Author: Sharad Natani
In a significant step toward biodiversity restoration, the Gujarat Forest Department, in collaboration with Vantara, a wildlife rescue and conservation initiative founded by Anant Ambani, has successfully reintroduced 33 spotted deer (chital) into Barda Wildlife Sanctuary. The move aims to revive the natural ecological balance, strengthen herbivore populations, and improve the overall health of the sanctuary, which spans 192.31 sq km in Porbandar district. Safe and Scientifically Guided Release The deer were translocated from Vantara’s ex-situ conservation facility in Jamnagar using specially designed wildlife ambulances. The release was carried out after thorough ecological assessments to ensure suitability and readiness of…
The Bihar government has launched ‘Bihar Bhumi’, a state-wide digital initiative aimed at modernizing land records and simplifying property management for citizens. Starting August 16, 2025, property owners across the state can now correct errors in their land documents—such as incorrect names, khata/khasra numbers, rakba, lagaan details, and entries under deceased ancestors—without visiting government offices. This step is part of the state’s broader Digital India mission, emphasizing convenience, transparency, and streamlined governance for farmers, homeowners, and other stakeholders. Priority to Deceased Ancestor Records A key feature of the campaign is the prioritization of plots registered under deceased predecessors. The heirs’…
In a landmark move to instill patriotism and awareness about India’s defense preparedness, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released two special modules on Operation Sindoor for students from Classes 3 to 12. The modules highlight India’s strong military response to the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025, which claimed 26 innocent lives. NCERT has designed the content to narrate the story of courage, discipline, and strategy displayed by the Indian Armed Forces. Two Modules, One Story of Courage Preparatory and Middle Stages (Classes 3–8): “Operation Sindoor — A Saga of Valour” opens with engaging classroom…
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is racing ahead with its ambitious Phase IV expansion project, which promises to reshape connectivity across the National Capital Region (NCR). Covering 112 km with six new corridors, the project carries an estimated cost of Rs 24,948.65 crore and aims to enhance last-mile connectivity, especially for emerging housing hubs in West Delhi and Faridabad. What’s Coming in Phase IV? The expansion will introduce 44 new stations across South, Central, and East Delhi. Importantly, three priority corridors are already under construction and expected to be operational by March 2026, while the remaining lines are set…
In a major boost to forensic science and cyber policing, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the establishment of 75 new forensic units across all districts of Uttar Pradesh. The announcement came during the inauguration of a three-day International Cyber Summit in Lucknow, themed “Dimensions of Cyber Warfare, Multilateral Legal Framework, Forensics and Strategic Countermeasures.” Strengthening Justice Through Forensic Science Highlighting the state’s focus on evidence-based investigation, the CM said that forensic evidence has been made mandatory in all crimes punishable with seven years or more, following the introduction of new criminal laws including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in July…
In a landmark announcement that cements India’s place among global space giants, ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan revealed plans for a 40-storey-high super heavy-lift rocket capable of placing a record 75,000 kg payload into low Earth orbit. Speaking at the convocation of Osmania University, Narayanan highlighted how far India has come since the days of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s first rocket, which had a liftoff mass of just 17 tonnes and carried 35 kg payloads. “Today, we are conceiving a rocket as tall as a 40-storey building that can carry 75,000 kg into orbit,” he said, drawing thunderous applause. What’s Coming…