Source– The post is based on the article “Net zero transition for $7 trillion” published in the Business Standard on 9th December 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Environment Relevance– Issues related to climate change and global warming News– The article explains the efforts put by various sectors to achieve the goal of net zero emissions by 2050.… Continue reading Net zero transition for $7 trillion
The end of Covid Zero
Source– The post is based on the article “The end of Covid Zero” published in the Business Standard on 9th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Effects of policies of developed and developing countries on India interest. News– The article explains the scenario of the upcoming Covid wave in China and its implications for India. Contents1 What… Continue reading The end of Covid Zero
What does it mean for a candidate to lose an ‘election deposit’?
Source: The post is based on the article “What does it mean for a candidate to lose an ‘election deposit’?” published in Indian Express on 8th December 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is an election security deposit?3 Is the amount the same for all elections?4 When is a candidate said to ‘lose’ their… Continue reading What does it mean for a candidate to lose an ‘election deposit’?
Union Minister of Rural Development, Shri Giriraj Singh holds a meeting on ‘Cactus Plantation and its Economic Usage’
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister of Rural Development, Shri Giriraj Singh holds a meeting on ‘Cactus Plantation and its Economic Usage’” published in PIB on 9th December 2022 What is the News? The Union Minister of Rural Development has convened a consultation meeting on ‘Cactus Plantation and its Economic Usage.… Continue reading Union Minister of Rural Development, Shri Giriraj Singh holds a meeting on ‘Cactus Plantation and its Economic Usage’
Process to appoint ad hoc judges must be less cumbersome: Supreme Court
Source: The post is based on the article “Process to appoint ad hoc judges must be less cumbersome: Supreme Court” published in The Hindu on 9th December 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 Background3 What are the guidelines laid down by the Supreme Court for making appointments of ad hoc judges?4 What is the MoP… Continue reading Process to appoint ad hoc judges must be less cumbersome: Supreme Court
Changing Arctic: New insight on freeze-melt cycle of sea ice
Source: The post is based on the article “Changing Arctic: New insight on freeze-melt cycle of sea ice” published in Down To Earth on 8th December 2022 What is the News? According to a study, the surface and bottom of the Arctic sea ice often do not melt and freeze simultaneously. About Arctic Sea Ice… Continue reading Changing Arctic: New insight on freeze-melt cycle of sea ice
Over 100 experts oppose ‘Nature Positive Fund’ in open letter to UNx before COP15
Source: The post is based on the article “Over 100 experts oppose ‘Nature Positive Fund’ in open letter to UNx before COP15” published in Down To Earth on 9th December 2022 What is the News? Over 100 experts want the United Nations, World Economic Forum, European Commission and WWF to reject the ‘Nature Positive Fund’… Continue reading Over 100 experts oppose ‘Nature Positive Fund’ in open letter to UNx before COP15
Field trials of GM mustard DMH-11 showed high yield, says Science Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “Field trials of GM mustard DMH-11 showed high yield, says Science Minister” published in The Hindu on 9th December 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 Background3 How has the government of India defended the approval of DMH-11?4 What is the opposition to GM Mustard approval? What is… Continue reading Field trials of GM mustard DMH-11 showed high yield, says Science Minister
Collegium system is the law until Centre brings new legislation, says SC
Source: The post is based on the article “Collegium system is the law until Centre brings new legislation, says SC” published in The Hindu on 9th December 2022 What is the News? The Supreme Court has said that nobody is stopping the government from bringing a new law on judicial appointments but till then the… Continue reading Collegium system is the law until Centre brings new legislation, says SC
Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022: Government introduces Energy Conservation Bill in Rajya Sabha
Source: The post is based on the article “Government introduces Energy Conservation Bill in Rajya Sabha” published in The Hindu on 9th December 2022 What is the News? The Union Minister of Power has introduced the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022 in Rajya Sabha. The Bill proposes to amend the Electricity Conservation Act 2001 (last… Continue reading Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022: Government introduces Energy Conservation Bill in Rajya Sabha
