Technology And Innovation Report 2023: UNCTAD In its Technology and Innovation Report 2023, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has stated that developed countries are benefiting more from green technologies than developing countries, and this could deepen global economic inequality. Key Findings : Green technologies can create a market worth USD 9.5 […]
Exercise Vayu Prahar
Exercise Vayu Prahar: The Indian Army and the Indian Air force recently conducted a joint exercise, ‘Vayu Prahar’. Exercise Vayu Prahar is a multi-domain air-land exercise jointly conducted by the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. The special forces also participated along with the Army and the Navy in the 96-hour exercise which was […]
G20 RIIG Conference
G20 RIIG Conference: The G20 RIIG (Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Innovation Group) Conference will take place on March 23, bringing together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world. The conference will focus on the theme of building a sustainable and circular bio-economy, and discussions will cover various topics related to this critical […]
Gandhamardan Hill Range : Biodiversity Heritage Site
Gandhamardan Hill Range : Biodiversity Heritage Site The state government of Odisha declared the Gandhamardan Hill Range in Bargarh and Balangir district as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS). The Gandhamardan hill (Gandhamardan Reserve Forest) spreads in Bargarh and Balangir districts in Odisha. This ecologically fragile ecosystem is rich in floral and faunal diversity and is […]
PENCIL Portal
PENCIL Portal: The Minister of State for Labour and Employment informed Rajya Sabha about the PENCIL portal and implementation of the National Child Labour Project (NCLP) Scheme. Platform for Effective Enforcement for No Child Labour (PENCIL) is a separate online portal to ensure effective enforcement of the provisions of the Child Labour Act and smooth […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 24th March 2023
Today’s Current Affairs: 24th March 2023 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Green Tug Transition Programme
Green Tug Transition Programme: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways in India has announced the launch of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP) with the aim of making India a global hub for green shipbuilding by 2030. The programme will start with Green Hybrid Tugs, which will be powered by green hybrid propulsion […]
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: European Union is willing to collaborate with India in easing the administrative burden for businesses while enforcing its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). CBAM or Carbon Tax is a tax that imposes importers and non-EU manufacturers to pay for the carbon emission linked to the goods they sell within EU limits. […]
Sharda Peeth
Sharda Peeth: Home Minister e-inaugurated Mata Sharda Devi Temple dedicated to Goddess Sharda Devi and announced that the government of India will attempt to build a Kartrapur-style corridor to Sharda Peeth as an important step in the direction of discovery of Sharda-civilization and promotion of Sharda-script. Union Home Minister said that the government will move […]
World Meteorological Day 2023
World Meteorological Day 2023: World Meteorological Day takes place every year on 23 March It is in force from 23 March 1950 of the Convention establishing the World Meteorological Organization. It showcases the essential contribution of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services to the safety and wellbeing of society and is celebrated with activities around the […]