Context: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has reported the first flowering and seed development of Heeng at Palampur, confirming the crop’s successful adaptability to Indian conditions. About Heeng Botanical Name: Ferula assa-foetida Common Name: Asafoetida Nature: Pungent-smelling spice used extensively in Indian culinary traditions and Ayurvedic medicine. …

Context: A recent study indicates a 22% decline in the population of Emperor Penguin colonies, highlighting the species’ vulnerability to climate change.  Taxonomy & Status Scientific Name: Aptenodytes forsteri IUCN Status: Near Threatened (NT) CITES: Not listed Schedule in WPA, 1972 (India): Not applicable (non-native species) Distribution & Habitat Exclusive …

Context: India marks its return to human spaceflight after four decades with the Axiom Mission 4, operated by Axiom Space (USA), in collaboration with NASA and SpaceX. About Axiom-4 (Ax-4) Mission Feature Details Type 4th private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS) Operator Axiom Space (private US firm), …

Context: The CCPI 2025 was released, assessing the climate action performance of 63 countries and the EU, covering over 90% of global GHG emissions. About CCPI Published by: Germanwatch, Climate Action Network (CAN) International, and NewClimate Institute Started: 2005 Frequency: Annual Purpose: To track and enhance transparency in climate action …