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05Oct 2024

India and US Enhance Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Why in the news? India and the US signed an agreement to strengthen critical mineral supply chains amid concerns over China’s control and recent export restrictions affecting cleantech industries. Agreement Details: Context: Amid rising concerns over China’s control of critical minerals, particularly in clean tech, India and the US signed an agreement to enhance the …

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30Sep 2024

Global Focus on Reducing Food Loss and Waste

Why in the news? The United Nations marked September 29 as International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, emphasising its role in addressing hunger, reducing waste, and mitigating environmental impacts. About the Global Concern on Food Loss and Waste (FLW): The United Nations has designated September 29 as International Day of Awareness of …

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28Sep 2024

Nicobar Project Contractors Stir Up Concerns

Why in the news? Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation Limited (ANIIDCO) has initiated the contractor selection process for tree enumeration, felling, and logging. This is part of the controversial Great Nicobar development project, which involves clearing76 sq km of forest. ANIIDCO emphasised that the current step is for tree enumeration, not immediate tree …

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24Sep 2024

PM Advocates Sustainable Global Future at UN Summit

Why in the news? The Prime Minister addressed the ‘Summit of the Future’ in New York, themed “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow.” The event saw participation from numerous global leaders. Key Highlights of the Address: The Prime Minister shared India’s vision for a sustainable future, representing one-sixth of humanity. He emphasised a human-centric approach …

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21Sep 2024

Protests Erupt Over Illegal Construction in Chokramudi Hills

Why in the news? Residents of Bison Valley protest land grabs and illegal construction in Chokramudi Hills, threatening endangered species and risking landslides in the ecologically fragile region. Protest Against Construction on Ecologically Sensitive Hills: Residents of Bison Valley, at the foothills of Chokramudi in Idukki, Kerala, are protesting against illegal construction activities. The hills …

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18Sep 2024

COP29 in Azerbaijan: Focus to be on climate finance agreement

Why in the News? Azerbaijan, the host of COP29, announced the launch of a Climate Finance Action Fund (CFAF) to support developing nations’ climate efforts. The fund aims to collect voluntary contributions from fossil fuel-producing countries and companies. The main agenda of COP29 is to finalize a climate finance agreement post-2025, requiring developed nations to …

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02Sep 2024

India has Recently Released the BioE3 policy which intends to Bring Revolution in Biotechnology

Why in the news? BioE3 has been initiated by Dr Jitendra Singh to make India as a Hub for Bio tech to become a developed nation by 2047. source:drugscontrol.org About the Policy Release and Vision: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has launched the BioE3 policy, and government framed biography abounding with ambition to actualize India …

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