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Why in News? World Radio Day is observed on 13th February 2025 to highlight radio’s significance in communication. This year’s theme, “Radio and Climate Change,” emphasizes radio’s role in spreading awareness, disaster response, and promoting sustainable practices to combat climate challenges globally. Theme for 2025: “Radio and Climate Change” The theme for this year, “Radio …
Read MoreFor a Clean Yamuna: Governance Beyond Electoral Rhetoric The issue of pollution in the Yamuna River, particularly the rise in ammonia levels, has once again surfaced in political discourse, with allegations and counter-allegations taking center stage. However, beyond electoral considerations, this crisis underscores a fundamental governance failure in ensuring access to clean water—a basic public …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India Meteorological Department (IMD) celebrated its 150th anniversary, highlighting significant advancements in forecasting accuracy and future plans outlined in its Vision Document 2047, aiming for hyper-localized, zero-error weather predictions and weather management innovations by 2047. Improvements in Forecasting: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has enhanced forecast accuracy by 40% over the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Researchers from IIT Roorkee identified the Alaknanda River as highly vulnerable to landslide-induced natural dams, emphasizing the need for sustainable development to protect this key Ganges tributary and its ecosystem in the Garhwal Himalayas. Overview of the Alaknanda River: The Alaknanda River, a significant headstream of the Ganges River, originates from …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Economic Survey of 2023-24 shows that India has achieved relative economic growth from reduction in GHG emissions, sparking discussions on sustainable development and environmental policy. Introduction With impressive economic growth in recent decades, India is also concerned about rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, according to the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? SheSTEM 2024, organized by AIM and Sweden’s Embassy, encouraged Indian students to submit innovative ideas on battery technology and energy storage, promoting sustainability and STEM careers. Introduction to SheSTEM 2024: Organizers: The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the Office of Science & Innovation at the Embassy …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood ,Important International Institutions , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , International Treaties & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests. Focus: COP30, set to be hosted in Belém, Brazil, has sparked discussions on innovative approaches to climate negotiations. Proposals for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? IISc’s new biodegradable foam offers an eco-friendly alternative to plastic packaging, addressing environmental concerns and revolutionising the packaging industry with its recyclable, non-toxic properties. source:deccanherald Introduction to a Biodegradable Innovation: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a biodegradable foam aimed at replacing conventional plastic packaging in the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Upcoming COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 -22 November to 2024 will focus on climate finance and the carbon credit scheme, highlighting India’s initiatives and challenges in establishing a credible and efficient domestic carbon market. Introduction Climate finance and a global carbon credit system will be discussed …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Tamil Nadu’s new 2024 policy on repowering ageing wind turbines has faced opposition from wind energy generators, who argue it lacks financial incentives and field support for effective implementation. About Wind Energy Capacity and Potential in India: India has a substantial wind energy potential of 1,163.86 GW at 150 metres above …
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