In News Recently, the Like-Minded Developing Countries (LMDCs) have sought at least US $1.3 trillion per year from the wealthy countries in climate finance starting from 2030. About This demand is likely to cause further consternation even as countries negotiate on this amount at COP26. These countries are pushing for the inclusion of proposals in […]
In news A paper published in the journal, Nature Geoscience, has come up with a new reason behind the first mass extinction, also known as the Late Ordovician mass extinction. About the extinctions Sixth mass extinction: Some researchers have pointed out that we are currently experiencing a sixth mass extinction as the result of human-induced […]
In News The Kerala government made a strong pitch in the Supreme Court to decommission the 126-year-old deteriorated Mullaperiyar dam operated by Tamil Nadu and built a new one. Saying climate change, erratic and heavy rainfall and floods make the spectre of catastrophe real and near. Issues with the dam The ageing dam is situated […]
In News Recently, a global coalition of 10 organisations launched the Global Resilience Index Initiative (GRII) at COP26. About It will provide a globally consistent model for the assessment of resilience across all sectors and geographies. The GRII will be using cross-sector risk modelling experience, including public-private partnerships between governments, academia, insurance and engineering. GRII […]
In News The COVID-19 vaccination drive is a reminder that the benefits of many vaccines have yet to reach the adult population. Challenges of Adult Immunisation Perception of Child Oriented Thing Before the COVID-19 pandemic, most people linked and associated vaccination with children only. Maximum benefits when administered early Scientifically, the benefit of most vaccines […]
In News National Legal Services Day (NLSD) is marked across the country annually on the 9th of November. It was first started by the Supreme Court of India in 1995. About the Day The day is observed to commemorate the enactment of the Legal Services Authorities Act and to create awareness about the various provisions […]
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 After Islamabad, Beijing to skip New Delhi meeting on Kabul; Iran and Russia to join (IR) How is India responding to the security and humanitarian challenges in Afghanistan? GS 3 1 Online retail bets big on quick-commerce: micro warehouses, under 30-min […]
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 1 1 UNESCO picks Srinagar as ‘creative city’ (Art & culture) Read about the Creative City Networks. How will it impact Srinagar? Is Srinagar the first from India to get this recognition? GS 3 8 Breaking down the hype around Metaverse (Science & […]
In News The Star College Mentorship Programme was launched by the Ministry of Science and Technology. It will help young scientists and students to innovate and find solutions to future challenges through peer learning & hand-holding. About the Program: It was the first-ever Mentorship Programme for Young Innovators to mark the 75th Year of India’s […]
In News The Union Minister for Commerce and Industry has launched the 3rd edition of the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) report, 2021. About Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) Index It is a composite indicator to assess international trade logistics across states and Union territories. LEADS is an attempt to bring Longevity, Efficiency, […]
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