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Why in the news? The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will host the National Panchayat Awards 2024 to honor Panchayats excelling in rural development across various sectors, aligned with SDGs. Event Details: The National Panchayat Awards Conferment Ceremony 2024 will be held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, organized by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR). The …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Michelle Bachelet: Former Chilean President and human rights advocate, is the 2024 honoree of the Indira Gandhi Prize. Award’s Purpose: Recognizes contributions to peace, disarmament, and development, aligning with Indira Gandhi’s vision. Key Features of the Award Established in: 1986 by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust to honor the legacy of …
Read MoreWhy in the News? IEA Conference: Concluded a 2-day Global Conference on Energy and AI in Paris, gathering over 500 participants, including ministers from 25 countries. Focus Area: Highlighted the rising electricity demand from data centres while emphasizing AI’s role in energy transitions. Key Participants: Countries like India, Japan, UK, and the USA alongside CEOs …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Environment Ministry launched the Aravalli Green Wall Project to green a 5 km buffer zone around the Aravalli Hills, addressing desertification, land degradation, and ecological challenges across Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Delhi. Scope and Overview: The Aravalli Green Wall Project aims to establish a 5 km green buffer around …
Read MoreWhy in the news? AOMSUC 2024, hosted by India Meteorological Department (IMD), focuses on satellite applications in meteorology, climate monitoring, and disaster management, promoting global collaboration and innovation for addressing weather and climate challenges in the Asia-Oceania region. Introduction to AOMSUC: The Asia-Oceania Meteorological Satellite Users’ Conference (AOMSUC) began in 2010 in Beijing, China, as …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India is hosting the UN’s 13th geospatial plenary in New Delhi, highlighting its leadership in geospatial technology and fostering global collaboration for sustainable development and data-driven economies. India to Host 13th UN GGIM Asia-Pacific Plenary: India will host the 13th United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management (GGIM) Asia-Pacific Plenary and Regional …
Read MoreRelevance: GS – 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment; Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Why in the News? India aims to achieve a $5 trillion economy and become the world’s third-largest economy in the next five years. Achieving this ambitious goal depends …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Ministry of Jal Shakti launched the “Bhu-Neer” portal during India Water Week 2024, introducing advanced features to streamline groundwater regulation, ensure transparency, and promote sustainable resource use. Introduction to Bhu-Neer Portal: The Ministry of Jal Shakti, in collaboration with the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and NIC, launched the “Bhu-Neer” …
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 19th G20 Summit, hosted by Brazil, emphasises launching the “Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty” to tackle global disparities, with participation from world leaders including PM Modi and Joe Biden. Key Highlights of the Summit: The 19th G20 Summit commenced in Brazil, hosted by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. …
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