Source: The post is based on the article “Seven years on, India set to open new consulate in Seattle” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 How many consulates are currently there between India and the US?3 What is the significance of these new consulates between India and the… Continue reading Seven years on, India set to open new consulate in Seattle
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New technology for converting CO2 to CO holds potential for carbon capture and energy saving in the steel sector
Source: The post is based on the article “New technology for converting CO2 to CO holds potential for carbon capture and energy saving in the steel sector” published in “PIB” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? National Centre of Excellence in Carbon Capture and Utilisation (NCoE-CCU) at IIT Bombay has developed a carbon… Continue reading New technology for converting CO2 to CO holds potential for carbon capture and energy saving in the steel sector
Mercury Contamination
Source: This post “Mercury Contamination” is based on the article “Tropical birds show signs of mercury contamination, due to artisanal gold mining operations: Study” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is Artisanal Mining?3 Why is Mercury used in gold mining?4 What are the key findings of the… Continue reading Mercury Contamination
Govt plans sops for making small modular N-reactors
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt plans sops for making small modular N-reactors ” published in “Livemint” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The Government of India is planning to offer incentives along the lines of a production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for manufacturing small modular reactors(SMR). What are Small… Continue reading Govt plans sops for making small modular N-reactors
Annual Survey of India’s City-Systems 2023
Source: The post is based on the article “Annual Survey of India’s City-Systems 2023” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The sixth edition of the Annual Survey of India’s City-Systems (ASICS) 2023 report has been released. What is the Annual Survey of India’s City-Systems (ASICS) 2023 report? Released by:… Continue reading Annual Survey of India’s City-Systems 2023
Scientists Have Discovered ‘White Hydrogen’ Beneath France
Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists Have Discovered ‘White Hydrogen’ Beneath France” published in “TOI” on 3rd November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is White Hydrogen?3 What are the advantages of White Hydrogen over other types of Hydrogen?4 What is the potential and challenges with respect to White Hydrogen? Why… Continue reading Scientists Have Discovered ‘White Hydrogen’ Beneath France
Govt likely to extend RoSCTL (Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies) scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt likely to extend RoSCTL (Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies) scheme ” published in “Business Standard” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The Government of India is likely to extend the Rebate of State and Central Levies and Taxes (RoSCTL) scheme till… Continue reading Govt likely to extend RoSCTL (Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies) scheme
Right to privacy vs right to know: Supreme Court to resolve poll bonds conflict
Source: The post is based on the article “Right to privacy vs right to know: Supreme Court to resolve poll bonds conflict” published in “TOI” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India is hearing the case on the validity of the electoral bond scheme. The case involves resolving a… Continue reading Right to privacy vs right to know: Supreme Court to resolve poll bonds conflict
Chennai hosts an art exhibit showcasing Pichwai, some dating back 350 years
Source: The post is based on the article “Chennai hosts an art exhibit showcasing Pichwai, some dating back 350 years” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? Chennai’s Collage is hosting an art exhibition showcasing Pichwai paintings, some of which date back 350 years. What are Pichwai Paintings? Pichwai paintings… Continue reading Chennai hosts an art exhibit showcasing Pichwai, some dating back 350 years
NHAI sets up centre to manage dust
Source: The post is based on the article “NHAI sets up centre to manage dust” published in “TOI” on 3rd November 2023 Why in the News? The National Highways Authority of India(NHAI) has set up a ‘Dust and Control Management Centre’. What is the Dust and Control Management Centre? Specifications Details Setup by National Highways… Continue reading NHAI sets up centre to manage dust
