A historic move by Saudi Arabia! The country had its first-ever fashion show. The poolside event featured fashion models dressed in swimsuits. the momentous event was held amid ongoing Red Sea Fashion Week and displayed designs of Moroccan designer Yasmin Qanzal. Most of the models walked down in one-piece numbers, including monokini and beachwears. A … Read more
Indian Space Research Organisation is betting big on its second mission to Mars after the historic success of Mangalyaan. The Indian space agency, which is already working to develop the second mission to Mars has revealed how it plans to land its mission on the Red Planet. The feat has only been achieved by the … Read more
More than 300 people were killed in flash floods that ripped through multiple provinces in Afghanistan, the UN’s World Food Programme said, as authorities declared a state of emergency and rushed to rescue the injured. Afghanistan Flash Floods Why In News What Are Flash Floods All You Need To kNow
Chinese commercial space company CAS Space announced its “space tourism vehicle” will first fly in 2027 and travel to the edge of space in 2028. The announcement comes just days after Jeff Bezos-backed Blue Origin announced that its New Shepard Rocket, which flies cargo and humans on short trips to the edge of space, would … Read more
The first set of citizenship certificates under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) was issued to 14 people on Wednesday, nearly two months after the Centre notified the rules. Under CAA, minorities persecuted on religious grounds in Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan can acquire citizenship in India. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, “Today, the Ministry of … Read more
In a devastating aftermath of torrential rain and volcanic activity, western Sumatra, Indonesia is reeling from the destruction of over 100 homes and buildings. Mount Marapi, known locally as the “Mountain of Fire,” unleashed a cascade of floods, mudslides, and cold lava, leading to a catastrophic disaster that has claimed over 40 lives, with many … Read more
Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahá¹›dayaloka-Locana have been named to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register. This is a significant achievement for India as it has been recognized for its rich literary heritage and cultural legacy. The inclusion of these three literary masterpieces on the register highlights the importance of recognizing and safeguarding the diverse … Read more
China has reclaimed its position as India’s largest trading partner, surpassing the United States after two years, according to the latest figures released by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). In the fiscal year 2024, India’s bilateral trade with China totalled $118.4 billion, with imports rising by 3.24% to $101.7 billion and exports increasing by … Read more
Aurora lights in red hues were visible from Ladakh’s pristine skies late at night, in the intervening hours between Friday and Saturday. Astronomers of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bengaluru (IIA) captured the auroras through all-sky cameras positioned around the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) in Hanle, Ladakh. Aurora Lights In India Why In News What … Read more
Two Kerala government-controlled temple boards, which together manage 2,500-odd temples in the state, have banned use of oleander flowers (locally known as arali) in temple offerings after a 24-year old woman died after accidentally chewing some oleander leaves. Oleander Flower Banned Why In News What Exactly Happened What Is Oleander How Is Oleander Used In … Read more
