Source: The post is based on the article “UN Ocean Conference: 198 countries adopt Lisbon Declaration” published in Down To Earth on 4th July 2022. What is the News? At the UN Ocean Conference 2022, all 198 members of the United Nations unanimously adopted the Lisbon Declaration on ocean conservation. What is the UN Ocean… Continue reading UN Ocean Conference: 198 countries adopt Lisbon Declaration
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Explained | China’s new high-tech aircraft carrier Fujian and its advanced catapult system
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | China’s new high-tech aircraft carrier Fujian and its advanced catapult system” published in The Hindu on 29th June 2022. What is the News? China has unveiled its first indigenous aircraft carrier, the new-generation Fujian (Type 003). With this, China now has the most number of… Continue reading Explained | China’s new high-tech aircraft carrier Fujian and its advanced catapult system
PM launches year-long 125th birth anniversary celebration of legendary freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh
Source: The post is based on the article “PM launches year-long 125th birth anniversary celebration of legendary freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh” published in PIB on 4th July 2022. What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched the year-long 125th birth anniversary celebration of legendary freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju… Continue reading PM launches year-long 125th birth anniversary celebration of legendary freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh
Home ministry amends FCRA rules; gives more time to declare funds
Source: The post is based on the article “Home ministry amends FCRA rules; gives more time to declare funds” published in Hindustan Times on 3rd July 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has amended certain provisions in the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) and its rules. What are the key amendments… Continue reading Home ministry amends FCRA rules; gives more time to declare funds
Chenkurinji Tree: Saving Chenkurinji from climate change
What is the News? Chenkurinji Tree which was once abundant in the Aryankavu Pass in Kerala’s Kollam district has been fast receding from the area over the years. About Chenkurinji Chenkurinji (Gluta travancorica) is a species of plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is endemic to the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve. The Shendurni wildlife sanctuary in… Continue reading Chenkurinji Tree: Saving Chenkurinji from climate change
New pathway to regulate nitrate absorption in plants
What is the News? Researchers from the National Centre of Biological Sciences, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bengaluru(NCBS-TIFR) have found a new pathway that regulates nitrate absorption in plants. How are Nitrates absorbed by roots? Nitrogen is one of the most important macronutrients needed for the development of a plant. It is a part of… Continue reading New pathway to regulate nitrate absorption in plants
More rainfall, snow in India in next 30 years: Report
What is the News? Researchers in a study have estimated the time of the emergence of drought conditions and precipation under the impact of climate change. What are the key findings of the study? Global findings Mediterranean regions, southern and central South America, Australia and Northern Africa are likely to see a decrease in precipitation.… Continue reading More rainfall, snow in India in next 30 years: Report
New IT rules likely to impact ease of business in India, says report
What is the News? Internet and Mobile Association of India(IAMAI) has released a report titled “IT Rules, 2021: A Regulatory Impact Assessment Study”. What is the purpose of the study? The study assessed rules prescribed under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Codes) Rules,2021. What are the key observations made by the… Continue reading New IT rules likely to impact ease of business in India, says report
India is leading the world in digital revolution, asserts PM Modi
What is the News? The Prime Minister has inaugurated several portals during the seventh anniversary of the “Digital India” campaign. What is the Digital India campaign? Launched in: 2015 Purpose: It is a flagship programme of the Government of India with a vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. How… Continue reading India is leading the world in digital revolution, asserts PM Modi
World Cities Report 2022: India’s urban population to stand at 675 million in 2035, behind China’s 1 billion
What is the News? United Nations-Habitat(UN-Habitat) has released the World Cities Report 2022. What are the key findings of the report? World Urban Population The urban population is expected to continue to grow naturally through rising birth rates, particularly in lower-income countries. Globally, the urban population is forecast to grow from 56% of the global… Continue reading World Cities Report 2022: India’s urban population to stand at 675 million in 2035, behind China’s 1 billion
