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[pib] India’s first modern Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plant

Why in the News? PM Modi inaugurated the 100 TPD cattle dung-based Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant in Gwalior. About the… Continue reading [pib] India’s first modern Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plant

What is Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched at Brazil G20?

Why in the News? The recent G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, featured the official launch of the… Continue reading What is Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched at Brazil G20?

International Cooperative Alliance (ICA)

Why in the News? India is set to host the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Global Cooperative Conference in Delhi this… Continue reading International Cooperative Alliance (ICA)

International Criminal Court (ICC)

Why in the News? The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accusing them… Continue reading International Criminal Court (ICC)

In news: Ashtamudi Lake

Why in the News? Several dead fish are floating on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake in Kerala due to illegal… Continue reading In news: Ashtamudi Lake

[22nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India needs an environmental health regulatory agency

PYQ Relevance:Q) “The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme… Continue reading [22nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: India needs an environmental health regulatory agency

A bilateral investment treaty with a ‘bit’ of change

Why in the News? The bilateral investment treaty (BIT) between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), signed earlier this… Continue reading A bilateral investment treaty with a ‘bit’ of change

[pib] India’s First Indigenous Antibiotic: Nafithromycin

Why in the News? The Ministry of Science & Technology has launched Nafithromycin, India’s first indigenous antibiotic to combat drug-resistant… Continue reading [pib] India’s First Indigenous Antibiotic: Nafithromycin

Species in news: King Cobra

Why in the News? A 12-year study by researchers from the Kalinga Centre for Rainforest Ecology has revealed that the… Continue reading Species in news: King Cobra

Project Veer Gatha 4.0

Why in the News? Over 1.76 crore school students participated in Project Veer Gatha 4.0, sharing creative tributes to the… Continue reading Project Veer Gatha 4.0

Why India’s trade deficit is not necessarily a weakness?

Why in the News? India’s ongoing trade deficit, where imports exceed exports, is often viewed as a sign of weakness… Continue reading Why India’s trade deficit is not necessarily a weakness?

Coffee Board devises road map with eye on doubling production, exports

Why in the News? The Coffee Board of India has launched a 10-year roadmap with a goal to double the… Continue reading Coffee Board devises road map with eye on doubling production, exports

Chancay Port Project in Peru

Why in the News? The Chancay Port was inaugurated in Peru by Chinese President Xi Jinping. About Chancay Port Project:… Continue reading Chancay Port Project in Peru

[pib] MJS launches ‘Bhu-Neer’ Portal for Ground Water Withdrawal Permits

Why in the News? The ‘Bhu-Neer’ Portal was digitally launched by Minister of Jal Shakti, during the India Water Week… Continue reading [pib] MJS launches ‘Bhu-Neer’ Portal for Ground Water Withdrawal Permits

How India could counter the CBAM?

Why in the News? India has called protectionist policies like the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), Corporate Sustainability Due… Continue reading How India could counter the CBAM?

Telangana’s new EV policy

Why in the News? The Telangana government has decided to completely waive road tax and registration fees for people buying… Continue reading Telangana’s new EV policy

[pib] World Toilet Day, 2024

Why in the News? World Toilet Day, celebrated every year on November 19, is an official United Nations observance aimed… Continue reading [pib] World Toilet Day, 2024

India’s 56th Tiger Reserve notified in Chhatisgarh

Why in the News? The Indian government has notified Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh as the country’s 56th… Continue reading India’s 56th Tiger Reserve notified in Chhatisgarh

Salt Chimneys discovered in the Dead Sea

Why in the News? Researchers have identified unique salt chimneys on the Dead Sea floor. Key facts about the Dead… Continue reading Salt Chimneys discovered in the Dead Sea

[pib] Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan (2025-2029)

Why in the News? India and Italy signed an ambitious 5-year ‘joint strategic action plan 2025-2029’ that would include cooperation… Continue reading [pib] Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan (2025-2029)