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Giri’s Geckoella: Rare Gecko Spotted in Mumbai’s Aarey Forest

May 12, 2026

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A rare gecko named Cyrtodactylus varadgirii was recently seen in Aarey forest in Mumbai. Wildlife lovers and a researcher spotted it. This gecko is also called Giri’s Geckoella. It is named after scientist Varad Giri. The gecko lives only in India. It comes out at night and eats insects. It was first discovered in 2016. Scientists still do not know much about it. This topic is useful for biology and environment exams.

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West Bengal Announces Annapurna Bhandar Scheme: Rs 3,000 Monthly for Women

May 12, 2026

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On 11 May 2026, the new BJP government in West Bengal held its first cabinet meeting. After that meeting, they announced a new scheme for women. It is called Annapurna Bhandar. Under this scheme, eligible women will get Rs 3,000 per month. The money will go directly to their bank accounts. The scheme will start on 1 June 2026. It will replace or upgrade the old Lakshmir Bhandar scheme. This topic is useful for state exams and current affairs.

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CJI Surya Kant Launches "One Case, One Data" and "Su Sahay" Chatbot at Supreme Court

May 11, 2026

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On 11 May 2026, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant launched two new digital tools at the Supreme Court. The first is called "One Case, One Data." The second is an AI chatbot named "Su Sahay." These tools will connect court data from all levels. They will help people get case information easily. The National Informatics Centre built the chatbot. This move makes Indian courts more transparent and user-friendly.

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National Technology Day 2026: Why India Celebrates 11 May Every Year

May 11, 2026

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India celebrates National Technology Day on 11 May every year. This day reminds us of a big achievement. On 11 May 1998, India tested nuclear bombs at Pokhran in Rajasthan. These tests were called Pokhran-II or Operation Shakti. The government declared 11 May as National Technology Day in 1999. On the same day in 1998, India also flew its first indigenous aircraft and tested a missile. The theme for 2026 is "Responsible Innovation for Inclusive Growth." This topic is very useful for UPSC, SSC, Railway, and state exams.

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Yashoda Programme-Rajasthan Breast Milk Donation Programme

May 11, 2026

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Rajasthan is doing great work to save newborn babies. The state has set up human milk banks. These banks collect breast milk from healthy mothers. Then they give it to babies whose own mothers cannot feed them. The Barmer Mother Milk Bank has already helped over 3,000 babies. The Jeevan Dhara bank in Jaipur was the first state-run milk bank in Rajasthan. The Yashoda programme runs with help from Norway. This topic is important for medical and nursing exams.

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