Source– This post is based on the article “COP28 diary (December 6): Santiago Network draft adopted; scientists promote tech to curb methane emissions” published in “DownToEarth” on 7th December 2023. Why in the News? The draft text on the Santiago Network has been adopted at COP28. What is Santiago network? 1) The Santiago Network was… Continue reading Santiago Network
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Ecological Impact of Biofortified Seeds
Source– This post is based on the article “Ecological Impact of Biofortified Seeds” published in “PIB” on 8th December 2023. Why in the News? The article has provided an overview on the various benefits of biofortified varieties and the initiatives taken to promote bio-fortified varieties. What is Biofortification? 1) Biofortification is the process of improving… Continue reading Ecological Impact of Biofortified Seeds
National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)
Source– This post is based on the article “Annual General Meeting of National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation” published in “PIB” on 8th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently the Annual General Meeting of National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC) was held at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi. What is the National… Continue reading National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)
First India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt working to institutionalize global cultural initiatives: PM” published in “Business Standard” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has inaugurated the First Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 being held at Red Fort. Note: A Biennale is a large-scale art… Continue reading First India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023
Olive Ridley Sea Turtles: Missile testing paused in Odisha to save sea turtles
Source: The post is based on the article “Missile testing paused in Odisha to save sea turtles” published in “TOI” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? To help protect Olive Ridley sea turtles during their nesting season, Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) has decided to stop testing missiles at Wheeler Island near Odisha’s… Continue reading Olive Ridley Sea Turtles: Missile testing paused in Odisha to save sea turtles
Dodo De-extinction Project: Why scientists are planning to bring back the bird to Mauritius
Source: The post is based on the article “Dodo De-extinction Project: Why scientists are planning to bring back the bird to Mauritius” published in “Indian Express” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? Scientists have launched an ambitious Dodo De-extinction Project to bring the dodo back to life and also re-introduce it in its… Continue reading Dodo De-extinction Project: Why scientists are planning to bring back the bird to Mauritius
Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’
Source: The post is based on the article “Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’” published in “Indian Express” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? Lok Sabha has passed the Advocates Amendment Bill 2023 during the Winter Session. What is the Advocates Amendment Bill 2023? Aim: To amend the Advocates Act of… Continue reading Advocates Amendment Bill aims to weed out ‘touts’
UGC approves guidelines for short-term skill development courses
Source: The post is based on the article “UGC approves guidelines for short-term skill development courses” published in “The Hindu” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved draft guidelines for the “Introduction of Short-Term Skill Development Courses in Higher Educational Institutes”. Note- The guidelines have been framed in… Continue reading UGC approves guidelines for short-term skill development courses
Pompe Disease: India’s first patient of this disease passes away
Source: The post is based on the article “Pompe Disease:India’s first patient of this disease passes away” published in “Indian Express” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? Nidhi Shirol, India’s first Pompe disease patient has passed away at the age of 24 years. What is Pompe Disease? Specifications Details What is it 1)… Continue reading Pompe Disease: India’s first patient of this disease passes away
Article 99 of the UN Charter, invoked for the first time in decades as Israel attacks Gaza
Source: The post is based on the article “Article 99 of the UN Charter, invoked for the first time in decades as Israel attacks Gaza” published in “Indian Express” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? The United Nations Secretary-General has decided to invoke Article 99 of the UN Charter and has urged the… Continue reading Article 99 of the UN Charter, invoked for the first time in decades as Israel attacks Gaza
