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Solanum Pandeyi: New Wild Brinjal Species Discovered in Andaman Islands

Jun 23, 2026

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A new species of wild brinjal called Solanum pandeyi has been discovered in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. A scientist from the Botanical Survey of India found it in Middle Andaman's evergreen forest. The Great Andamanese tribe uses it for food and medicine. This discovery adds to India's rich plant biodiversity.

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Bengaluru Hosts BRICS Heads of Space Agencies Meet 2026

Jun 23, 2026

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Bengaluru is hosting the BRICS Heads of Space Agencies meet on June 23-24, 2026. India is the Chair of BRICS this year. Representatives from all 11 BRICS member countries will attend. The theme is "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." Space sustainability and cooperation will be major discussion points.

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Rare Four-Sided Stone Pillar with Buddha Parinirvana Found in Telangana

Jun 23, 2026

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A rare four-sided stone pillar with a Buddha Parinirvana sculpture was found in Bhimsari village, Adilabad district, Telangana, in June 2026. The pillar combines Buddhist, Vaishnavite, and Shaivite motifs on a single monument. Historians have dated it to the 10th century CE. This is the first such monument found in Telangana.

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Khurasani Imli: Mandu's GI-Tagged Treasure

Jun 23, 2026

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Khurasani Imli, the fruit of Mandu's Baobab tree, received the Geographical Indication tag recently. This light green fruit has a tangy sweet-sour flavour and grows in Madhya Pradesh's Mandu region. It is packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants, offering many health benefits. The GI tag will protect its unique identity and support local communities.

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US Approves $482.2 Million Military Support Package for India

Jun 23, 2026

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The United States approved a $482.2 million military support package for India on 22 June 2026. The package provides long-term maintenance and sustainment services for AH-64E Apache helicopters and M777A2 Ultra-Light Howitzers already in service. This strengthens India's defence readiness and US-India strategic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

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