IIT-Madras Shallow Wave Basin at Discovery Campus Thaiyur is Asia’s largest marine research facility. Built with indigenous technology for coastal engineering, renewable energy, and Blue Economy research.
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Human Metapneumovirus HMPV is a respiratory virus from Pneumoviridae family identified in 2001. Learn about HMPV symptoms, treatment, prevention, and recent outbreaks in China, India, Japan.
First U.S. death from H5N1 bird flu reported in Louisiana 2025. Learn about H5N1 avian influenza transmission, symptoms, prevention, and CDC guidelines. 67 total U.S. cases since 2024.
Pritish Nandy (1951-2025), celebrated poet, journalist & filmmaker, passed away on Jan 8, 2025. Know his life, PNC films, journalism career & legacy for exams.
Section 1 of 5 🇮🇳 National News ₹50,000 Crore Investment in National Waterways The Government of India announced a major infrastructure initiative with an investment of ₹50,000 crore over the next five years for the development of the inland water transport system. 💡 Key Objectives Improve efficiency of national waterways Enhance sustainability of transport infrastructure … Read more
Lionel Messi received the US Presidential Medal of Freedom on January 5, 2025, becoming the first male footballer to receive America’s highest civilian honor from President Biden.
Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s President, is India’s Republic Day 2025 chief guest. Learn about India-Indonesia strategic partnership, trade relations, and historical ties.
Section 1 of 8 📊 Index & Rankings India Slips in Henley Passport Index 2025 India has slipped to 85th position in the Henley Passport Index 2025, down from 80th in 2024. The index, which measures visa-free access for passport holders, is compiled using data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Singapore retained the … Read more
Section 1 of 6 🌐 International News UNESCO Adds Sevdalinka to Intangible Cultural Heritage List UNESCO recognized Sevdalinka (Sevdah), a traditional folk music genre originating from the 16th-century Ottoman Empire, as Intangible Cultural Heritage. Recognition Details: Music Genre – Sevdalinka (also called Sevdah) Type – Traditional folk music Origin – 16th-century Ottoman Empire Nickname – … Read more
Section 1 of 6 📊 Index & Rankings Indian Railways Records ₹2 Lakh Crore Capex in FY25 Indian Railways achieved a capital expenditure of over ₹2 lakh crore in FY25 (up to December 2024), representing 76% of the total allocation. Capital Expenditure Breakdown: Total Capex – Over ₹2 lakh crore (76% of allocation) Gross Budgetary … Read more