Source-This post on Swachhata Green Leaf Rating initiative has been created based on the article “Swachhata Green Leaf Rating Initiative” published in “PIB” on 19 February 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism launched the Swachhata Green… Continue reading Swachhata Green Leaf Rating initiative
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ADITI scheme
Source-This post on ADITI scheme has been created based on the article “DefConnect 2024: Raksha Mantri launches ADITI scheme to promote innovations in critical & strategic defence technologies” published in “PIB” on 4 March 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX (ADITI) scheme was launched by Department of… Continue reading ADITI scheme
Risa Textile- GI Tag
Source- The post on Risa Textile is based on the article “Tripura’s traditional tribal attire ‘risa’ gets GI tag: CM Manik Saha” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd March 2024. What is the News? Recently, Tripura’s traditional tribal attire ‘Risa’ got GI tag. About Risa 1. About Risa: It is a traditionally handwoven cloth used as a female… Continue reading Risa Textile- GI Tag
Agalega Atoll (Mauritius)
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)
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
Burkina Faso
Source-This post on Burkina Faso is based on the article “170 People “Executed’ In Attacks On 3 Villages In Burkina Faso: Report” on 3rd March 2024. Why in the News? As per a report, 170 people were executed in an attack on 3 villages namely Komsilga, Nodin and Soroe in Yatenga province in Burkina Faso. About… Continue reading Burkina Faso
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
