Polity, Tribes, National Parks and Economy

Meghalaya is one of the seven northeastern states of India, and Shillong serves as its capital. The British gave Shillong the nickname “Scotland of the

India’s Path to Manufacturing Excellence

India’s manufacturing growth faces a critical bottleneck in land acquisition. Fragmented records, multiple authorities, and unclear titles create costly delays that deter investors. The Confederation

Uttarkashi Cloudburst & Flash Floods: Causes, Rescue & Disaster Management

What is the issue? On August 5, a sudden Uttarkashi cloudburst and flash flood incident shook Uttarakhand. Further, the Kheer Ganga river catchment witnessed a