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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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India-China Talks Continue on Opening Shipki La Route for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

February 09, 2026

India Engages China on New Pilgrimage Corridor

India is holding ongoing discussions with China to assess the feasibility of opening an additional access point for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, including the potential use of the Shipki La Pass in Himachal Pradesh. The move reflects efforts to expand connectivity for pilgrims while maintaining coordination with existing operational routes.

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New Spiny Ant Species Polyrhachis garbhangaensis Discovered in Assam’s Garbhanga Forest

February 09, 2026

Rare Ant Species Identified Near Guwahati

A significant addition to India’s insect diversity has emerged from the Garbhanga Reserve Forest on the outskirts of Guwahati, where scientists have documented a previously unknown ant species. The finding demonstrates that forest patches located close to expanding urban centres can still host unique and scientifically valuable life forms.

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Eurasian Otter Reappears in Kashmir After Decades, Signals River Ecosystem Recovery

February 09, 2026

Eurasian Otter Returns to Kashmir’s River Systems

A notable wildlife development has emerged from the Kashmir Valley with the quiet reappearance of the Eurasian Otter across several high-altitude river stretches. Long considered absent from the region, the semi-aquatic mammal is now being documented again in mountain waterways, suggesting that relatively undisturbed habitats along the western Himalayas are enabling its gradual recolonisation.

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International Epilepsy Day 2026 Promotes Awareness and Action Through EpilepsyPledge

February 09, 2026

International Epilepsy Day Reinforces Global Commitment to Awareness

International Epilepsy Day, observed each year on the second Monday of February, brings together patients, caregivers, health professionals and advocacy groups across more than 120 countries. The observance is jointly coordinated by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), creating a shared global platform to highlight the realities of living with seizure disorders and to expand public understanding.

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