Explained: What is a tourist entry fee and why is it charged? Sikkim has introduced a Rs 50 tourist entry fee under the Sikkim Registration of Tourist Trade Rules, 2025. This fee, collected at hotels during check-in, will fund tourism infrastructure, cleanliness, and environmental conservation. With this initiative, the state aims to balance tourism growth while preserving its fragile ecosystem.
Unique India: This is the only district in the country which is situated across two states Chitrakoot, meaning “hill of many wonders,” is uniquely divided between Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Its division stems from its location straddling the Vindhya mountain range. While most of the district lies in Uttar Pradesh, a smaller portion is part of Madhya Pradesh’s Satna district.
Is the Great Wall of China 300 years older than what was previously estimated? Archaeological excavations in Shandong province, China, have unearthed sections of the Great Wall dating back to the Western Zhou Dynasty, 300 years earlier than previously estimated. These findings, including wall segments from the Spring and Autumn period, challenge existing narratives about the Wall’s construction timeline.
Wildlife Conservation: Why it’s crucial for our planet’s future Wildlife conservation safeguards crucial services like pollination and pest control, benefiting wildlife and humans. Protecting habitats and preventing disruptions to the food chain are vital. Conserving wildlife ensures a healthy planet for future generations.
Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD turned man’s brain into glass: How is that possible? The 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated Pompeii and Herculaneum. A recent study reveals a unique discovery: A human brain, vitrified into glass by the intense heat of a pyroclastic surge.
‘Lost city of gold’ found in Egypt: The mining site which made the country rich Archaeologists have unearthed and restored Aten, a 3000-year-old gold mining complex in Egypt, revealing a bustling city with workshops, homes, temples, and administrative buildings. The site, active for centuries, produced gold for numerous dynasties.
Explained: What is an avalanche and how does it form? A devastating avalanche near Mana village in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district has trapped over 50 construction workers. The article explains avalanche formation, triggers (heavy snowfall, weak snow layers, human activity), and the influence of climate change on avalanche frequency and severity, highlighting the dangers of warmer, wetter snowpacks.
North Korea opens up for international tourism: What does it mean? After five years of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, North Korea cautiously reopened its borders to international tourism. A recent trip by tourists to the Rason marked the first significant influx of foreign visitors signals a potential revival of the tourism sector crucial to the country’s struggling economy.
National Science Day 2025: Interesting facts about Nobel laureate Sir CV Raman National Science Day, celebrated annually on February 28, commemorates Sir CV Raman’s discovery of the Raman effect in 1928. This groundbreaking work in light scattering earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, making him the first Asian and first non-white to receive the award.
Zero Discrimination Day 2025 theme: We Stand Together Zero Discrimination Day 2025, themed “We Stand Together”, highlights the vital role of communities in combating HIV/AIDS. UNAIDS urges increased support for the organisations, emphasising legal registration, stable funding, and government partnerships to achieve the 2030 HIV targets and end AIDS. The call to action emphasises community autonomy, justice, and health equity.
