It is a major sea barrier in the Netherlands that protects low-lying areas from seawater intrusion. It separates the saltwater Wadden Sea from the freshwater Ijsselmeer lake. It can help in inland navigation, freshwater management, and renewable energy generation. The … Continue reading →

The first Indian to have won a Nobel prize in literature. He was affectionately called Gurudev by Gandhiji Tagore had used the pseudonym Bhanusimha for publishing his works. He is credited with composing the national anthems of India – Jana … Continue reading →

It is a deep-water port located in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchistan province. It is on the Gulf of Oman at the mouth of the Strait of Hormuz. It is the only Iranian port having direct access to the Indian Ocean. It is … Continue reading →

Origin of Name: The virus is named after the Ebola river (Republic of Congo ) first outbreak in 1976. Cause: Ebola virus Symptoms: Early: Fever, headache, muscle pain, sore throat. Advanced: Vomiting, diarrhea, rash, organ failure, and internal/external bleeding. Incubation … Continue reading →

It was launched in 2025 by the Union Government with the aim of establishing India’s first domestic REPM manufacturing ecosystem with 6,000 MTPA (metric tonnes per annum) integrated capacity. Ministry: Ministry of Heavy Industries Duration: 7 years 2 years: facility … Continue reading →

The Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme is a government securities program launched in November 2015 under the Gold Monetisation Scheme, where the RBI issues bonds on behalf of the Government of India as a substitute for physical gold. Objective Reduce … Continue reading →