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Is the Spike in India’s Trade Deficit a Cause for Concern? Sub: Eco Sec: External Sector Why This in News India has recently witnessed a significant rise in its trade deficit, reaching a nine-month high in July 2024, followed by a further increase in August. This surge, driven by declining exports and rising […]
South America’s Climate Crisis: Wildfires, Droughts, and the Threat of La Niña Sub: Geo Sec: Mapping Why in News: South America is currently facing a severe environmental crisis with widespread wildfires, droughts, and the impending impact of a La Niña event. Countries like Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia, and Peru are grappling with extreme climate […]
India’s First Comprehensive Cancer Genomics Repository Launched by ICGA Foundation Sub: Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News The Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) Foundation has launched India’s first comprehensive cancer genomics repository. This platform aims to improve the understanding of genetic variations in cancer specific to the Indian population, marking a significant advancement […]
At UN summit, India calls for global shift to sustainable living Sub: Env Sec: Int Conventions Context: The UN “Summit of the Future” is being held in New York, USA. Details: India’s Approach to Climate Change: Emphasis on sustainable lifestyles to address climate challenges Focus on affordable solutions rather than imposed decisions Potential […]
‘Export potential high for plantation sector’ Sub: Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: Plantation commodities and their value-added products have significant export potential. Key Export Statistics: Tea: 260 million kg exported last fiscal year Coffee: $1.29 billion worth of exports Spices:9% consistent growth rate (CAGR) Value Addition in Exports: Spices: Nearly 50% of exports […]
Innovative Projects in PM Surya Ghar Yojana: Blockchain, Smart Materials, and More Sub : Schemes Sec: Economy Why in News The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced a ₹500-crore sub-component for innovative projects under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The initiative aims to boost novel solutions in rooftop […]
Third Indigenous Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor Attains Criticality: Advancing India’s Nuclear Power Capabilities Sub : Sci Sec: Nuclear sector /energy Why in News: India’s nuclear power sector made significant strides as Unit 7 of the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (RAPP) achieved criticality. This marks a key milestone in India’s indigenous nuclear energy development. […]
Tata Steel commissions ‘India’s largest blast furnace’ at Kalinganagar Sub: Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: Tata Steel successfully commissioned India’s largest blast furnace at Kalinganagar in Jajpur district of Odisha as part of the Phase II plant expansion. The new blast furnace, with a volume of 5,870 cubic metre, is equipped with state-of-the-art […]
Bombay HC strikes down Centre’s amended IT rules Sub: Sci and Tech Sec: Awareness in IT Context: The Bombay High Court struck down crucial provisions of the amended Information Technology Rules, 2023. The rules empowered the Centre to set up a fact check unit (FCU) to identify fake, false and misleading information about […]
Why two dozen top scientists have expressed concern over the country’s flagship science awards Sub: Schemes Sec: Sci Context: A group of scientists some of whom were involved in the selection process for the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar, alleged that the names of three scientists were removed from the list submitted by the panel. […]