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INS Arnala Inducted as India’s First Indigenous ASW Shallow Water Craft

February 10, 2026

INS Arnala Strengthens Coastal Anti-Submarine Capability

The Indian Navy has inducted INS Arnala, the first indigenously conceived Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), marking a significant advance in domestic naval capability. The platform is tailored for operations in littoral zones, where detecting hostile submarines is technically challenging due to shallow depths and complex acoustic conditions.

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World Longest Snake Recorded: 7.22-Metre Reticulated Python Documented in Sulawesi

February 10, 2026

Record-Setting Reticulated Python Found in Indonesia

A massive female reticulated python discovered in Indonesia has been officially recognised as the longest snake ever accurately measured. The confirmation by the Guinness World Records highlights a rare instance of precise field documentation of one of the planet’s largest reptiles.

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New Trapdoor Spider Titanidiops kolhapurensis Discovered in Maharashtra Grasslands

February 10, 2026

Rare Trapdoor Spider Identified in Kolhapur

A previously unknown trapdoor spider species has been documented from the grassland habitats of Maharashtra’s Kolhapur district, drawing attention to the ecological value of peri-urban landscapes and the pressures they face from rapid land-use change. The discovery reinforces the region’s status as a biodiversity hotspot while raising concerns about habitat loss.

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Uttarakhand Launches ₹3,300-Crore Sharda River Corridor to Boost Border Tourism

February 10, 2026

Sharda Corridor Project Kicks Off in Champawat

Uttarakhand has initiated a major regional development drive with the launch of the Sharda River Corridor at Tanakpur in Champawat district. The initiative is positioned as a long-term investment in infrastructure, religious tourism, and local economic growth along the India–Nepal frontier.

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Centre Plans Comprehensive Revamp of Kondaveedu Fort to Boost Heritage Tourism

February 10, 2026

Union Push for Heritage-Led Development

The Union government has unveiled an initiative to undertake holistic development of Kondaveedu Fort in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting its historical relevance and tourism potential. The proposal aims to conserve the monument while transforming the surrounding region into a well-managed heritage destination.

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