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Why in the news? The ICC received the 2024 OPCW-The Hague Award for its contributions to chemical safety and environmental stewardship, recognizing its initiatives like the Nicer Globe project and Responsible Care program during OPCW’s 29th States Parties Conference. Indian Chemical Council (ICC) Receives 2024 OPCW-The Hague Award: ICC was honored with the prestigious 2024 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Over 170 countries are negotiating a treaty to address plastic pollution, with key debates over production limits, financial support, and national regulations, particularly involving India’s stance. Introduction to Global Plastic Pollution: Over 170 countries are negotiating a legally binding global treaty to curb plastic pollution, with a focus on marine pollution. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions ,Infrastructure GS-3: Industrial Policy Focus: The indictment of Gautam Adani and associates by the U.S. Department of Justice has revealed an elaborate bribery scheme to secure lucrative solar power contracts in India. The investigation highlights corruption at high levels in the renewable energy sector and the use of bribery …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (EU-CBAM) has generated global controversy, particularly at COP29 in Baku, as developing countries, including India, condemn it as discriminatory. Introduction European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (EU-CBAM) has stirred a global debate on protectionist measures veiled as climate action. Framed …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s ambitious net-zero goal by 2070 faces challenges like surging energy demand, land-use constraints, and resource limitations, requiring innovative strategies amid global climate action discussions at COP-29. Net-Zero Commitments and Challenges: India has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 to combat climate change. However, this path involves challenges such as …
Read MoreWhy 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 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The government has introduced guidelines to prevent companies from making false environmental claims, requiring verifiable evidence for sustainability claims in advertisements to combat greenwashing. Greenwashing Guidelines Introduced by the Government: The government has issued guidelines to prevent companies from making false or misleading environmental claims. These guidelines, issued by the Central …
Read MoreProposed Mahadayi Tiger Reserve & Kalasa-Banduri Project In July 2023, the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court directed the Goa government to notify the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve . This decision followed demands from conservationists after a long legal battle. The Mhadei region, located in the Sahyadri mountain range—a UNESCO World …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3 – Sustainable development , Inclusive growth , Innovation , Digital India Mission Why in News The Global Digital Compact (GDC) is in the news following its adoption at the UN’s Summit of the Future, aiming to regulate digital technologies and advance global cooperation for sustainable development. Focus : This article delves …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Launched in Dubai under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE. Forum theme: “Empowering Global Action: Unlocking Opportunities and Advancing Progress.” Focus on international cooperation and innovative solutions for climate change and sustainability. Key Sessions: International Cooperation for Climate Mitigation: Led …
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