Source-This post on Agalega Atoll (Mauritius) is based on the article “With Mauritius joining project, India’s rising power in the Indian Ocean” published in “The Indian Express” on 5th February 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth of Mauritius jointly inaugurated an airstrip and a jetty that… Continue reading Agalega Atoll (Mauritius)
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Global Resource Outlook 2024
Source-This post on Global Resource Outlook 2024 is based on the article “UNEA-6: Extraction & use of world’s resources has grown three times more in 50 years” published in “Down to Earth” on 1st March 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Global Resource Outlook 2024 report has been published by UNEP. Key findings of the… Continue reading Global Resource Outlook 2024
Semiconductor fabrication
Source-This post on Semiconductor fabrication is based on the article “Cabinet approves 3 chip plants, including two by Tata, at estimated investment of Rs 1.26 lakh crore” published in “Business Today” on 29th February 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Union Cabinet approved three semiconductor plant proposals. Two semiconductor plant will be set up… Continue reading Semiconductor fabrication
Amrabad Tiger Reserve
Source-This post on Amrabad Tiger Reserve is based on the article “Amrabad Tiger Reserve plagued with staff and funds crunch” published in “Telengana today” on 5th February 2024. Why in the News? Recently, it was found that the Amrabad Tiger Reserve (ATR) is facing challenges such as understaffing and financial constraints. About Amrabad Tiger Reserve (ATR)… Continue reading Amrabad Tiger Reserve
National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT)
Source-This post on National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) is based on the article “NEFT records 4.1 cr transactions on Feb 29, highest single-day volume” published in “Economic Times” on 1st March 2024. Why in the News? National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) reported its highest-ever daily number of transactions at 4.10 crore on February 29, 2024. About… Continue reading National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT)
Early Jacaranda bloom in Mexico
Source-This post on Jacaranda bloom is based on the article “Early jacaranda bloom sparks debate about climate change in Mexico” published in “The Hindu” on 27th February 2024. Why in the News? Jacaranda trees in Mexico are experiencing early blooming this year, causing concerns among residents and scientists. The foremost reason for this early bloom… Continue reading Early Jacaranda bloom in Mexico
Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)
Source-This post on Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) is based on the article “DRDO completes flight tests of Very Short-Range Air Defence System” published in “India Today” on 1st March 2024. Why in the News? The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted two flight tests of the Very Short-Range Air Defence System… Continue reading Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS)
BioTRIG- New waste management technology
Source-This post on BioTRIG- New waste management technology is based on the article “New waste management technology could improve life in rural India, claims study” published in “Down to Earth” on 28th February 2024. Why in the News? A recent study has claimed that BioTRIG, a new waste management technology, could help rural Indians. About… Continue reading BioTRIG- New waste management technology
NATO Exercise- Steadfast Defender 2024
Source-This post on NATO Exercise Steadfast Defender 2024 has been created based on the article “Why is NATO’s Steadfast Defender 2024 military exercise significant?″ published in “The Hindu” on 28th February 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) started the Steadfast Defender 2024 exercise. About Steadfast Defender 2024 1) About: Steadfast… Continue reading NATO Exercise- Steadfast Defender 2024
Africa Club
Source-This post on Africa Club has been created based on the article “African leaders demand financial systems reform; launch ‘Africa Club’ at 37th African Union Summit″ published in “Down to Earth” on 27 February 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Africa Club was launched at the 37th African Union Summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. About… Continue reading Africa Club
