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Marburg Virus Disease (MVD): Filoviridae, Symptoms & Outbreak

Marburg Virus Disease (MVD): Filoviridae, Symptoms & Outbreak

Why in news? In 2026 Africa witnessed outbreaks of Marburg virus disease and researchers commenced trials for an experimental vaccine. The disease, wh...

eSARAS App: DAY-NRLM, Women's SHGs & ONDC Integration Features

eSARAS App: DAY-NRLM, Women's SHGs & ONDC Integration Features

Why in news? The Ministry of Rural Development recently announced new features for its eSARAS mobile app and fulfilment centre. The app serves as a di...

Hul Diwas: Santhal Rebellion of 1855, Damin-i-Koh & Significance

Hul Diwas: Santhal Rebellion of 1855, Damin-i-Koh & Significance

Why in news? On 30 June 2026 tribals in Jharkhand and neighbouring states observed Hul Diwas, the anniversary of the Santhal uprising of 1855. The day...

INS Trikand: Talwar-Class Frigate, Features & Maritime Exercise

INS Trikand: Talwar-Class Frigate, Features & Maritime Exercise

Why in news? The Indian Navy’s frigate INS Trikand recently took part in a multinational maritime exercise in the Arabian Sea. Its deployment showca...

Caspian Cobra (Naja oxiana): Neurotoxic Venom & India Presence

Caspian Cobra (Naja oxiana): Neurotoxic Venom & India Presence

Why in news? Recent news reports drew attention to the Caspian cobra after herpetologists confirmed its presence in parts of northern India. The speci...

Animal & Plant Discoveries 2025: ZSI, BSI Reports & New Species

Animal & Plant Discoveries 2025: ZSI, BSI Reports & New Species

Why in news? The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) recently released their annual reports Animal Discoveries 20...

NRAA: Wild Rice Conservation, REWARD Programme & Agriculture

NRAA: Wild Rice Conservation, REWARD Programme & Agriculture

Why in news? The National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) has lately been recognised for its efforts to conserve wild rice genetic resources in Assam an...

India-Greece Ties: Geography, Fintech & Economic Partnerships

India-Greece Ties: Geography, Fintech & Economic Partnerships

Why in news? India and Greece are exploring deeper economic ties, particularly in financial services, fintech and digital payments. Understanding the ...

SHE-LEAPS Platform: Empowering SHGs & Lakhpati Didi Mission

SHE-LEAPS Platform: Empowering SHGs & Lakhpati Didi Mission

Why in news? At the Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan on 29 June 2026, the Ministry of Rural Development unveiled the SHE‑LEAPS platform (Self‑Help ...

CITES Project: EPFO's Centralised IT System for Subscribers

CITES Project: EPFO's Centralised IT System for Subscribers

Why in news? The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has rolled out the Centralised IT‑Enabled System (CITES). The initiative consolidat...

Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary: Indian Gaur Reintroduction Halted

Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary: Indian Gaur Reintroduction Halted

Why in news? The Odisha Forest Department has shelved a plan to introduce Indian gaurs (wild bison) into Chandaka‑Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary. Wildli...

Taal Volcano: Phreatomagmatic Eruption in the Philippines

Taal Volcano: Phreatomagmatic Eruption in the Philippines

Why in news? On 30 June 2026, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported a brief phreatomagmatic eruption at Taal Volcano. The ex...

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