UPSC GS 1 Bharathapuzha River News: In a tragic incident, four members of a family drowned in the Bharathapuzha river at Cheruthuruthy. About Bharathappuzha River: Definition: Bharathappuzha is the second longest river in Kerala after the Periyar River, with a length of 209 km. Often referred to as the Nile of Kerala, it is also […]
UPSC 2 Pay Commission News: The Union Cabinet has approved the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of nearly 50 lakh central government employees. Pay Commission: A Pay Commission is tasked with determining the salary structure and compensation for Central government employees and pensioners. Purpose: Establishes the salary and allowances framework for
UPSC GS 1 Siachen Glacier News: Siachen Glacier has got connected with 4G and 5G services, transforming communication for Indian Army soldiers at the world’s highest battlefield. Location: Positioned between the Saltoro Ridge to the west (a subrange of the Karakorams) and the main Karakoram Range to the east. Length and Significance: It holds the
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UPSC GS 1 Mud Volcano News: A mud volcano eruption in the Caspian Sea created a temporary ‘ghost island’ in early 2023, only for it to erode away by the end of 2024. Definition and Characteristics: A mud volcano is a small cone-shaped structure made of mud and clay, typically less than a few meters high, though some may be just a few decimeters tall. The craters are generally shallow
UPSC GS 1 Sada Region News: The land-use patterns in the Sada region are undergoing changes, with some croplands increasingly being transformed into orchards or residential areas. Sada: The term “sada” refers to a large, flat area formed over centuries due to natural erosion. It is a local term used to describe such flat-topped formations.
UPSC GS 1 Thiruvalluvar Day News: PM Modi recently remembered the great Tamil philosopher, poet and thinker Thiruvalluvar on Thiruvalluvar Day. About Thiruvalluvar Day: Initially celebrated on May 17 and 18 in 1935. Currently observed on either January 15 or 16 in Tamil Nadu as part of Pongal festivities. The day is dedicated to and
UPSC GS 1 Magh Bihu News: PM Modi recently greeted the nation on the occasion of Magh Bihu. Overview: Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu or Maghor Bihu, is a traditional harvesting festival celebrated in Assam. It is rooted in the agricultural customs of the region and takes place during the month of Magh,
UPSC GS 1 Hatti Tribes News: The vibrant Boda Tyohar festival, the largest annual celebration for the Hatti tribes of the Trans-Giri region in Himachal Pradesh, kicked off recently. Definition: The Hattis are a close-knit community named after their traditional trade of selling homegrown crops, vegetables, meat, and wool at local markets known as ‘haats.’
UPSC GS 2 International Organization for Migration (IOM) News: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is expanding its appeal for Syria to USD 73.2 million to assist more than 1.1 million people across the country. Establishment: Founded in 1951, IOM is the leading intergovernmental organization focused on migration. It collaborates closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and
UPSC GS 2 Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) News: The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) recently signed a Multi-Donor Trust Fund with International Solar Alliance aiming to mobilize $100 million to fund high-impact solar energy projects. About the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP): Alliance Composition: GEAPP
