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NATO Launches Arctic Military Exercise “Cold Response 2026”

March 12, 2026

NATO Conducts Large-Scale Arctic Drills Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization has commenced its biennial Arctic military exercise “Cold Response”, running from 9 March to 19 March 2026. The large-scale drills are being held in the Arctic region amid growing geopolitical interest in the polar area, particularly following renewed discussions about the strategic significance of Greenland. The exercise also highlights the increasing role of civilian infrastructure and support systems in modern defence operations.

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Piyush Goyal Inaugurates 40th AAHAR International Food and Hospitality Fair in New Delhi

March 12, 2026

40th AAHAR International Food and Hospitality Fair Kicks Off in New Delhi

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal inaugurated the 40th edition of the AAHAR International Food and Hospitality Fair in New Delhi, marking the commencement of a five-day exhibition running from 10 to 14 March 2026. The event is jointly organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) and the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) , serving as a premier platform for the food processing, hospitality, and agriculture sectors to showcase products, technologies, and trade opportunities.

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Rare Sighting of Two Giant Oarfish Near Mexico’s Cabo San Lucas

March 12, 2026

Deep-Sea “Doomsday Fish” Oarfish Spotted Close to Shore in Mexico

Two giant Oarfish were recently observed near the shoreline of Cabo San Lucas, drawing attention from beachgoers and marine researchers. The unusual sighting occurred when people on the beach noticed one oarfish struggling close to the shore and attempted to guide it back toward deeper waters. During this effort, another oarfish was seen nearby, making the event particularly rare. Such encounters are uncommon because these deep-sea creatures typically inhabit ocean depths far from the surface.

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Tourism to Gurudongmar Lake Revives After 2023 Sikkim GLOF Disaster

March 12, 2026

North Sikkim Reopens Gurudongmar Lake Route with New Taram Chu Bridge

Tourism to Gurudongmar Lake has begun recovering after more than two years of disruption caused by the South Lhonak Lake glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in October 2023. The disaster had severely damaged roads and destroyed several bridges, cutting off access to large parts of North Sikkim. Connectivity has now improved following the reopening of the Chungthang–Lachen road and the inauguration of the 400-foot Taram Chu bridge, enabling authorities to resume issuing tourist permits for visitors travelling to the region.

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India Tests Sheshnaag-150 Long-Range Swarming Attack Drone

March 12, 2026

Indigenous Sheshnaag-150 Drone Strengthens India’s Unmanned Warfare Capability

India is strengthening its unmanned combat capabilities with the development of the Sheshnaag-150, a long-range swarming attack drone currently undergoing testing. The platform has been developed by Bengaluru-based defence startup Newspace Research Technologies and is part of India’s broader push toward indigenous unmanned warfare systems. The drone reportedly completed its maiden test flight about a year ago and is being evaluated as part of the country’s evolving military strategy involving autonomous aerial platforms.

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