DPN Topics
The Need for Increased Climate Finance from Developed Nations Sub :Env Sec: Int Conventions Why in News At COP29 in Baku, Avinash Persaud, a leading climate economist, has urged developed nations to significantly increase their climate finance commitments. He emphasizes that without a substantial rise in funding, the credibility of global climate finance […]
Sea Ranching Initiatives Launched off Vizhinjam Coast as Part of Kerala’s Artificial Reef Project Sub : Geo Sec: Oceanography Why in News The Kerala Fisheries Department has initiated a sea ranching project along the Vizhinjam coast, releasing 20,000 pompano fingerlings as part of efforts to restore marine fisheries. This project is a follow-up […]
Sustainability Concerns in India’s Tea and Sugar Exports Sub : Geo Sec: Eco Geo Why in News India, one of the leading agricultural exporters, has witnessed rapid growth in the export of tea, sugar, and other commodities. However, this surge in exports raises significant concerns over sustainability, encompassing environmental, economic, and social factors. […]
New SEBI Rules for Angel Funds: Accredited Investors, Investment Limits, and Operational Changes Sub : Eco Sec: Capital market SEBI’s new proposal recommends that only accredited investors be allowed to invest in angel funds. Accredited investors must meet specific net-worth criteria verified by a third-party accreditation agency. This change is intended to prevent […]
China’s Expanding Military and Aerospace Capabilities Highlighted at Airshow China Sub : Sci Sec :Defence Why in News China’s largest air show, Airshow China 2024, has commenced in Zhuhai, drawing global attention as it showcases advancements in the nation’s military and aerospace capabilities. This event serves as a strategic platform for Beijing to […]
Engineering Bacteria to Perform Mathematical Computations Sub : Sci Sec : Awareness in IT and Computers Why in News The Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics in Kolkata achieved a significant breakthrough by engineering bacteria to solve mathematical problems. This advancement, led by synthetic biologist Dr. Sangram Bagh and his team, enables bacteria to […]
DRDO Successfully Conducts Maiden Test of Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) Sub : Sci Sec : Defence Why in News The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently carried out the first test flight of a newly developed Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). About LRLACM: The DRDO conducted the initial test […]
New NASA-ISRO satellite ‘NISAR’ to revolutionise Earth monitoring, disaster preparedness Sub : Sci Sec: Space tech NISAR Mission: The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission, a joint initiative by NASA and ISRO, represents a significant leap in Earth observation capabilities. It aims to monitor changes in the Earth’s surface with unmatched precision, benefiting […]
In Baku breakthrough, COP clears carbon credit trade Sub : Env Sec: Int convention Context: At the ongoing COP29 climate conference in Baku, countries have reached a landmark agreement to establish a global carbon market, addressing long-standing disputes and delays. This mechanism, rooted in Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, aims to facilitate […]
Global carbon dioxide emissions set to rise 0.8% over 2023, India’s contribution to go up 4.6% Sub : Env Sec Climate change Rising Global Carbon Emissions: A recent peer-reviewed report by the Global Carbon Budget (GCB) collective highlights trends in carbon emissions. Global Carbon Emission Trends Increase in Emissions: Global fossil CO₂ emissions […]