Knolls Archive of Day 28th of December 2024
Biodiversity Credit Explaination
News: A study published in the journal ‘Proceedings of the Royal Society B’ highlights major uncertainties in the functioning of the biodiversity credit markets. Biodiversity Credit Explaination About Biodiversity Credit Definition: World Economic Forum defines Biodiversity Credits as verifiable, quantifiable and tradeable financial instrument that rewards positive nature and biodiversity outcomes through the creation and… Continue reading Biodiversity Credit Explaination
National Rainfed Area Authority
News: The National Rainfed Area Authority, in collaboration with other agencies, organised a workshop to stimulate discussions and policy discourse on rainfed areas. About National Rainfed Area Authority It was established in 2006 as an expert body to provide knowledge input regarding systemic upgradation and management of the country’s dry land and rainfed agriculture. Mission:… Continue reading National Rainfed Area Authority
RBI’s Committee for ethical use of AI in financial sector
News: The Reserve Bank of India has set up a committee to develop a Framework for Responsible and Ethical enactment of Artificial Intelligence (FREE-AI) in the financial sector. About the Committee Members: The committee comprises of 8 members and is headed by Dr Pushpak Bhattacharyya. Objectives: To assess the current level of adoption of… Continue reading RBI’s Committee for ethical use of AI in financial sector
UN Convention against Cybercrime
News: The UN General Assembly recently adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. UN Convention against Cybercrime About UN Convention against Cybercrime It is a landmark global agreement adopted by 193 UN member states. Its goal is to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime and protect societies from digital threats. The treaty will… Continue reading UN Convention against Cybercrime
Sea Otters
News: A new study reveals that sea otters at the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve in California are consuming thousands of green crabs. This behavior plays a crucial role in preserving the ecosystem along the West Coast of the United States. About Sea Otters Scientific Name: Enhydra lutris They are aquatic members of the… Continue reading Sea Otters
