Kuwait Opens First Geological Park: A Milestone in Geo-Tourism and Environmental Education

Kuwait has officially opened its first geological park, marking a defining moment for the country’s environmental, educational and tourism sectors. The new GeoPark presents an immersive outdoor learning space designed to highlight Kuwait’s natural landforms, geologic history and early human heritage. The initiative aligns with the country’s broader transition toward sustainable development and diversified economic growth beyond petroleum dependence.

Region retains heritage status due to first global white tiger discovery

Rewa district in northeastern Madhya Pradesh continues to be known as the City of White Tigers, owing to its historic association with the world’s first recorded white tiger discovered in 1951. The region, once ruled by the Baghel dynasty, gained global significance after Maharaja Martand Singh captured the tiger later named Mohan. Nearly all white tigers present in zoos today are believed to be descendants of Mohan, positioning Rewa as a centre of wildlife heritage and conservation.

128th Mann Ki Baat outlines achievements from agriculture to innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the 128th edition of Mann Ki Baat on 30 November 2025, addressing the nation on agriculture, aerospace, defence, tourism, and cultural integration. The programme highlighted India’s record 357 million tonnes foodgrain output, advancements in private-sector space capability, progress in natural farming and honey production, and the rising momentum in tourism and adventure sports. The address aimed to inspire public participation in sustainable development and “Vocal for Local” economic growth.

Nation highlights progress and strategies under NACP-V on December 1

India marked World AIDS Day 2025 on December 1 with awareness drives, policy outreach, and reiteration of its goal to eliminate AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Observed globally each year, the day underscores progress against HIV/AIDS and the need for sustained policy, medical support, and social inclusion. This year’s theme — “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response” — called for resilient systems capable of addressing health inequalities.

Samudrayaan Submersible Trials Delayed; Buoyancy Components Await Certification

India’s first manned deep-ocean expedition — Samudrayaan — has experienced a schedule setback due to delayed delivery of syntactic foam, a crucial buoyancy material manufactured abroad. The delay means that NIOT will now push the next phase of underwater tests into mid-2025, slowing progress toward India’s goal of sending a three-member crew 6,000 metres below sea level.