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The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M. K. Stalin, laid the foundation stone on March 4 for the Nilgiri Tahr Conservation Centre in Coimbatore through an online ceremony from Chennai. The centre will function as a hub for research, monitoring and documentation of the population of the Nilgiri tahr in the state. The initiative aims to enable evidence-based conservation planning and ensure long-term ecological stewardship for the species. Part of Read More …
Some media reports suggest that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States may be in talks with Kurdish dissident groups based in Iraq as part of efforts to challenge the regime in Iran. These reports remain unconfirmed but highlight the strategic importance of Kurdish groups in the geopolitics of West Asia. Who Are the Kurds?The Kurds are an Indo-European ethnic group indigenous to the mountainous region of West Read More …
A submarine of the United States attacked the Iranian warship IRIS Dena, which subsequently sank in the Indian Ocean, around 40 nautical miles off the southern coast of Sri Lanka near Galle. Warship Returning from International Fleet Review Rare Use of Submarine-Launched Torpedoes Understanding International Waters Under UNCLOS: Territorial Waters vs EEZInternational maritime law distinguishes between territorial waters and the EEZ:
The United States recently carried out a test launch of the LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), widely referred to as the “doomsday missile.” The test was conducted on March 3, 2026, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, according to the Air Force Global Strike Command. During the launch, the missile carried two re-entry vehicles and travelled several thousand miles before reaching its planned impact zone near the Read More …
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In line with the Union Budget 2026–27 announcement by the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has introduced a new facilitation measure enabling deferred payment of Customs duty for a newly notified category of importers called Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMIs). The guidelines have been issued through Circular No. 08/2026-Customs dated 28 February 2026. Key Features of the EMI Scheme Under Read More …
Scotland has become the first country in the United Kingdom to legalise water cremation, introducing a major change to funeral practices. The process, known as alkaline hydrolysis, offers families a third option alongside burial and traditional flame-based cremation. What Is Water Cremation? Under alkaline hydrolysis: Supporters describe the move as the most significant reform to cremation law since it was first introduced in 1902. Environmental Considerations Water cremation is often Read More …
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader since 1989, has been killed in US and Israeli airstrikes at the age of 86. Early Life and Revolution 1981 Assassination Attempt Rise to Power Regional and Global Role Governance Style Supreme Leader of Iran Sources: IE,
India and Canada have signed a landmark uranium supply agreement worth $2.6 billion, strengthening long-term cooperation in civil nuclear energy and ensuring fuel security for India’s expanding nuclear power programme. Under the agreement, Canadian mining giant Cameco will supply 22 million pounds (around 10,000 tonnes) of uranium to India between 2027 and 2035. Boost to India’s Civil Nuclear Programme The deal will provide a stable and long-term supply of uranium Read More …
Assam Agriculture Minister Atul Bora flagged off the first export consignment of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London. This marks the first time that ginger from Karbi Anglong district has been exported to the international market. The consignment was sent to London, signalling a new beginning for the district’s farmers. Boost to Farmers Karbi Anglong ginger is known for its superior quality, strong aroma, and high fibre content. The export Read More …
Indian scientists have played a key role in overturning a nearly five-decade-old model explaining how bacteria regulate gene expression, challenging long-standing textbook concepts in molecular biology. A new study led by researchers from the Bose Institute, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), in collaboration with Rutgers University, has questioned the widely accepted “sigma (σ) cycle” model of bacterial gene regulation. The findings were published in Read More …
An indigenously developed 30 kW Wide Band Gap (WBG)-based Integrated Drive System (IDS) for electric vehicle (EV) applications was launched in Chennai on 2 March, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s power electronics ecosystem. The advanced drive system has been developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Thiruvananthapuram, in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Lucas TVS under the National Mission on Read More …
India and Canada on March 2 signed a landmark $2.6 billion uranium supply agreement, marking a significant step forward in bilateral relations and clean energy cooperation. The agreement was signed during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney at Hyderabad House in the national capital. Long-Term Fuel Security for Nuclear Energy The uranium supply deal will ensure a long-term and reliable fuel source for India’s Read More …
Researchers at Nagaland University have conducted an extensive study on the genetic diversity of Musa sikkimensis, a wild banana species native to the Eastern Himalayas and Northeast India, highlighting its importance for climate resilience, food security and sustainable agricultural development. Commonly known as the ‘Darjeeling banana’ or ‘Sikkim banana’, Musa sikkimensis is a wild-seeded species that serves as a vital genetic reservoir. According to the research team, it possesses valuable Read More …