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News: The G7 nations promised to abandon fossil fuels more quickly and urged other nations to do the same, but they were unable to reach an agreement on new dates for doing away with dirty energy sources like coal. An international grouping of the seven most developed countries was established in 1975. Canada, France, Germany, …
Read MoreContext: Recently the opposition parties of Odisha accused the state government of colluding with the private miners to deliberately reflect the quality of iron ore as low grade causing massive loss to the State exchequer. Category and Price calculation Ore containing 58% iron content and below is considered low grade and generally priced much lower …
Read MoreNatural The Earth’s core is the largest carbon storage on Earth — roughly 90% is buried there. Scientists have shown that the oceanic crust that sits on top of tectonic plates and falls into the interior contains hydrous minerals and can sometimes descend all the way to the core-mantle boundary. The temperature at the core-mantle …
Read MoreContext: The Supreme Court Monday imposed a fine of Rs 10 lakh on the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) for contempt of court. This was in relation to the MMRCL seeking permission from the superintendent of gardens and trees to fell 185 trees in the Aarey forest area for the metro rail project — …
Read MoreContext: Plastic trash is abundant in our urban refuse, rivers, and forests, from the slopes of the highest peaks to the depths of abyssal trenches. A new study by researchers from Canada, the Netherlands, and the U.S. has reported that coastal lifeforms have also colonised plastic items in the ocean “The Anthropocene epoch” is the …
Read MoreCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become an integral part of business strategy in contemporary times. It refers to the practice of companies taking responsibility for their impact on society and the environment. The concept has gained significant importance in India, as companies are increasingly recognizing their role in contributing to the well-being of society. Body …
Read MoreThe relationship between ethics and aptitude has long been debated in philosophy and social sciences. Ethics is concerned with moral principles and values, while aptitude refers to the natural ability or talent to do something well. Both ethics and aptitude play a significant role in shaping an individual’s personality and behavior. Body Ethics and Aptitude: …
Read MoreTourism is a significant contributor to India’s economy, accounting for 9.2% of the country’s GDP and employing over 80 million people (about twice the population of New York). India’s rich cultural heritage, diverse landscape, and hospitality make it an attractive destination for tourists. However, despite its vast potential, India’s tourism industry faces several challenges that …
Read MoreIndia’s space program, which began in 1962, has developed into a significant aspect of the country’s technological and scientific progress. India’s space program has advanced to the point that it is now an independent space-faring nation, with its own satellites and rocket launch capabilities. Body Evolution of India’s Space Program: The Indian Space Research Organisation …
Read MoreContext: Recently, The Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition challenging the constitutional validity of Section 5(4) of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, which states that a woman who legally adopts a child below three months old will be entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave. The petition challenges Section 5(4) of the Act on …
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