Eurasian Otter
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Eurasian Otter

Eurasian otters have been spotted in Gurez Valley (Kashmir) with the first live documentation in 25 years.

Potash
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Potash

Government to explore Potash mining in Punjab.

PM AJAY (Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana)
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PM AJAY (Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana)

Central Advisory Committee meeting held for PM-AJAY

Pharmaceutical Industry in India
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Pharmaceutical Industry in India

India’s pharmaceutical exports have potential to reach $350 billion by 2047: Report.

2nd National Gene Bank
Posted in Science & Technology Biotechnology

2nd National Gene Bank

As part of the Union Budget 2025-26, the Indian government has declared the creation of a second National Gene Bank, almost thirty years after the inauguration of the first one.

Prelims FACTS
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UPSC Prelims Facts – 09-10 February 2024

Swavalambini, Dashavatar Theatre, Algorithmic Trading, SARAT, Beggar Thy Neighbour Policy

Solar Sector in India
Posted in Energy and Infrastructure Economy Environment

Solar Sector in India

India Achieves Historic Milestone of 100 GW Installed Solar Power Capacity

Rhododendron
Posted in Species in news Environment

Rhododendron

A recent study highlighted the threat to Rhododendron wattii in Nagaland

Dibru Saikhowa National Park
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Dibru Saikhowa National Park

Union Environment Ministry’s Forest Advisory Committee approved the R&D proposal for Dibru Saikhowa National Park.

National Commission for Safai Karmacharis
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National Commission for Safai Karmacharis

Cabinet extended tenure of National Commission for Safai Karamcharis(NCSK) for three years.

Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
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Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary | Bar-headed Geese

The 2025 annual bird count at Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary shows a notable rise in the waterfowl population.

Prelims FACTS
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UPSC Prelims Facts – 08 February 2025

Crustaceans, Shatavari, Atacama Desert, Quipu Superstructure, Pinaka Rocket Launch System