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Trump’s Middle East Strategy: Sanctions, Syria, and Shifting Alliances Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , International Treaties & Agreements Focus: U.S. President Donald Trump recently met Ahmad al-Sharaa, Syria’s new de facto leader …
Read MoreFighting Malnutrition Through Empowerment Syllabus GS 2: Health Why in the News? Despite major food schemes and POSHAN Abhiyaan, India’s malnutrition rates remain high among women due to lack of empowerment, financial independence, and deeply rooted gender-based social inequalities. Introduction India’s fight against malnutrition remains a challenge, particularly for women and girls. Despite economic growth …
Read MoreIndia Reports Growth in Green Cover Amid Concerns Why in the News ? At the UN Forum on Forests, India reported an increase in forest and tree cover to 25.17% of its geographical area. However, experts flagged methodological flaws, loss of unclassed forests, and rising forest degradation, questioning the credibility of the data. Key Highlights …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & InterventionsInternational Treaties & Agreements GS-3: Renewable Energy Focus: The Indian government’s Mission LiFE initiative has introduced Water Green Credits, modeled after carbon credits, to promote water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and efficient usage. This market-driven mechanism aims to address India’s alarming groundwater depletion by incentivizing industries, farmers, and individuals to optimize …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A recent study by Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) and leading global universities highlights that India’s Heat Action Plans (HAPs) lack long-term strategies. Despite covering 23 states, gaps in implementation, coordination, and funding hinder effective heat resilience measures, raising concerns amid rising heat-related fatalities. Key Findings of the Study: The study …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3- Permafrost , cryosphere , environmental damage , Jammu and Kashmir region Focus : This article examines the emerging risks posed by the thawing of permafrost in the Kashmir Himalayas, highlighting its impact on infrastructure, hydrology, and environmental stability. It underscores the necessity for integrated monitoring, strategic infrastructure planning, and community preparedness …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Supreme Court ruling: The SC overturned an NGT order (2022) and a Madras HC decision (2024) halting development in Auroville. Key issue: Lack of environmental clearance cited as a reason for stopping construction. Balancing rights: The judgment emphasized striking a “golden balance” between the right to a clean environment and the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? UN-Habitat and C40 Cities have announced a strategic partnership to drive sustainable urban development. The collaboration focuses on inclusive, resilient, and green cities, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to tackle urban challenges globally. About the Partnership: UN-Habitat and C40 Cities have formed a landmark partnership to promote sustainable urban …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Inclusive Growth , Growth & Development , Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Conservation Focus: Recent economic data and policy discussions have highlighted concerns about India’s consumption-driven growth model. Experts emphasize the need for higher investment in infrastructure, manufacturing, and innovation to achieve long-term economic expansion, learning from China’s investment-led growth strategy. Understanding Economic …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Jammu & Kashmir government launched a census to conserve Chinar trees by assigning unique “Tree Aadhaar” numbers, geo-tagging, and QR coding them, ensuring preservation of this culturally and ecologically significant species. About the Conservation Project Jammu & Kashmir government launched a census to conserve the dwindling Chinar population. Each tree …
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