Source: The post is based on the following articles – “IPCC AR 6 Synthesis Report” published in PIB on 20th March 2023. – “U.N. panel calls for rapid action against climate change to secure a liveable future” published in The Hindu on 21st March 2023. – “India faces highest risk of climate change: IPCC” published… Continue reading IPCC AR 6 Synthesis Report
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Why Finland’s installation of the world’s 1st sand battery may be a game-changer
Source: The post is based on the article “Why Finland’s installation of the world’s 1st sand battery may be a game-changer” published in Down To Earth on 21st March 2023 What is the News? Finland has installed the world’s first sand battery that can store heat from renewable energy sources for months. What is a… Continue reading Why Finland’s installation of the world’s 1st sand battery may be a game-changer
Ministry of Tourism has formulated a National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism in order to boost Medical Tourism in the country
Source: The post is based on the article “Ministry of Tourism has formulated a National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism in order to boost Medical Tourism in the country” published in PIB on 20th March 2023. What is the News? The Ministry of Tourism has formulated a National Strategy and Roadmap for… Continue reading Ministry of Tourism has formulated a National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism in order to boost Medical Tourism in the country
‘City Finance Rankings, 2022’ portal goes live, MoHUA invites Urban Local Bodies to participate in the first of its kind initiative
Source: The post is based on the article “‘City Finance Rankings, 2022’ portal goes live, MoHUA invites Urban Local Bodies to participate in the first of its kind initiative” published in PIB on 20th March 2023. What is the News? The ‘City Finance Rankings 2022’ portal has been made live by the Ministry of Housing… Continue reading ‘City Finance Rankings, 2022’ portal goes live, MoHUA invites Urban Local Bodies to participate in the first of its kind initiative
Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index
Source: The post is based on the article “Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index” published in Indian Express on 19th March 2023 What is the News? The Global Terrorism Index (GTI) report 2022 has been released. What is the Global Terrorism Index(GTI)? Global Terrorism Index(GTI) is… Continue reading Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index
Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?
Source: The post is based on the article “Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?” published in Indian Express on 20th March 2023 What is the News? A report has suggested that the SARS-CoV-2 virus could have originated in raccoon dogs which were sold illegally at the Wuhan wet market. What are… Continue reading Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?
PM inaugurates the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference
Source: The post is based on the article “PM inaugurates the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference” published in PIB on 19th March 2023 What is the News? The Prime Minister has inaugurated the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference. What is the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference? Organized by: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development… Continue reading PM inaugurates the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference
Substrate promiscuity of fungi generated enzyme Laccase shows potential in degrading industrial dye effluents
Source: The post is based on the article “Substrate promiscuity of fungi generated enzyme Laccase shows potential in degrading industrial dye effluents” published in PIB on 20th March 2023 What is the News? Researchers from S. N. Bose National Center for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS), Kolkata have tested the efficacy of the laccase enzyme in degrading… Continue reading Substrate promiscuity of fungi generated enzyme Laccase shows potential in degrading industrial dye effluents
OilMin accepts all major Kirit Parikh panel recommendations on gas pricing
Source: The post is based on the article “OilMin accepts all major Kirit Parikh panel recommendations on gas pricing” published in Business Standard on 20th March 2023 What is the News? The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has accepted the main recommendations of the Kirit Parikh committee on natural gas pricing. What is the Kirit… Continue reading OilMin accepts all major Kirit Parikh panel recommendations on gas pricing
PM PRANAM scheme: States to get rewards for organic farming
Source: The post is based on the article “States to get rewards for organic farming” published in Livemint on 20th March 2023 What is the News? The Union government intends to launch a scheme — named PM PRANAM — to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers by incentivising states. How will the PM PRANAM scheme… Continue reading PM PRANAM scheme: States to get rewards for organic farming
