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13Nov 2024

CLIMATE FUNDING CHALLENGES AND AMBITIONS AT COP29

Syllabus:  GS-2: Important  International Institutions ,Conservation GS-3: Environmental Pollution & Degradation Focus: The COP29 summit in Azerbaijan has brought renewed focus on updating climate finance frameworks, with developing nations calling for a substantial increase in annual funds. The current $100 billion annual commitment from advanced nations, set in 2015, is due for a critical review …

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13Nov 2024

GLOBAL CO₂ EMISSIONS TO RISE 0.8% IN 2024: REPORT

Why in the news? The 2024 Global Carbon Budget report highlights a projected 0.8% increase in global CO₂ emissions, underscoring the urgent need for emission reductions to meet climate targets and limit warming. source:toi Key Findings of the 2024 Global Carbon Budget: Projected Increase: Global fossil CO₂ emissions are set to rise by 0.8% in …

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13Nov 2024

KONARK WHEELS INSTALLED AT RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN CULTURAL CENTER

Why in the news? Four sandstone replicas of the Konark Sun Temple wheels have been installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan to celebrate India’s cultural heritage, blending historical artistry with modern public spaces. Highlights about the Konark Wheels Installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan: New Additions: Four sandstone replicas of the iconic Konark wheels from the 13th-century Konark Sun …

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13Nov 2024

GLUTEN’S ROLE IN FOOD INDUSTRY AND HEALTH CONCERNS

Why in the news? Heightened awareness of gluten’s impact on health has increased demand for gluten-free options, especially for those with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity, highlighting the protein’s role in food science. source:medium What is Gluten? Definition and Composition: Gluten is a protein found primarily in wheat, barley, and rye. It consists of gliadins …

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13Nov 2024

FSSAI MANDATES 30% SHELF LIFE FOR E-COMMERCE FOOD SAFETY

Why in the news? FSSAI has directed e-commerce food businesses to ensure a minimum 30% shelf life for delivered products, enhancing food safety standards and enforcing accurate product claims for consumer protection. source:economictimes FSSAI’s Directive to E-commerce FBOs: New Shelf Life Standard: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has instructed e-commerce food  …

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13Nov 2024

NEWLY DISCOVERED DICLIPTERA SPECIES THRIVES IN FIRE-PRONE GRASSLANDS

Why in the news? Researchers identified Dicliptera polymorpha in India’s Western Ghats, noting its rare dual-blooming cycle and fire-adaptive traits, which emphasise the need for conservation in fire-affected grassland ecosystems.   source:scribd Discovery of Dicliptera Polymorpha: New Species: A recently discovered species, Dicliptera polymorpha, belongs to the genus Dicliptera and was found in the Northern …

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13Nov 2024

SUBANSIRI LOWER HYDRO ELECTRIC PROJECT: INDIA’S LARGEST HYDROPOWER INITIATIVE

Why in the news?  A new Fisheries Management Plan was signed for the 2000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project in Assam, enhancing environmental sustainability efforts alongside its hydropower generation. source:wordpress About the Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project (SLHEP): A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was recently signed to implement a Fisheries Management Plan at the …

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12Nov 2024

Supreme Court Overturns 1967 Ruling on AMU’s Minority Status

Why in the news?  The Supreme Court reversed its 1967 ruling in the Azeez Basha case, granting Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) the possibility to claim minority institution status, sparking legal and political debates. Key Points: Background and Legal Change: Azeez Basha Case (1967): The Supreme Court had previously ruled that AMU could not be considered …

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12Nov 2024

SC Orders Delhi Government to Decide on Firecracker Ban

Why in the news? The Supreme Court stressed the importance of pollution-free environments, directing the Delhi government to decide on a year-round firecracker ban by November 25, 2024, after violations during Diwali. Highlights of the Court’s Observations on Pollution: The Supreme Court emphasised that no religion encourages activities leading to pollution. The right to live …

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12Nov 2024

LignoSat: World’s First Satellite Made of Wood

Why in the news? LignoSat, the first satellite made from wood, was launched to test wood’s durability in space, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional metal satellites and potential for future space structures. Introduction: LignoSat is the world’s first satellite with wooden components, launched aboard a SpaceX rocket from Kennedy Space Center, Florida. Developed by …

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