24 coastal villages in Odisha recognised by UNESCO 24 coastal villages in Odisha have been recognized as 'Tsunami Ready' by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO (IOC-UNESCO). This recognition was given during the 2nd Global Tsunami Symposium held in Indonesia on Key Details: Dist...
Asia’s Largest and World’s Highest Imaging Cherenkov Observatory Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) inaugurated the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory at Hanle, Ladakh on October 4, 2024. Significance: MACE is Asia's largest and the world's highest imaging Cherenkov telescope. ...
India awarded by WHO for eliminating trachoma The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized India for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem. This significant achievement was announced on October 8, 2024. Recognition: India is the third country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to achi...
Saalumarada Thimmakka Botanical Garden to come up in Bengaluru The 153-acre Saalumarada Thimmakka Botanical Garden is set to come up in North Bengaluru, near Yelahanka. Location: The botanical garden will be located on 153 acres of forest land at Madappanahalli. Model: It will be modelled after Cubb...
Karnataka: Hulikanu Progressive Adivasi Wildlife Award The Hulikanu Progressive Adivasi Wildlife Award is a prestigious recognition given to tribal leaders and conservationists for their outstanding contributions to wildlife conservation and community welfare. Recipient: This year, the award goes to...