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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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Fact Sheet: Lake Sils and the Latest Human Endurance Record

March 15, 2023

Lake Sils is a stunning natural wonder in the Upper Engadine valley of Grisons, Switzerland. Named after the village of Sils im Engadin, the lake is a popular tourist destination and is known for its clear waters and surrounding mountain ..

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Where is Chitwan National Park?

March 10, 2023

Chitwan National Park is the first-ever national park set up in Nepal. It was founded in 1973 as the Royal Chitwan National Park. It became a World Heritage Site in 1984. This park encompasses a massive area of 952.63 km2 ..

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Where is Sigur Plateau?

March 10, 2023

The Sigur Plateau, situated in the Nilgiri District of Tamil Nadu, is a vast plateau covering an area of 778.8 square kilometres (300.7 sq mi) and lies on the northern slopes of the Nilgiri Hills. The plateau connects several protected ..

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