News: The Zoological Survey of India has released a study titled ‘Adaptive spatial planning of protected area network for conserving the Himalayan brown bear’. Facts: Key Takeaways: About the study: The study was carried out in the western Himalayas.It has predicted a 73% decline of habitat of Himalayan Brown Bear by the year 2050. This decline will… Continue reading Study predicts massive habitat decline for the Himalayan brown bear by 2050 due to climate change
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Prime minister launches Kisan Suryodaya Yojana In Gujarat
News: The Prime Minister has launched ”Kisan Suryodaya Yojana” in Gujarat. Facts: Kisan Suryodaya Yojana: It is aimed at providing day-time electricity to the farmers in the state of Gujarat for irrigation and farming purposes. Additional Facts: Girnar ropeway project: It is a ropeway on Mount Girnar in Junagadh district, Gujarat.It is being touted as the longest temple… Continue reading Prime minister launches Kisan Suryodaya Yojana In Gujarat
EU environment ministers strike deal on climate law, leave out 2030 target
News: European Union(EU) Environment Ministers have signed a deal that aims to make the EU’s 2050 net-zero emissions target legally binding on the states.However, they left a decision on a 2030 emissions-cutting target for leaders to discuss in December. Facts: Background: The EU aims to be climate-neutral by 2050 – an economy with net-zero greenhouse… Continue reading EU environment ministers strike deal on climate law, leave out 2030 target
G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group
News: Union Minister has addressed the 1st ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group. Facts: G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group: It was set up in June 2010 at the Toronto Summit of G-20. Objective: To prepare comprehensive recommendations for consideration by leaders on how the G20 could continue to make practical and valuable contributions to international efforts… Continue reading G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group
One in six children living in extreme poverty: World Bank and UNICEF
News: World Bank Group and UN Children’s Fund(UNICEF) has released a report titled “Global Estimate of Children in Monetary Poverty”. Facts: Key Highlights from the report: An estimated 1 in 6 children globally lived in extreme poverty(surviving on less than $1.90 a day) before the pandemic and this is set to worsen significantly. Sub Saharan Africa… Continue reading One in six children living in extreme poverty: World Bank and UNICEF
India assumes Chairmanship of Governing Body of ILO after 35 years
News: After 35 years, India has assumed the Chairmanship of the Governing Body of International Labour Organization(ILO). Facts: International Labour Organization(ILO): Established in: 1919 Aim: To promote social and economic justice through setting up of international labour standards. Members: 187 member states Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland Significance: It is the first affiliated specialized agency of the United… Continue reading India assumes Chairmanship of Governing Body of ILO after 35 years
Serum Institute of India, IAVI and Merck join forces to develop COVID-19 antibodies
News: Serum Institute of India(SII) and the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) have announced an agreement with pharmaceutical major Merck to develop SARS-CoV-2 neutralising monoclonal antibodies(mAbs). Facts: What are Monoclonal Antibodies? They are man-made proteins that act like human antibodies in the immune system.They are made by cloning a unique white blood cell. Features: Monoclonal antibodies can… Continue reading Serum Institute of India, IAVI and Merck join forces to develop COVID-19 antibodies
DRDO executes final user trial of Nag anti-tank missile
News: Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has successfully carried out the final user trial of the Anti Tank Guided Missile(ATGM), Nag. Facts: Nag: It is a third-generation, fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) developed by DRDO. Purpose: The missile has been developed to strike and neutralise highly-fortified enemy tanks in day and night conditions. Range: The missile has a range… Continue reading DRDO executes final user trial of Nag anti-tank missile
International Labour Organization (ILO)
News: After 35 years, India has assumed the Chairmanship of the Governing Body of International Labour Organization(ILO). International Labour Organization(ILO): Established in: 1919 Aim: To promote social and economic justice through setting up of international labour standards. Members: 187 member states Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland Significance: It is the first affiliated specialized agency of the United… Continue reading International Labour Organization (ILO)
G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group
News: Union Minister has addressed the 1st ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group. Facts: G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group: It was set up in June 2010 at the Toronto Summit of G-20. Objective: To prepare comprehensive recommendations for consideration by leaders on how the G20 could continue to make practical and valuable contributions to… Continue reading G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group
