Why in the news? The Union Education Minister of India inaugurated India’s first overseas Atal Innovation Centre at IIT Delhi–Abu Dhabi campus during his UAE visit. First Overseas Atal Innovation Centre What is it?: A premier innovation hub established outside … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Philippines raised concern over China’s plan for a “nature reserve” on the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Scarborough Shoal What is it?: The Scarborough Shoal is an oceanic coral atoll that developed on top of a seamount … Continue reading →

Why in news? Vultures are reported to help mitigate the risk of disease spill overs and occurences of Pandemics. Vultures What are they?: Vultures are medium- to large-sized birds of prey. They are known for eating carrion (the bodies of … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Home Minister launched the FTI-TTP at Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Kozhikode, and Amritsar airports. Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) Aim:  Designed for faster, smoother, and safer immigration clearance. Ministry: The Ministry of Home … Continue reading →

Why in news? Mauritius Prime Minister visited India and signed MoUs. Mauritius Location: Mauritius is an Indian Ocean island country. Capital: Port Louis. Maritime Border: It shares a maritime border with Madagascar and Reunion Island. Groupings: Member of the African … Continue reading →