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Why in the News? The Indian Railways will participate in the Mission Amrit Sarovar initiative to construct and rejuvenate waterbodies near railway sites. This effort aims to combat water scarcity, improve groundwater levels, and enhance climate resilience through community-driven water conservation. Overview of Mission Amrit Sarovar: Launched in April 2022, the mission aims to construct …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Scientists have developed a new electrochemical technique to extract urea from urine in a solid form called percarbamide, aiding wastewater treatment and sustainable agriculture. This innovation enhances fertilizer efficiency while addressing nitrogen cycle gaps in human society. Urine: A Natural Resource for Agriculture Urine is often called “liquid gold” as it …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Cities Coalition for Circularity was launched at the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Jaipur to promote city-to-city collaboration, circular economy practices, and sustainability efforts. The event emphasized achieving SDGs and carbon neutrality in Asia-Pacific. 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum: Hosted at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? A study published in ACS Food Science & Technology found that tea leaves adsorb heavy metals like lead and cadmium during brewing. This discovery highlights tea’s potential role in reducing heavy metal exposure, benefiting global public health. How Tea Leaves Remove Heavy Metals? A new study reveals that tea leaves can …
Read MoreUrban horticulture, through practices like vertical and terrace gardening, offers sustainable solutions to food security challenges in metropolitan areas.” Critically analyze the potential of urban horticulture in India, considering recent innovations and their impact on urban food systems. Answer: Urban horticulture has emerged as a viable strategy to address food security challenges in India’s rapidly …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched Srjanam, India’s first indigenous automated biomedical waste treatment rig developed by CSIR-NIIST at AIIMS New Delhi, emphasizing sustainability and a paradigm shift from waste to wealth. Event Highlights: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s first indigenous Automated Biomedical Waste Treatment Rig, named Srjanam, at …
Read MoreFor a Clean Yamuna: Governance Beyond Electoral Rhetoric The issue of pollution in the Yamuna River, particularly the rise in ammonia levels, has once again surfaced in political discourse, with allegations and counter-allegations taking center stage. However, beyond electoral considerations, this crisis underscores a fundamental governance failure in ensuring access to clean water—a basic public …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-1: Inter-State Relations , Dispute Redressal Mechanisms ,Tribunals , Water Resources Focus: The Yamuna River became a political flashpoint after Delhi Chief Minister accused Haryana of releasing contaminated water, jeopardizing public health. Amid election campaigns, the focus shifted to the river’s pollution, water shortages, and declining ecological flow, highlighting the need for inter-state cooperation …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has seen 25+ lakh applications for rooftop solar installations. However, only 24% have been converted to actual installations due to a complex process involving multiple steps and approvals. Current Progress and Challenges: According to data submitted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy …
Read MoreWhy 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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