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Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

March 22, 2023

The Tamil Nadu Government has announced the notification of Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, making it the 18th wildlife sanctuary in the state. Spread across 80,567 hectares in the forest areas of Anthiyur and Gobichettipalayam taluks in Erode district, the sanctuary ..

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Narayani River

March 18, 2023

Namami Gange Program is a flagship program launched by the Government of India in 2014 to clean and rejuvenate the River Ganga. The program is aimed at reducing the pollution levels and restoring the ecological balance of the river. Under ..

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Translocation of Lions of Asiatic Lions: Important Facts

March 17, 2023

Gujarat, known for its rich biodiversity and wildlife, is home to the Asiatic lion, one of the rarest and most endangered big cat species in the world. The Asiatic lion population in Gujarat is concentrated in the Gir Forest National ..

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What is East African Rift?

March 17, 2023

The East African Rift is a geological feature that stretches for 56 kilometers. It first emerged in Ethiopia’s desert in 2005. The Rift is predicted to create a new ocean and divide Africa into two separate parts. Although the emergence ..

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Golconda Fort: Important Facts and Challenges It Faces

March 16, 2023

Golconda Fort, located on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Telangana, is a historically significant fortress that dates back to the 11th century. Built by Kakatiya ruler Pratāparudra using mud walls, the fort was later handed over to the Bahmani Kings by ..

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Zojila Pass and its Reopening: Important Facts

March 16, 2023

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has reopened the Himalayan Zojila Pass ahead of the usual schedule. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the reopening of the pass and its importance. Significance of Zojila Pass The Zojila Pass is a ..

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Fact Sheet: Bathinda Fort

March 16, 2023

India is a land of diverse cultural heritage, where the remnants of the past still stand tall and proud, bearing testimony to the country’s rich history. One such iconic structure is the Bathinda Fort in Punjab, believed to be the ..

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McMahon Line and the US’ Backing: Important Facts

March 16, 2023

Recently, two United States Senators, one Republican and one Democrat, introduced a bipartisan resolution in Congress, reaffirming the US’s recognition of the McMahon Line as the international boundary between China and India in Arunachal Pradesh. The resolution also supports India’s ..

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