Source: The post is based on the article “Jaipur Declaration adopted at the 18th World Security Congress jointly organized by Railway Protection Force and UIC” published in PIB on 24th February 2023 What is the News? The 18th UIC World Security Congress concluded with the adoption of the Jaipur Declaration. What is the UIC World… Continue reading “Jaipur Declaration” adopted at the 18th World Security Congress jointly organized by Railway Protection Force and UIC
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International climate regime should move from a ‘country-centric’ approach to ‘people-centric’ approach: Union Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “International climate regime should move from a ‘country-centric’ approach to ‘people-centric’ approach: Union Minister” published in PIB on 24th February 2023 What is the News? At the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2023, Union Minister for Housing & Urban Affairs said that “The time has come for… Continue reading International climate regime should move from a ‘country-centric’ approach to ‘people-centric’ approach: Union Minister
Union Minister says, India’s bioeconomy is poised to touch 300 billion USD (US Dollar) by 2030
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister says, India’s bioeconomy is poised to touch 300 billion USD (US Dollar) by 2030” published in PIB on 24th February 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Science & Technology has said that India’s bioeconomy is poised to touch 300 billion USD (US… Continue reading Union Minister says, India’s bioeconomy is poised to touch 300 billion USD (US Dollar) by 2030
Lithium discovery important but mining hold risks
Source: The post is based on the article “Lithium discovery important but mining hold risks” published in Livemint on 25th February 2023 What is the News? According to experts, discovery of lithium in Jammu and Kashmir is significant for India’s push towards electric vehicles but any environmental gains could be negated if it is not… Continue reading Lithium discovery important but mining hold risks
Bengal reports 489 species in Great Backyard Bird Count 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “Bengal reports 489 species in Great Backyard Bird Count 2023” published in The Hindu on 25th February 2023 What is the News? The findings of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) 2023 have been released. What is the Great Backyard Bird Count(GBBC)? The Great Backyard Bird Count(GBBC)… Continue reading Bengal reports 489 species in Great Backyard Bird Count 2023
Why Venice’s famous canals are now drying
Source: The post is based on the article “Why Venice’s famous canals are now drying” published in Indian Express on 25th February 2023 What is the News? A high-pressure system is stuck over Venice, creating low tides.This has led to low water levels and dry canals.However, experts suggest the root cause behind the issue is… Continue reading Why Venice’s famous canals are now drying
42% Indian students meet global minimum proficiency level: Study
Source: The post is based on the article “42% Indian students meet global minimum proficiency level: Study” published in TOI on 25th February 2023 What is the News? Chairman, Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) has released The Foundational Literacy and Numeracy report. What is the purpose of the report? Source: TOI The… Continue reading 42% Indian students meet global minimum proficiency level: Study
MGNREGS: Over 40% of gram panchayats do not report digital attendance
Source: The post is based on the article “MGNREGS: Over 40% of gram panchayats do not report digital attendance” published in The Hindu on 25th February 2023 What is the News? Recently, the Union Government had made it mandatory that the attendance for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) workers be captured through… Continue reading MGNREGS: Over 40% of gram panchayats do not report digital attendance
Medicinal plant commonly called Borthekera in Assamese found to have cardioprotective potential
Source: The post is based on the article “Medicinal plant commonly called Borthekera in Assamese found to have cardioprotective potential” published in PIB on 24th February 2023 What is the News? A medicinal plant commonly called ‘Bor Thekera’ in the Assamese language, traditionally forbidden for raw consumption, has been found to protect from heart diseases.… Continue reading Medicinal plant commonly called Borthekera in Assamese found to have cardioprotective potential
NHAI to Explore Use of Phosphor-Gypsum in National Highway Construction
Source: The post is based on the article “NHAI to Explore Use of Phosphor-Gypsum in National Highway Construction” published in PIB on 22nd February 2023 What is the News? The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has partnered with the Department of Fertilizers under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. They will conduct field trials… Continue reading NHAI to Explore Use of Phosphor-Gypsum in National Highway Construction
