Source– This post is based on the article “NATO announces formal suspension of Cold War-era security treaty after Russia’s pullout” published in “The Hindu” on 7th November 2023. Why in the News? NATO has formally announced the suspension of Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE), a key Cold War-era security treaty in response… Continue reading NATO Suspends CFE Treaty After Russia’s Pullout
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‘Kill Switch’ to eliminate Cancer Cells
Source– This post is based on the article “In major breakthrough, scientists discover ‘kill switch’ that can eliminate cancer cells” published in “Wion” on 14th November 2023. Why in the News? Recently scientists from UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, California discovered a ‘kill switch’ that triggers the death of cancer cells. What is the ‘Kill… Continue reading ‘Kill Switch’ to eliminate Cancer Cells
Somalia Floods
Source– This post is based on the article “Once-in-a-century flooding swamps Somalia after historic drought” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023. Why in the News? Somalia is facing severe flooding, triggered by heavy seasonal downpours, which have been exacerbated by El Nino and the Indian Ocean Dipole. The United Nations has labelled this… Continue reading Somalia Floods
Gender Disparity in Organ Transplants
Source– This post is based on the article “Four out of five organ recipients in country are men: NOTTO data” published in “The Indian Express” on 15th November 2023. Why in the News? The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) data which is collected between 1995- 2021 revealed a sharp gender disparity in organ… Continue reading Gender Disparity in Organ Transplants
National Technical Textiles Mission: India targets $40-bn in technical textiles
Source: The post is based on the article “National Technical Textiles Mission: India targets $40-bn in technical textiles” published in “The Hindu” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? According to the Ministry of Textiles’ Joint Secretary, India’s market for technical textiles could grow from the current $23 billion to $40 billion by 2030.… Continue reading National Technical Textiles Mission: India targets $40-bn in technical textiles
Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs
Source: The post is based on the article “Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs” published in “PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and the Technology Development Board (TDB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)… Continue reading Technology Development Board and Small Industries Development Bank of India forge strategic alliance to boost MSMEs
THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023” published in“PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? The Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2023 (IPRD-2023) has concluded in New Delhi. What is Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue(IPRD)? Specifications Details What is it It is an annual apex-level regional strategic dialogue of the Indian… Continue reading THE INDO-PACIFIC REGIONAL DIALOGUE 2023
Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24
Source: The post is based on the article “Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24” published in “PIB” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has acknowledged the highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24. What is Patent? Specifications Details What… Continue reading Patents: Prime Minister acknowledges highest ever number of patents granted so far in 2023-24
COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference
Source: The post is based on the article “COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference” published in “The Hindu” on 18th November 2023 Why in the News? COP 28 is going to take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 30 November until 12 December 2023. What is COP? 1) COP… Continue reading COP 28: India has a critical role in Dubai climate conference
NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing
Source: The post is based on the article “NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing” published in “The Hindu” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has launched Nest Initiative. It will also be organizing the annual Green Building Congress 2023 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.… Continue reading NEST Initiative: IGBC launches certification initiative ‘Nest’ to promote eco-friendly housing
