Varanasi Sets Guinness World Record with Massive One-Hour Plantation Drive
This achievement took place at the Sujabad Domari area along the banks of the Ganga river.
The drive successfully broke the previous record held by China since 2018, where 1,53,981 saplings were planted in one hour.
The initiative aims to boost green cover and promote environmental sustainability in the region.
This record-breaking event was part of a larger state-wide effort to mitigate climate change through mass afforestation.
Key Facts / Static GK
Uttar Pradesh Governor: Anandiben Patel
River Ganga: India's longest river
Practice Quiz — 6 March 2026
Q1. What is the new deadline set by SEBI for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to submit their annual reports after the end of a financial year?
Q2. The 'Sudarshan' AI system launched by SEBI is primarily designed to monitor which of the following activities?
Q3. Consider the following statements regarding 'Project HANUMAN' launched by the Andhra Pradesh government: 1. It aims to reduce human-wildlife conflict and enhance wildlife rehabilitation. 2. The compensation for livestock loss is provided at a fixed rate of ₹2 lakh. 3. Four specialized Wildlife Rescue & Treatment Centres (WRTC) have been identified under the project. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q4. Which organization was responsible for developing the digital tools for India's first fully digital census (Census-2027)?
Q5. What percentage of the USD 100 million loan provided by ADB to Motilal Oswal Home Finance is specifically allocated for green-certified housing projects?
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