Global Warming: Causes, Effects & Solutions
Understand the urgent realities of global warming—its causes, impacts, and how you can help prevent it. A must-know topic for every UPSC aspirant.
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Understand the urgent realities of global warming—its causes, impacts, and how you can help prevent it. A must-know topic for every UPSC aspirant.
Read More8th International Solar Alliance Assembly Begins in Delhi Why in the News? The 8th Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly has begun at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with participation from 124 countries and over 40 ministers, aiming to deepen global cooperation and accelerate solar adoption for a sustainable future. This global initiative parallels …
Read MorePrime Minister Modi Pays Tribute to Visionary Leader Abdul Kalam, Emphasizing Sustainable Development Goals and Renewable Energy Sector Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India and eminent scientist, on his birth anniversary, acknowledging his contribution to science, education, and nation-building, and recalling his …
Read MorePowering the India-Australia Clean Energy Alliance Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, International Treaties & Agreements, Government Policies & Interventions Why in the News? Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, is visiting New Delhi to meet India’s Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi, advancing the India-Australia Renewable Energy Partnership (REP). …
Read MoreSawalkote Hydropower Project on Chenab Gets Clearance Why in the News ? The Environment Ministry’s Expert Appraisal Committee has granted fresh environmental clearance to the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir, marking the first major approval after India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan in April 2025. …
Read MoreIndia Declares Three Ports as Green Hydrogen Hubs Why in the News ? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has recognised Deendayal Port (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar Port (Tamil Nadu), and Paradip Port (Odisha) as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, advancing India’s goal of net zero emissions by 2070. Advancing India’s …
Read MoreAsia’s Carbon Capture Drive Threatens Climate Targets Why in the News? A new Climate Analytics report warns that Asia’s dependence on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) could lead to 25 billion tonnes of extra emissions by 2050, undermining the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal and locking the region into fossil fuel dependence. This situation parallels concerns …
Read MoreIndia to Host 8th International Solar Alliance Assembly Why in the News? India will host the 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly from October 27–30, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The session aims to strengthen global cooperation on solar energy, review progress, and align actions toward affordable and sustainable solar solutions for all, while …
Read MoreIndia Expands Solar Pump Scheme to Africa, Islands Why in the News ? India plans to promote its PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar solar programmes across African and island nations through the International Solar Alliance (ISA) platform. The move aims to strengthen renewable energy cooperation and enhance solar connectivity in regions with limited infrastructure, while …
Read MoreCheaper Gas: Key to India’s Low-Carbon Transition Syllabus: GS-3: Issues Relating to Growth & Development, Renewable Energy, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? India’s energy policy focus has returned to natural gas as global prices are expected to decline, making gas imports more affordable. With Gazprom planning an LNG terminal in India, cheaper …
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