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Food transitions in age of climate crisis should focus on diversifying options Subject: IR Section: International conventions Context: Despite increased food production aided by technology, global hunger persists, affecting 828 million in 2021 — up by 150 million since 2019. Details: A 52 per cent increase in food production is needed by 2050 […]
Rising methane could be a sign that Earth’s climate is part-way through a ‘termination-level transition’ Subject: Environment Section: International conventions Context: Since 2006, the amount of heat-trapping methane in Earth’s atmosphere has been rising fast. Methane emission: Methane is a much more potent greenhouse gas than CO₂ but it lasts slightly less than […]
Baghjan blowout: NGT directs Assam government to pay aid to affected families Subject: Environment Section: Places in news Context: The National Green Tribunal (NGT)’s principal bench ordered the Assam government to disburse interim compensation to the victims of Baghjan oil and gas leak that displaced close to 9,000 people in 2020 in Tinsukia […]
NDMA starts testing emergency cell broadcast tech Subject: Geography Section: Physical geography Context: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has started testing the emergency cell broadcast technology developed by C-DOT that will alert people at the time of natural disaster. About the Emergency cell broadcast technology: It aims to enhance public safety and […]
India launches ‘FloodWatch’ app for real-time flood updates Subject: Geography Section: Physical geography Context: The Central Water Commission launched an app, called ‘Floodwatch’, which can forecast the chances of floods a day in advance. Features of the App- Floodwatch: It also provides a seven-day advisory on the chances of floods at various stations […]
Chandrayaan-3 lander separates from propulsion module Subject: Science and technology Section: Space technology Context After 34 days on board the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft, the propulsion module and the lander module parted ways on August 17, and have now embarked on their respective journeys. Separation of Modules and Soft Landing Plans Propulsion module and lander […]
President Murmu launches stealth frigate INS Vindhyagiri Subject: Science and technology Section: Defence Context President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday launched INS Vindhyagiri, the last in the series of three Project 17A (Alpha) frigates built by the Indian Navy at Kolkata-based Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers ( GRSE). INS Vindhyagiri and Project 17A Details […]
Bilkis Bano Case: Supreme Court Questions Selective Application of Remission Policy in Gujarat Subject: Polity Section: Judiciary Context: The Supreme Court raised concerns over the Gujarat government’s alleged selective application of its premature release policy for prisoners. During the hearing, Justice B.V. Nagarathna directed probing questions at Additional Solicitor-General S.V. Raju, who was […]
To live with ALS and to care for patients extracts a toll Subject: Science and technology Section: Health Introduction Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a rare neurodegenerative disease. The gap between symptom onset and diagnosis significantly impacts the experience. Understanding ALS ALS targets Motor Neurons in the brain and spinal cord. Motor Neurons […]
As inflation rises & liquidity tightens, bond, T-Bill yields rise sharply Subject: Economy Section: External Sector In News: RBI status quo stance, incremental CRR (ICRR), inflationary pressure and weakening Rupee push yields on 10-year benchmark bonds and Treasury Bills sharply. Key Points: Bond yields have been increasing driven by three major factors: Liquidity […]