Net Zero Producers’ Forum: Qatar, the US, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Norway have come together to form a cooperative forum that will develop pragmatic net zero-emission strategies. These countries are collectively responsible for 40% of global oil and gas production. The Net Zero Producers’ Forum will consider strategies and technologies which include “methane abatement, advancing […]
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NavlC: Opportunities for the Telecom Industry
NavlC: National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation, and Training (NTIPRIT), the apex training institute of the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India conducted a webinar on April 28, 2021, on the topic “NavlC — Opportunities for the Telecom Industry” in collaboration with ISRO and Telecom Industry. NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) is an autonomous […]
Leaders’ Summit On Climate
Leaders’ Summit On Climate: The Leaders’ Summit on Climate was convened by the US President virtually. 40 world leaders, including the Prime Minister of India, were invited to the event to underscore the urgency of stronger climate action. This summit is seen as a key milestone on the road to the United Nations Climate Change […]
Two Great Indian Bustards Shot In Pakistan
Two Great Indian Bustards Shot In Pakistan: A group of hunters shot down two Great Indian Bustards (GIBs) in a protected area of southern Punjab’s Cholistan in Pakistan. The Great Indian Bustard (GIB), the State bird of Rajasthan, is considered India’s most critically endangered bird. It is considered the flagship grassland species, representing the health […]
National Climate Vulnerability Assessment : Key Findings
National Climate Vulnerability Assessment: National climate vulnerability assessment released. The report is titled ‘Climate Vulnerability Assessment for Adaptation Planning in India Using a Common Framework’. It identifies the most vulnerable states and districts in India with respect to current climate risk and key drivers of vulnerability. Key findings of the report: It has identified Jharkhand, […]
Dolphin Census : Final Data
Final Data On The Dolphin Census: Odisha has released the final data on the dolphin census, indicating a spectacular growth in numbers. The population of dolphins in Chilika, India’s largest brackish water lake, and along the Odisha coast has doubled this year (2021) compared with last year. Three species were recorded during the census, with […]
Live Wild Mammals In Food Markets : WHO Opinion
Halt To The Sale Of Live Wild Mammals In Food Markets: The World Health Organization, the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have called for a halt to the sale of live wild mammals in food markets to prevent the emergence of new diseases such as COVID-19. Because […]
What is e-SANTA?
e-SANTA: It is an electronic marketplace providing a platform to connect aqua farmers and buyers. Launched by Union Commerce Ministry. It will enable the farmers to get a better price and the exporters to directly purchase quality products from the farmers enhancing traceability, a key factor in international trade. The term e-SANTA was coined for […]
Danube Sturgeon : Most Endangered Species in the World
Danube Sturgeon: According to a report released by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the illegal sale of Danube Sturgeon, one of the most endangered species in the world, is rampant in the lower Danube (River) region, especially in Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and Ukraine. The Danube is the second-longest river in Europe after the Volga. It […]
The India Energy Dashboards Version 2.0 : NITI Aayog
The India Energy Dashboards Version 2.0:: The India Energy Dashboards Version 2.0 was launched by NITI Aayog. India Energy Dashboards (IED) is an endeavour to provide single-window access to the energy data for the country. Energy data published/provided by Central Electricity Authority, Coal Controller’s Organisation, and Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is compiled in […]
