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The Bonda Tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Odisha, has recently been in the spotlight, with the Odisha Governor emphasizing the need for comprehensive development of their homeland, Bondaghati, in the Malkangiri district. About the Bonda Tribe: Location: The Bondas are primarily found in the Khairaput block of the Malkangiri district in south Odisha, near the borders of Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. They are one of the oldest trib

Réunion Island

As part of their long-range training deployment in the southwest Indian Ocean Region, the ships of the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS)—INS Tir and ICGS Sarathi—recently arrived at Réunion Island, while INS Shardul reached Port Louis, Mauritius. This deployment is part of India's continued strategic outreach and strengthening of maritime ties in the Indian Ocean region. About Réunion Island: Réunion Island is a French overseas terri

Melioidosis Confirmed in Andhra Pradesh

Health authorities in Andhra Pradesh have recently confirmed a case of melioidosis in a patient from Turakapalem village. This has raised concerns about the potential spread of the disease, which is caused by the Burkholderia pseudomallei bacterium. About Melioidosis: Melioidosis is a potentially life-threatening infectious disease caused by the Gram-negative bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. The disease is seasonal, with the majority of cases occurring during the rainy season (75&n

All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS)

The All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) and the Situation Assessment Survey (SAS) of Agricultural Households are set to be conducted from July 2026 to June 2027. These surveys are vital tools for collecting data on household finances, agricultural livelihoods, and socio-economic conditions. All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) About AIDIS: The All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) is one of the most important surveys related to household finance in Indi

National Forest Martyrs Day

On September 11th, National Forest Martyrs Day was observed across India to honor the sacrifices made by forest department personnel and environmentalists who lost their lives while working on forest conservation. About National Forest Martyrs Day: Date of Observation: September 11th every year. Purpose: To pay tribute to the forest personnel and protective environmentalists who have laid down their lives in the service of conserving forests, wildlife, and natural resources.

Cyrtodactylus Vanarakshaka

A new species of bent-toed gecko, Cyrtodactylus vanarakshaka, has recently been recorded from the montane forests of central Assam. About Cyrtodactylus Vanarakshaka: Scientific Classification: It belongs to the Cyrtodactylus khasiensis group, a family of geckos characterized by their distinctive bent toes. Location: This species was spotted in the forested slopes of Dima Hasao’s Jatinga, which is a unique ecological transition zone located within the Barail Hills in