Cyprus

Why in the news? Cyprus Foreign Minister visited India, to advance the India–Cyprus strategic partnership. Cyprus Location: It is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. Capital: Nicosia Share Maritime Border with Countries: Greece, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel and … Continue reading

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United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime

Why in the news? At a ceremony held in Hanoi, Vietnam, 72 of the UN member states signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. United Nations Convention against Cybercrime What is it?: It is the world’s first legally binding global … Continue reading

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Intrusion Detection System (IDS)

Why in the news? Recently, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) successfully carried out trial runs of the Intrusion Detection System (IDS) across four major sections, marking a significant step toward enhancing railway safety and preventing track intrusions. Intrusion Detection System … Continue reading

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Loktak Lake

Why in the news? A recent study by Nagaland University has established a direct link between land use and severe water pollution in Loktak Lake. Loktak Lake Location: Manipur Associated River: Rivers like Khuga, Nambul, Imphal, Kongba, Iril, and Thoubal … Continue reading

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International Solar Alliance (ISA)

Why in the new? Indian President inaugurated the opening plenary of the Eighth Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly in New Delhi, calling upon member countries to link solar energy with job creation, women’s empowerment, rural livelihoods, and … Continue reading

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National Framework for Community-Centred Conservation and Relocation (NFCCR)

Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs has stated that relocating forest-dwelling communities from tiger reserves should be undertaken only as an exceptional, voluntary, and scientifically justified measure. National Framework for Community-Centred Conservation and Relocation (NFCCR) What … Continue reading

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