- Prime Minister Narendra Modi held productive exchanges with G7 leaders on key global challenges during the G-7 Outreach Summit at Kananaskis in Canada.
- This year’s G-7 Outreach Summit, being hosted by Canada, is themed around three core pillars of “protecting our communities around the world”, “building energy security and accelerating the digital transition” and “securing the partnerships of the future”.
- In 2025, G7 partners are marking 50 years of partnership and cooperation.
- This was the Prime Minister’s sixth consecutive participation in the G-7 Summit.
- He addressed a Session on ‘Energy Security: diversification, technology and infrastructure to ensure access and affordability in a changing world' Read More
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Daily Current Affairs – 18 June, 2025
PDF - Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav released the revised Green India Mission (GIM) document for 2021-2030 period.
- The National Governing Council of the Mission will be chaired by the Union Environment Minister.
- The National Executive Council will be headed by the Secretary, Ministry of Environment.
- The Directorate will be supported by a team of experts and secretarial staff. Read More
Revised Green India Mission Plan
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Mission Governance Structure
- Hydraulic systems convert power into smooth, flexible mechanical movement, making heavy lifting and precision tasks possible.
- Hydraulic systems are essential in modern engineering, enabling powerful and precise movement in various industries.
- They offer advantages such as smooth operation, high power-to-weight ratio, precise control, and efficient heat dissipation.
- Worldwide, hydraulics constitute a $45-50 billion market and is growing steadily. Read More
Hydraulic Systems: Functioning & Applications
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About the Hydraulic Systems
- The Indian government is planning to adopt new standards to cap air conditioner (AC) temperature settings between 20 and 28 degrees Celsius to reduce peak power demand.
- Cooling Demand Statistics: Cooling accounts for around 50 GW, or nearly 20% of India’s peak power demand.
- Growth in AC Usage: India currently has 10 crore ACs, with 1.5 crore units added every year.
- Energy-Saving Potential: Each 1°C increase in AC temperature leads to 6% electricity savings. Read More
India is Set to Air Conditioner Temperature Guidelines
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Rising Cooling Demand in India
- Recently, India joined the global community in observing the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable land management and climate resilience.
- It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1994, observed annually on June 17.
- It highlights the urgent need for sustainable land management and global action against desertification.
- Theme (2025): ‘Restore the Land. Unlock the Opportunities’ Read More
World Day to Combat Desertification & Drought
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About World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
- The Kerala High Court has imposed a ban on single-use plastics in hilly tourist destinations and regulated the use of plastic bottles at large gatherings such as weddings and government events.
- Climate and Biodiversity Linkages: Plastic waste in the hilly regions contributes to soil and water contamination, affecting biodiversity and local food systems.
- Environmental Sensitivity: Hilly regions are ecologically fragile and require extra safeguards against pollution and degradation.
- Public Health: Accumulated plastic waste leads to mosquito breeding, water contamination, and affects the natural beauty of tourist destinations. Read More
Kerala High Court Bans Single-Use Plastic in Hilly Areas
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Impact of plastic waste
- Iran has reportedly threatened that it could consider closing the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing conflict, raising eyebrows globally.
- Strait of Hormuz is a critical narrow waterway between Iran and Oman, and connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
- A strait is a narrow passage of water that connects two larger bodies of water. Read More
