India is set to launch its first commercial utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Delhi, expected to go live by March this year. With a capacity of 20 MW (megawatt) and 40 MWh (megawatt hour), this system will store excess renewable energy, like solar and wind, and release it when demand peaks or renewable …
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The Border Security Force (BSF) of India recently refuted a claim made by a Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) officer, who purportedly asserted that Bangladesh had taken control of a 5-km stretch of Indian territory along the international border in the Ranghat area of North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. This claim, made in a video that …
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Context: PM Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa river-linking project on the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. About Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) Aim: To transfer excess water from the Ken River to the Betwa River to solve the water woes of the Bundelkhand region. It’s the …
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Context: A recent study conducted by researchers from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), USA has linked higher fluoride exposure to lower IQ in children. Key Findings of the Study Impact of Fluoride on IQ: For every 1 mg/L increase in urinary fluoride, children’s IQ drops by 63 points. Study also suggests even …
India, a land of diverse geographical features and rich cultural heritage is blessed with numerous rivers that are crucial to its ecology, economy, and society. These rivers have played an integral role throughout history by shaping civilizations, providing sustenance, and fostering trade and transportation. The river systems in India are categorized into two primary groups: …
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Context: 3 miners were confirmed dead and 6 remained trapped in a flooded coal “rat-hole” mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district. Combined teams of the Indian Army and deep sea divers from the Indian Navy are assisting the operation. What is Rat Hole Mining? It is a technique for coal extraction primarily used in Meghalaya, …
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The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has started the application process for the OPSC OCS Recruitment 2025. The Candidate preparing for the exam can apply for the OCS Online Form from the direct link. The OPSC OCS Apply Online 2025 process began on 10th January 2025. Candidates interested in applying can visit the official OPSC …
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The Arabian Sea is a prominent body of water located in the northwestern part of the Indian Ocean. It plays a crucial role in international trade, geopolitics, and the marine ecosystem. This article delves into the Arabian Sea’s map, location, surrounding countries, and its overall significance. Arabian Sea The Arabian Sea is an area of …
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Context: At least 5 people have died in the United States after a winter storm hit. The extreme weather has been caused by the expansion of the polar vortex southwards. About Polar Vortex A polar vortex is a large area of low-pressure, cold air that swirls around the Earth’s polar regions. The term vortex refers …
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Context: The Uttarakhand High Court has suspended all mining operations in Bageshwar district, citing environmental, socio-economic and safety concerns after taking suo motu cognizance of a news article. More in News The decision was based on alarming findings submitted by court-appointed commissioners regarding soapstone mining in the area. Mining activities have caused significant damage to …
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