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Star Tortoise Rescued in Amrabad Fire

A slow-moving star-shelled tortoise found itself in the path of a fast-spreading ground fire in the Amrabad Tiger Reserve, but timely human intervention ensured its safety. Forest personnel...

 February 23, 2026

Giant Tortoises Return to Floreana

More than a century after their disappearance, giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island in Ecuador’s iconic Galapagos archipelago. The move marks a significant milestone in global...

 February 23, 2026

Taftan Volcano’s Subtle Uplift

A quiet volcano in southeastern Iran has shown signs of renewed internal activity. Mount Taftan has risen by about 9 cm (3.5 inches) over a span of ten...

 February 23, 2026

Baglihar Hydropower Flood Impact

Operations at the 450 MW Stage-I of the Baglihar Hydropower Project on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir have been suspended following flooding inside the powerhouse. Water...

 February 23, 2026

India–US Special Forces Drill in Himachal

India and the United States are set to deepen their military engagement with the 16th edition of the joint Special Forces exercise “Vajra Prahar,” to be conducted at...

 February 23, 2026

Operation Trashi-I in Kishtwar

A joint security operation in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir has resulted in the killing of three terrorists in an encounter in the Chatroo belt. The...

 February 23, 2026

Not Out @ 100: Divyang Cricket Festival

In a landmark initiative blending sports, inclusion, and symbolic nation-building, Madhya Pradesh inaugurated the “National Divyangjan Cricket Sports Festival-2026” in Bhopal under the theme “Not Out @ 100.”...

 February 23, 2026

ECI–SEC Round Table After 27 Years

In a significant institutional development, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is convening a National Round Table Conference with State Election Commissioners (SECs) on February 24, 2026, at...

 February 23, 2026

New GDP Base Year 2022–23: Methodology Shift

India is set to release a new series of National Accounts with FY 2022–23 as the base year on February 27, 2026. The revision, undertaken by the Ministry...

 February 21, 2026

Vajra Ghaat: Testing Artillery in the Thar

The Indian Army’s Southern Command recently conducted Exercise Vajra Ghaat at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district. The drill showcased the operational capabilities of the...

 February 21, 2026

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