Patrol Vessel Atal
News- Indian Coast Guard’s Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Atal’ Launched in Goa.
- Event – Indian Coast Guard’s Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) ‘Atal’ launched in Goa.
- Location – Launched at Vasco da Gama by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).
- Series – Sixth vessel in a series of eight state-of-the-art FPVs.
- Design & Build – Fully indigenously designed and built.
- Significance – Boosts coastal defense and maritime surveillance; aligns with ‘Atmanirbharta’ in defense manufacturing.
International Tiger Day
News- International Tiger Day: 29 July 2025.
- Event – International Tiger Day celebrated globally on 29 July 2025.
- Origin – Observed annually since 2010, declared at St. Petersburg to promote tiger conservation.
- India’s Achievement – Home to 3,682 tigers across 58 reserves; ranks as global leader in tiger conservation.
- Minister’s Statement – Bhupender Yadav highlighted links between tiger protection, forest health, and local livelihoods.
- About Tiger
- Scientific Name – Panthera tigris; the largest species among big cats.
- National Animal – Bengal Tiger
- Habitat – Found in forests, mangroves (like Sundarbans), and grasslands across 13 Asian countries.
- India’s Population – India has 3,682 tigers (Highest in world)
- IUCN Status –Endangered.
- Project Tiger – Launched in 1973 to protect and conserve the tiger population in India.
- Unique Feature – All tigers have unique stripe patterns.
First-ever Grassland Bird Census
News- First-ever Grassland Bird Census in Kaziranga National Park.
- Event – First-ever Grassland Bird Census conducted in Kaziranga National Park.
- Duration – Conducted from March 18 to May 25, 2025.
- Mention – Highlighted by Prime Minister in Mann ki Baat.
- Innovation – Used acoustic technology to identify bird species.
- Conducted By – Joint effort of forest department officials, conservationists, Kaziranga authorities.
- Researchers Involved – Included INSPIRE fellow Chiranjib Bora.
- Significance – Aimed at enhancing biodiversity conservation and ecological research.
Exercise Divya Drishti
News- The Indian Army successfully conducted Exercise Divya Drishti in East Sikkim.
- What – High-altitude tech demonstration by Indian Army to test AI-based surveillance and battlefield systems.
- Launched By – Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army.
- Purpose – Validate sensor-to-shooter systems and real-time decision-making in realistic combat conditions.
- Focus Area – Battlefield digitization in extreme Himalayan terrain.
- Tech Integration – AI-enabled sensors linked with communication systems.
- Drone Use – Tested synergy between UAVs, drones, and ground forces.
- Significance – Supports Atmanirbhar Bharat and Army’s Decade of Transformation goals.
IGNCA to Host National Symposium
News- IGNCA to Host National Symposium on UNESCO Recognition of the Gita and Natyashastra.
- Event – Two-day National Symposium hosted by IGNCA.
- Title – “Timeless Texts and Universal Teachings.”
- Dates & Venue – 30–31 July 2025, New Delhi.
- Purpose – To celebrate the inclusion of Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra in UNESCO’s Memory of the World International Register.
- Significance – Highlights global importance and timeless relevance of these ancient Indian texts.
- Organizer – Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA).
- UNESCO Recognition – Marks cultural and literary heritage of India on a global platform.
MCQs
Q1. When is International Tiger Day celebrated globally?
A) 5 June
B) 29 July
C) 15 August
D) 1 October
Q2. What was the main event recently conducted in Kaziranga National Park?
A) Rhino relocation drive
B) Grassland restoration project
C) First-ever Grassland Bird Census
D) Eco-tourism development program
Q3. What is the name of the Fast Patrol Vessel recently launched by the Indian Coast Guard in Goa?
A) Vikrant
B) Veer
C) Atal
D) Samrat
Q4. What is Exercise Divya Drishti?
A) A naval combat drill in the Indian Ocean
B) A desert warfare simulation
C) A high-altitude tech demonstration by the Indian Army
D) A joint exercise with foreign forces
Q5. What is the title of the symposium hosted by IGNCA on the UNESCO recognition of Indian texts?
A) Ancient Wisdom and Modern Vision
B) Eternal Teachings of India
C) Timeless Texts and Universal Teachings
D) Cultural Dialogues of the East