Category: National

India has registered two high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds, taking the total number of registered livestock and poultry breeds in the country to 246. The registration certificates were presented on 16 January 2026. Event and Authority About the Newly Registered Synthetic Cattle Breeds The two newly registered synthetic cattle breeds are: 1. Karan Fries 2. Vrindavani Milk Yield Significance Broader Significance

A new scientific study has unearthed one of the most detailed climate records from peninsular India beneath Kondagai inland lake, located on the outskirts of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. Significance of the Discovery About Kondagai Lake Why Researchers Chose This Site Key Insights from the Study Source: PIB

On the occasion of the 5th Foundation Day of the CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), the SVASTIK web portal was officially launched. SVASTIK, an acronym for Scientifically Validated Societal Traditional Knowledge, is a national initiative being implemented by CSIR-NIScPR in response to the clarion call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The initiative aims to communicate India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge to society in an authentic and Read More …

The Union Ministry of Rural Development on January 12, 2026, launched the National Campaign on Entrepreneurship with the objective of strengthening enterprise development and promoting self-employment across rural India. The key aim of the campaign is to train and build the capacity of 50,000 Community Resource Persons (CRPs) in enterprise promotion and to impart Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) training to 50 lakh Self-Help Group (SHG) members under the Deendayal Antyodaya Read More …

India has reported its first scientifically verified case of pufferfish poisoning, with the incident documented from Gujarat, drawing attention to gaps in freshwater fish toxin surveillance and public awareness. Pufferfish belong to the order Tetraodontiformes and are known by various local names such as toadfish, patkafish, balloonfish, and fugu. Indian waters currently support eight genera and 32 species of pufferfish. The distribution of freshwater pufferfish in India is region-specific, primarily Read More …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on 14th January paid tribute to the courage and sacrifices of the Indian Peacekeeping Force (IPKF) personnel who were deployed in Sri Lanka under Operation Pawan, on the occasion of the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day. Remembering the bravery of Indian soldiers, the Defence Minister said that the IPKF displayed extraordinary courage while carrying out its mission in Sri Lanka. He acknowledged that many soldiers laid Read More …

Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of a state-of-the-art Biosafety Level-4 (BSL-4) Bio-Containment Facility at the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC) in Gandhinagar, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s health security and bio-safety ecosystem. The facility will be constructed at a cost of ₹362 crore over an area of 11,000 square metres. Once completed, it will become India’s second BSL-4 laboratory, after the National Institute of Read More …

The NITI Aayog has formally declared Mizoram as the ‘Ginger Capital of India’, recognising the State’s growing prominence in high-quality ginger production and its rapid expansion in output in recent years. Chief Minister’s Remarks Chief Minister Lalduhoma said the recognition is a testament to the sustained hard work, dedication and innovation of Mizoram’s farmers, who have transformed ginger cultivation into a major agricultural success story. He noted that although Mizoram Read More …

Mustard is India’s largest indigenous source of edible oil, cultivated over nearly nine million hectares. Major mustard-producing states include Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and West Bengal.The crop contributes over 4 million tonnes (mt) to India’s annual indigenous edible oil production of about 10.5–10.6 mt. Rising Threat from Orobanche aegyptiaca Mustard cultivation is increasingly under threat from Orobanche aegyptiaca, a parasitic weed that has emerged as a serious challenge, Read More …

India may have experienced a much stronger Indian Summer Monsoon (ISM) in the past than previously believed. Scientists have uncovered evidence of intense rainfall, dense forests, and significant climate variability between 1,060 and 1,725 CE in central India, preserved within sediments of Raja Rani Lake in Korba district, Chhattisgarh. Discovery from the Core Monsoon Zone (CMZ) The findings come from India’s Core Monsoon Zone (CMZ)—a climatically critical region where rainfall Read More …

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on 11 January 2026 successfully conducted the flight test of the indigenously developed Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top-attack capability against a moving target. The test was carried out at the KK Ranges in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra. Test Conducted by DRDL, Hyderabad The flight trial was conducted by DRDO’s Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, and marks a significant milestone Read More …

A joint Military–Civil Fusion (MCF) exercise, “Sanjha Shakti”, was successfully conducted from 08 to 09 January 2026 at the Diggi Range, Khadki Military Station, Pune, under the aegis of MG & G Area, Southern Command. Focus on Seamless Coordination The exercise aimed to strengthen coordination, interoperability, and joint preparedness between military and civil agencies in addressing complex security challenges and emergency situations. It showcased the ability of multiple stakeholders to Read More …

The Somnath Swabhiman Parv was organised from 8 January to 11 January 2026 as a national commemoration marking 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the Somnath Temple in January 1026. The event highlighted the enduring spirit of faith, cultural pride, and civilisational resilience associated with one of India’s most revered sacred sites. Dual Historical Milestones in 2026 The year 2026 holds special significance for Somnath. Alongside the millennium Read More …

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top-attack capability against a moving target, marking a major milestone towards its induction into the Indian Army. The third-generation “fire-and-forget” missile was tested on January 11 at the KK Ranges in Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra. The trial was carried out by DRDO’s Defence Research and Development Laboratory Read More …

The Supreme Court of India has urged the Union Government to consider introducing a ‘Romeo–Juliet’ clause in the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012. What is a ‘Romeo–Juliet’ Clause? A Romeo–Juliet clause is a legal provision that: Such clauses exist in several jurisdictions to balance child protection with adolescent autonomy. Background: POCSO Act, 2012 Key Concern Highlighted by the Court