The U.S. Defense Secretary recently said that Germany has not decided whether to allow its Leopard 2 tanks to be sent to Ukraine, after a recent U.S.-led meeting of Ukraine’s allies ended with no consensus.   About Leopard 2 tank – It is a German made main battle tank. Manufacturer — Developed by German weapons… Continue reading Leopard 2 Tanks

The public sector Agriculture Insurance Company of India (AIC) has recently released meagre sums such as 4 paise, 1, 10, and 20 (rupees) as compensation against claims for damage to kharif crops of 2021, leaving farmers in Rajasthan’s Barmer area confused and unhappy.   About the AIC – It was incorporated under the Indian Companies Act… Continue reading Agriculture Insurance Company of India

Recently, a new study has found that several alien invasive plants growing together can have a detrimental effect on the biodiversities in tiger habitats in Kanha Tiger Reserve.   Details – The research paper has deciphered many negative impacts of multiple co-occurring alien plants on biodiversity and what it means for conservation in the era… Continue reading Kanha Tiger Reserve

Recently, the National Green Tribunal has directed the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board (MPPCB) to periodically monitor the activities of a cruise vessel polluting the Bhoj wetland in Bhopal, MP.   Details – The state government has permitted the operation of the cruise with a capacity of 50 passengers,… Continue reading Bhoj Wetland

The Forest department of Telangana will soon launch two more safari tours into the Amrabad Tiger Reserve in Nagarkurnool district, in an effort to promote eco-tourism.   About Amrabad Tiger Reserve – The Amrabad Tiger Reserve which is part of the Nallamala Forest track has rich Biological Diversity with several endemic species of flora and… Continue reading Amrabad Tiger Reserve

Nature enthusiasts have voiced their concern over the recent decline in the number of migratory birds visiting the Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary.   About the sanctuary – It was established in 1977. It is also known as Deer Park. Location — It is located near Santiniketan in Bolpur subdivision of Birbhum District of West Bengal. Area… Continue reading Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary

Recently once again a proposal for assigning the official tag for the Mahabali frog to come up before the State Wildlife Advisory Board which was recommended by the Kerala Forest Department.   About the ‘Mahabali Frog’ – The Mahabali frog is also known as the pignose frog. It is endemic to the Western Ghat. Habitat:… Continue reading Mahabali Frog

Recently, the Bombay High Court has quashed the write-off of Additional Tier-1 (AT1) bonds worth Rs 8,400 crore issued by Yes Bank Ltd, bringing relief to investors.   About AT1 bonds – These bonds are unsecured bonds that have perpetual tenors, are issued by banks and have no maturity date. They have a call option,… Continue reading AT-1 Bonds

The Indian Army is conducting women officers Special Selection Board for promotion from the rank of Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel. Nearly 80 women officers in the Army have been cleared so far for the rank of Colonel, making them eligible to command units in their respective arms and services for the first time. As many… Continue reading Participation of women in defence

Fearing a Chinese threat of “water wars”, India has initiated its biggest hydroelectric project of 11,000 megawatt (MW) in upper Subansiri in Arunachal Pradesh.   Background – China is building a 60,000 MW dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River. The project was announced in 2021. The Yarlung Tsangpo is the upper stream of the Brahmaputra… Continue reading Water Wars