India urges adherence to 2016 ruling favouring the Philippines in the South China Sea Subject : Geography Section: Places in news Context: India called for adherence to the 2016 arbitration decision in favour of the Philippines, which has been rejected by China. Details: The negotiations are continuing between China and the ASEAN bloc […]

    Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Knowledge Centre and Space Museum to be ready in 18 months Subject : Science and Technology Section: Space technology Context: The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Knowledge Centre and Space Museum is expected to be ready in 18 months at Kowdiar in the State capital (Kerala). Details: The Centre is […]

    Transponders to be installed in sea vessels across India’s coastal areas to protect marine life Subject : Environment Section: Places in news Context: The central government has approved “a project for the national rollout of vessel communication and support systems including transponders on approximately 100,000 fishing vessels in all coastal states and Union […]

    Brazil GEF meet: Agreement on new biodiversity conservation fund; to be ratified in August Subject : Environment Section: International convention Context: The 64th Global Environment Facility’s (GEF) governing board has approved plans to establish a new fund to finance the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework adopted in December 2022. Details: Council […]

    How a lithium deal between two companies in France & UK is an opportunity for India’s EV sector Subject : Geography Section: Economic geography Context: A deal between a French minerals company and a British startup aims to produce enough lithium to run half a million EVs a year, according to media reports. […]