The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill 2021: The Lok Sabha passed the contentious Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill 2021. Biodiversity refers to the variety of life forms that exist on the planet. Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2021: The Bill modifies the classification of entities and activities that require intimation, while also introducing exemptions to certain cases. The […]
Tag: 28th Jul 2023
Gulf Stream : Could Collapse
Gulf Stream : Could Collapse A recent study suggests the Gulf Stream system could collapse as soon as 2025. The Gulf Stream is a swift and warm ocean current that flows along the eastern coast of North America and crosses the Atlantic Ocean towards Europe. It originates in the Gulf of Mexico and is primarily […]
UK-India Young Professionals Scheme
UK-India Young Professionals Scheme: The British Government recently announced the opening of the second ballot of the Young Professional Scheme for Indian citizens. Young Professionals Scheme was conceived as part of an India-U.K. Migration and Mobility MoU signed in May 2021 and was announced in November at the G20 summit in Bali. It was formally […]
Conjunctivitis : Multiple Cases
Conjunctivitis : Multiple Cases Amid heavy rainfall in Delhi and nearby areas over the past few weeks, multiple cases of conjunctivitis are being reported in the National Capital Region. Conjunctivitis, commonly known as Pink Eye, is an infection or inflammation of the transparent membrane that covers the eyelid and eyeball. This membrane is called the […]
Scrub typhus
Scrub typhus: The Kerala Health department has issued an alert against scrub typhus as fresh cases of the disease have been reported from Kalath and District Court wards in Alappuzha municipality. Scrub typhus is a life-threatening infection caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi bacteria which is a major public health threat in South and Southeast Asia. It […]
Silvopasture Systems
Silvopasture Systems: In light of the global deterioration of natural resources and forests, silvopasture systems offer a relevant solution to deforestation trends. Silvopasture system is an ancient and proven practice that harmoniously integrates trees, forage and livestock on the same land. This system buffer against temperature and wind extremes, providing a favourable living environment for […]
PM-DevINE Scheme
PM-DevINE Scheme: The Union Ministry for the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region provided recent updates on the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North Eastern Region (PM-DevINE). The PM-DevINE scheme as a Central Sector scheme, was introduced as a part of the Union Budget 2022-23. The Cabinet granted approval for the PM-DevINE scheme on […]
Bharat Mandapam : International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre
Bharat Mandapam : International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre (IECC) complex, which has been christened Bharat Mandapam. This monumental project, developed as a national endeavor at an estimated cost of approximately Rs 2,700 crore, aims to showcase and promote India as a global business destination. During the grand opening […]
PESA Draft Rules : Jharkhand
PESA Draft Rules : Jharkhand Recently, the Jharkhand government published draft rules for public consultation to implement PESA in the state. The Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, commonly known as PESA, plays a crucial role in ensuring self-governance and empowerment for tribal communities residing in Scheduled Areas. PESA, enacted in 1996, […]
JUPITER-3 : Private Satellite To Space
JUPITER-3 : Private Satellite To Space SpaceX, led by visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk, is set to make history once again by launching the world’s largest private satellite to space on July 27. The satellite, named JUPITER-3 and developed by Maxar Technologies, is a breakthrough in the field of communications satellites, boasting impressive size and cutting-edge […]
