News: At the APEC leaders’ meeting, Xi Jinping pushed proposal for World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization to set AI governance rules and boost cooperation. About World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) WAICO is presented as a global body to govern artificial intelligence, advancing shared rules and cooperation in this field. Proposed by: Chinese President proposed… Continue reading World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)
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Rift Valley Fever (RVF)
News: Recently, WHO confirmed an outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) affecting Mauritania and Senegal, resulting in over 404 human cases and 42 deaths. About Rift Valley Fever (RVF) RVF is a viral zoonotic disease that affects both animals and humans. Caused by : The disease is caused by a Phlebovirus belonging to the Phenuiviridae… Continue reading Rift Valley Fever (RVF)
Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Awards 2025
News: The Ministry of Jal Shakti has announced the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Awards 2025 for outstanding performers under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain campaign. About Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Awards 2025 These Awards are given for outstanding performers under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari 1.0 (JSJB) initiative, a flagship community-driven… Continue reading Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Awards 2025
Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025
News: The Department of Consumer Affairs proposed rules mandating country-of-origin filters on e-commerce listings and invited stakeholder comments by November 22, 2025. About Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025 Proposed by : The amendment has been proposed by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India. Aim: The amendment aims to help… Continue reading Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025
Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
News: Recently, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) launched the Integrity Matters Checklist to align corporate climate disclosures with UN net-zero standards. About Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) About Integrity Matters Checklist Tool It is a practical tool that helps organizations report on climate targets, transition plans, and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction… Continue reading Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
Ricin
News: On 7 November, Gujarat ATS allegedly seized 4 kg castor-bean mash from Hyderabad doctor planning ricin extraction and surveying markets in Delhi and Ahmedabad as potential attack sites. About Ricin Ricin is the byproduct that remains after oil has been extracted from castor seeds. It is a toxic glycoprotein that shuts down protein synthesis… Continue reading Ricin
Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025
News: Recently, the Government of India has notified the “Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025,” About Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025 The Rules aims to promote sustainable harnessing of deep-sea fisheries resources, empower small fishers’ cooperatives, and ensure ecological conservation. Nodal Ministry:… Continue reading Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025
‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
News: Union Minister of Cooperation will inaugurate Cooperative Kumbh 2025, a two-day international cooperative conference, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. About ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025 Cooperative Kumbh 2025 is an international conference on the urban cooperative credit sector that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and policy advancement. Aim: It aims to strengthen the cooperative framework for financial inclusion and… Continue reading ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
Rhesus Macaque
News: The standing committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL), has recommended reinstating Rhesus macaque under Wildlife Act Schedule II to restore protection, enforcement, and scientific management. About Rhesus Macaque The Rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta) is an ‘Old World’ monkey in the Macaca genus , native to South Asia. Distribution: It is native to… Continue reading Rhesus Macaque
Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
News: India welcomed Brazil’s initiative to establish the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) for conserving tropical forests. About Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) The TFFF is a mechanism that incentivizes conserving and expanding tropical forests by making predictable annual payments for maintaining standing forests. Aim: The Facility aims to remunerate countries for keeping forests intact,… Continue reading Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
