Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the issues regarding the functioning of parliament. Synopsis: Over the years, the functioning of Parliament has declined, which is not good for a healthy democracy. So, let us understand the issue involved in the functioning of Parliament Drafting of Indian Constitution The constitution assembly held its first meeting to… Continue reading We, the people, miss our houses
Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment to Flag-Off ‘Operation Blue Freedom – Land World Record at Siachen Glacier’
Source: PIB About the news: Recently, The Government of India has permitted a team of people with disabilities to scale Siachen Glacier. The team of people with disabilities was trained by ‘Team CLAW’ a team of Armed Forces veterans. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will flag off this operation on the Independence Day Operation Blue… Continue reading Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment to Flag-Off ‘Operation Blue Freedom – Land World Record at Siachen Glacier’
Can Dholavira withstand a flood of tourists
Source: LiveMint What is the news? Recently the UNESCO added Dholavira, a Harappan City, to its list of World Heritage Sites. One of the unique characteristics of Dholavira is that the city lies on the island of Khadir Bet in Great Rann of Kutch. Read more: Dholavira in Gujarat on UNESCO World Heritage list About few… Continue reading Can Dholavira withstand a flood of tourists
An Indian sail to navigate the maritime environment
Source: The Hindu Relevance: On maritime security Synopsis: India’s leadership in the debate on maritime security has boosted its standing as a key player in the shared commons. Contents1 Background2 Maritime Traditions3 A responsible Maritime Power4 Way Forward Background A high level open debate was conducted by the UN Security Council (UNSC) on 9th August… Continue reading An Indian sail to navigate the maritime environment
Our GDP needs the HDP
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Achieving sustainable and inclusive growth for all. Synopsis: Despite the progress achieved in the field of technology; inequality and deprivation are still an important issue that needs to be addressed in India. Measuring Human Development Product might be a solution because GDP just indicates economic growth, while Human Development Product can… Continue reading Our GDP needs the HDP
The State of Urban Wetlands in India – Explained, pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About Wetlands3 State of Urban Wetlands4 Reasons behind loss of Urban wetlands5 Importance of Wetlands6 Conservation measures7 Issues/concerns8 Suggestions Introduction Four more wetlands have been recognized as wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, taking the number to 46. The inclusion will provide better protection and conservation of the wetlands, especially the… Continue reading The State of Urban Wetlands in India – Explained, pointwise
Chennai’s Urban Forests
Source: Live Mint Relevance: To understand the Miyawaki method of creating urban forests in less time. Synopsis: Urban areas have lost a lot of green covers. Miyawaki’s method promises to quickly create urban forests. About Miyawaki method: It is a method pioneered by Japanese Botanist Akira Miyawaki. Miyawaki is a technique pioneered by Japanese botanist… Continue reading Chennai’s Urban Forests
Seize the initiative on climate change, Mr Modi
Source: Business Standard Relevance: India’s fight against the climate crisis Synopsis: Though, not caused by us, climate change induced by the historical emissions made by developed countries, is the stark reality. India should prepare its roadmap for COP 26 Glasgow summit and secure an adequately financed deal for the developing world. Climate change, is thus,… Continue reading Seize the initiative on climate change, Mr Modi
Bihar plans GPS trackers for endangered Greater Adjutant Storks
Source: Down to Earth What is the news? In a first, Bihar has decided to tag endangered greater adjutant storks (Leptoptilos dubius), locally known as ‘Garuda’, with GPS trackers to monitor their movement as a part of efforts to conserve them. Bhagalpur’s Kadwa Diara floodplains area is the third-most popular breeding centre for the greater adjutant… Continue reading Bihar plans GPS trackers for endangered Greater Adjutant Storks
New museums on J&K, Buddha, freedom struggle
Source: The Hindu Contents1 What is the News?2 Museum on Jammu and Kashmir(J&K):3 Museum on Gautam Buddha:4 Museum on Freedom Struggle: What is the News? The Ministry of Culture has planned to inaugurate new museums on Jammu and Kashmir, Gautam Buddha, Indian armour and the freedom struggle by the end of 2021. Museum on Jammu… Continue reading New museums on J&K, Buddha, freedom struggle
