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14Nov 2024

THE IMPACT OF PRADHAN MANTRI UJJWALA YOJANA IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

Syllabus:   GS 2 – Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes Why in the News? In Jammu & Kashmir, 85.07% of households have LPG connections. Nearly 68% of these LPG connections were provided under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). Expansion of LPG …

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14Nov 2024

REFORMING INDIA’S AGRICULTURAL POLICIES FOR SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Syllabus: GS-1: Agricultural Resources GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS – 3: E-Technology in the Aid of FarmersCropping Patterns Focus: The discussion around India’s agricultural policies has gained traction due to the need for reform in the face of environmental degradation and changing climate conditions. The focus is on shifting from High-Yielding Varieties (HYVs) to …

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14Nov 2024

IISC’S BIODEGRADABLE FOAM: TRANSFORMING PACKAGING FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Why in the news? IISc’s new biodegradable foam offers an eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging, addressing environmental concerns and revolutionising the packaging industry with its recyclable, non-toxic properties. source:deccanherald Introduction to a Biodegradable Innovation: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a biodegradable foam aimed at replacing conventional plastic packaging in the …

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14Nov 2024

VOYAGER 2 EXPLORES OUTER SOLAR SYSTEM AND BEYOND

Why in the news? Voyager 2, launched in 1977, continues transmitting data from interstellar space, revealing valuable insights into the solar system’s boundary, decades after its historic flybys of Uranus and Neptune. source:scribd Historic Journey and Planetary Discoveries: Launched on August 20, 1977, Voyager 2 was tasked with exploring the outer planets: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, …

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14Nov 2024

U.S. DECISION PENDING ON TAIWAN’S HAWK MISSILE FUTURE

Why in the news? Taiwan’s defence minister announced the United States will decide the future of Taiwan’s decommissioned HAWK missiles, a system historically significant but outdated, affecting Taiwan’s strategic defence planning. source:indianexpress   About the HAWK Missile: The HAWK (Homing All the Way Killer) MIM-23 is an all-weather, low-to-medium altitude surface-to-air missile system, developed by …

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14Nov 2024

CENTRE SETS NEW GUIDELINES FOR TRANSPARENT COACHING ADVERTISEMENTS

Why in the news? The Centre issued guidelines to curb misleading claims by coaching institutes, enforcing transparency in success rates, infrastructure, and requiring consent for minors’ testimonials, aiming to protect consumers. source:timelinedaily New Guidelines for Transparency in Coaching Advertisements: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued new guidelines mandating coaching institutes to disclose accurate information …

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14Nov 2024

UNION MINISTER HONORS DOGRA ARTIST GORINATH WITH SARANGI

Why in the news? Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh presented a Sarangi to Dogra artist Gorinath, recently praised by PM Modi for preserving Dogra heritage through traditional music, celebrating his cultural contributions. About the Presentation of Sarangi to Gorinath: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh presented a new “Sarangi” to Gorinath, a traditional Dogra musician from …

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14Nov 2024

WORLD DIABETES DAY: PROMOTING HEALTH, AWARENESS, AND PREVENTIVE CARE

Why in the news? World Diabetes Day highlights the rising diabetes epidemic, its link to obesity, preventive foot care, and the importance of lifestyle changes to reduce health risks globally, especially in India. source:pib Diabetes and Obesity Risks: Diabetes, particularly type 2, is strongly linked to obesity, with family history and excess body weight increasing …

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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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