The National Wildlife Board (NWB) is a statutory body established under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 in India. Its main objective is to advise the central and state governments on matters relating to wildlife conservation and management in India. The NWB is responsible for advising the government on various aspects of wildlife conservation, such …
Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India. It covers an area of 38.81 square kilometers and was established in 1967 as a sanctuary for migratory birds and saltwater crocodiles. The sanctuary is situated on the southern tip of the Indian Peninsula and is known for …
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a government scheme launched in India in 2019 with the aim of providing financial support to small and marginal farmers. The scheme provides an income support of 6,000 Indian Rupees per year to farmers who own less than 2 hectares of land. The main objective of the PM-KISAN scheme …
The One Belt One Road (OBOR) Initiative, also known as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is a global infrastructure and investment program launched by the Chinese government in 2013. The initiative is aimed at reviving the ancient Silk Road trade routes and promoting economic development, trade, and connectivity between China and the rest of …
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is a global intergovernmental organization founded in 1961. Its members are primarily developed countries, including the United States, Japan, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, among others. The OECD’s mission is to promote economic growth and sustainable development, improve the standard of living, and contribute to the …
Pakke Tiger Reserve is a protected area located in the East Kameng district of the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is named after the Pakke River and was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1977, before being upgraded to a tiger reserve in 2002. The reserve covers an area of 862 square kilometers and is …
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is a global intergovernmental organization consisting of 57 member states, primarily from the Muslim-majority countries. It was established in 1969 with the goal of promoting economic, social, and political cooperation among its member states, and fostering cultural and scientific exchange. The OIC is headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and …
Olive Ridley Turtles are one of the smallest species of sea turtles and are found in warm waters throughout the world, including the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. They are known for their unique, circular nests and mass nesting events, known as arribadas, where thousands of female turtles come ashore to lay their eggs at …
OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is a global organization founded in 1960 that aims to coordinate the policies of its member countries in order to secure fair and stable prices for petroleum producers and a regular supply for consumers. OPEC currently has 15 member countries, including some of the world’s largest oil-producing nations, …
The Nilgiri Tahr, also known as the Nilgiri Ibex, is a species of wild goat found in the Nilgiri Hills of the Western Ghats in South India. It is one of the most threatened species of wild goats in the world, with a population that has declined dramatically over the past century due to habitat …