Current Affairs - Places

The new species of deep-sea isopod, Brucethoa ISRO, was discovered in Kollam, Kerala, and named after ISRO. This discovery highlights the region's rich biodiversity and the collaboration between scientific research and space exploration initiatives.

Pokhara was formally declared Nepal's tourism capital during a ceremony at Barahi Ghat, highlighting its significance as a tourism destination and aiming to enhance its recognition internationally.

The 4th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum took place in New Delhi, emphasizing collaboration among SCO Member States' startups, fostering innovation, and creating employment opportunities.

The Maharashtra Cabinet has renamed Ahmednagar district as 'Ahilya Nagar' in honour of the 18th-century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar, following a proposal announced by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in May 2023.

Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled India's fastest IP/MPLS router in Bengaluru, highlighting the city's role as a hub for technological innovation. With an impressive capacity of 2.4 Terabits per second (TBPS), this router signifies a significant leap in India's digital infrastructure, aligning with the vision of Digital India and promoting self-reliance in technology.