Source: The post is based on the article “UN adopts first-ever agreement to protect marine life in the high seas” published in The Hindu on 20th June 2023 What is the News? The United Nations has adopted the first-ever treaty to protect marine life on the high seas. The treaty will be opened for signatures… Continue reading UN adopts first-ever agreement to protect marine life in the high seas
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India tops globally in LEED Zero certifications of green building projects
Source: The post is based on the article “India tops globally in LEED Zero certifications of green building projects” published in Business Standard on 20th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is LEED Certification?3 What is LEED Zero?4 What did the U S Green Building Council (USGBC) say about India’s progress in LEED… Continue reading India tops globally in LEED Zero certifications of green building projects
The disappearing wild orchids of North Bengal
Source: The post is based on the article “The disappearing wild orchids of North Bengal” published in Down To Earth on 18th June 2023 What is the News? Epiphytic orchids found in the Dooars and Darjeeling hills are dying out because of deforestation in their natural habitat. What are Orchids? Orchids are plants that belong… Continue reading The disappearing wild orchids of North Bengal
GSI proposes ‘Geo Heritage’ tag for Jurassic age ‘Natural Arch’ in Odisha
Source: The post is based on the article “GSI proposes ‘Geo Heritage’ tag for Jurassic age ‘Natural Arch’ in Odisha” published in New Indian Express on 18th June 2023 What is the News? The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has proposed declaring the ‘Brahmani Natural Arch’ in the Sundargarh forest division of Odisha as a… Continue reading GSI proposes ‘Geo Heritage’ tag for Jurassic age ‘Natural Arch’ in Odisha
National Working Plan Code-2023 released for scientific management of forests and evolving new approaches
Source: The post is based on the article “National Working Plan Code-2023 released for scientific management of forests and evolving new approaches” published in PIB on 18th June 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has released the “National Working Plan Code-2023” for the scientific management of forests and… Continue reading National Working Plan Code-2023 released for scientific management of forests and evolving new approaches
Humans’ groundwater extraction has affected the earth’s rotation: study
Source: The post is based on the article “Humans’ groundwater extraction has affected the earth’s rotation: study” published in The Hindu on 20th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 How groundwater extraction influences Earth’s rotation?3 What did the researchers now find out?4 About Groundwater Depletion in India What is the News? A study published… Continue reading Humans’ groundwater extraction has affected the earth’s rotation: study
At the heart of Indo-US ties: Economics & Strategy
Source– The post is based on the article “ At the heart of Indo-US ties: Economics & Strategy” published in The Indian Express on 20th june 2023. Syllabus: GS 2- International Relations Relevance: Indo-USA relations News- The article explains the engagements of Indo-USA relationship. Contents1 What is the news related to?2 What lies ahead with… Continue reading At the heart of Indo-US ties: Economics & Strategy
Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends
Source– The post is based on the article “Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends” published in The Times of India on 20th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Indian Economy – Money and Banking News- The article emphasis the importance of reducing the cost of remittances. Contents1 What is the news related to?2… Continue reading Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends
The time for an honest and open dialogue on climate is right now
Source: The post is based on the article “The time for an honest and open dialogue on climate is right now” published in Live Mint on 20th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Climate Change, Energy Relevance: concerns with Renewable Energies News: Governments consider climate change as a serious challenge, but they tend to come up with… Continue reading The time for an honest and open dialogue on climate is right now
Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends
Source: The post is based on an article “Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends” published in The Times of India on 20th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Diaspora Relevance: benefits of remittances for India and associated challenges News: India leads globally in remittance receipts, surpassing Mexico and China and it has reduced… Continue reading Indian Dollar Transfers That Beat Some GOI Welfare Spends
