CITES CoP20 The 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP20) to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora was held from 24 November to 5 December 2025 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The meeting coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Convention and was the first CITES CoP hosted in Central Asia. Key Details of CITES CoP20 Aspect Details Meeting CITES CoP20, the 20th meeting of the Conference of
Heatwaves & Lightning: Now National Disasters The 16th Finance Commission has recommended the inclusion of heatwaves and lightning in India’s list of nationally notified disasters due to their rising frequency, intensity, and death toll. The move would allow states to utilise funds from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to provide relief and assistance to affected people. What is a “Nationally Notified Disaster”? Aspect Details
Sikkim: India’s First Digital Nomad Village India’s first Digital Nomad Village was launched in Yakten, located in the Pakyong district of Sikkim, on 15 July 2025. The initiative, named ‘Nomad Sikkim’, aims to combine remote working opportunities with sustainable rural tourism and local community participation. Key Highlights Component Details Initiative India’s first Digital Nomad Village. Location
Anti-Conversion Law Implemented in Rajasthan On 8th October 2025, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde approved the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion Act, 2025. The law introduces strict provisions regarding interfaith marriages, unlawful religious conversions, penalties, and mandatory prior notification requirements. Key Provisions of the Law Provision Details Prior Notification Priests or clerics conducting interfaith marr
Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 2025 On 3rd October 2025, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde approved the Rajasthan Land Revenue (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2025. The Act amends the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 and expands the authority of RIICO over land management in industrial areas. Key Provisions of the Act Provision Details Amendment Amends the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956. RIICO Authority Expands the pow
25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 was held in Tianjin, China, from 31 August to 1 September. The summit focused on multipolarity, governance reforms, economic cooperation, institutional restructuring, and counter-terrorism coordination. Key Outcomes & Developments Aspect Details Venue Tianjin, China. Dates Held from 31 August to 1 September
Sakharov Prize 2025 The Sakharov Prize 2025 was awarded to Andrzej Poczobut and Mzia Amaghlobeli. The award recognised their contributions toward the defence of human rights, freedom of thought, and fundamental freedoms. Awardees Awardee Contribution Andrzej Poczobut Belarusian journalist and human rights advocate. Mzia Amaghlobeli Georgian journalist and founder of independent media organisations. About the Pr
Sakharov Prize 2025 The Sakharov Prize 2025 was awarded to Andrzej Poczobut and Mzia Amaghlobeli. The award recognised their contributions toward the defence of human rights, freedom of thought, and fundamental freedoms. Awardees Awardee Contribution Andrzej Poczobut Belarusian journalist and human rights advocate. Mzia Amaghlobeli Georgian journalist and founder of independent media organisations. About the Pr
Billiards/Snooker Championships IBSF World 6-Red Snooker Championship 2025 Venue: Manama, Bahrain. Champion: 16-year-old Welsh cueist Riley Powell defeated India’s snooker legend Pankaj Advani in the final. Key Fact: Pankaj Advani has won a record 28 world titles across billiards, snooker and pool. IBSF World Billiards Champion Champion: Indian cueist Sourav Kothari won the 2025 IBSF World Billiards title. Final: He defeated multiple-time winner Pankaj A
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