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Why in the news? North Atlantic right whales, critically endangered with high risks from human activities, have shown a modest 4% population increase since 2020, marking a hopeful trend after a decade of steep decline and highlighting ongoing conservation efforts. Slight Population Growth in North Atlantic Right Whales: North Atlantic right whale populations have increased …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Parliament ,Executive ,Federalism ,Elections Focus: The upcoming U.S. presidential elections on November 5 hold global significance, with major world powers watching closely to understand future American foreign policy. Contrary to views of American decline, both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (if they assume power) are likely to wield influence assertively, maintaining America’s dominance …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The new rules enhance biodiversity management, reinforce the National Biodiversity Authority’s role, and mandate pre-IPR approvals, aiming to strengthen conservation and regulate bio-resource use in India. About Biological Diversity Rules, 2024: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change recently introduced the Biological Diversity Rules, 2024, under the Biological Diversity Act …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Scientists suggest dispersing diamond dust in the atmosphere could reduce global temperatures by 1.6°C, offering a safer alternative to current geoengineering methods but with significant cost and ecological concerns. About the Diamond Dust Geoengineering: A new study explores diamond dust as a geoengineering approach to mitigate global warming by cooling Earth’s …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The ISA Assembly brings together 120 countries to discuss strategies for enhancing solar energy adoption, focusing on energy access and sustainability under India’s presidency and France’s co-presidency. Highlights of the Seventh ISA Assembly: The Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly begins today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s Aditya-L1 mission successfully predicted a coronal mass ejection, marking a significant advancement in solar research and enhancing understanding of space weather impacts on Earth. Overview of Aditya-L1 Mission: The first scientific results from India’s Aditya-L1 mission, dedicated to studying the sun, have been released. Launched by the Indian Space Research …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh introduced India’s revised NBSAP, focusing on ecosystem restoration, community conservation, and sustainable management, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 and promote ecological harmony. About the Launch of India’s Updated Biodiversity Strategy: Minister of State for Environment, Kirti Vardhan Singh, unveiled India’s updated National Biodiversity Strategy and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The summit, themed on Asia’s Buddhist heritage, supports India’s Act East Policy by fostering dialogue and cooperation among Buddhist leaders to address regional challenges and promote spiritual unity. Highlights of the First Asian Buddhist Summit: India’s Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), will host the first …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Inclusive GrowthGrowth & Development Focus: Recent reports highlight the paradox of stagnant rural wages despite significant GDP growth in India. While the economy expands, real wages for rural workers have declined, raising concerns about the sustainability of rural livelihoods and the effectiveness of policies aimed at improving economic …
Read MoreRelevance: GS – 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has retrieved approximately 130 metric tonnes of gold previously held in safe custody with the Bank of England over the last two-and-a-half years. This strategic shift …
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