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Boosting Value Addition in Spices to Achieve $10-Billion Export Target by 2030 Sub: Eco Sec: Agri Why in News India, despite being the largest producer and exporter of spices, holds a meagre 0.7% share in the global seasoning market, which is valued at $14 billion in 2024. The World Spice Organisation (WSO) has […]
As Greenland is set to vote, Denmark wants status quo, U.S. seeks to upend it Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: Greenland is set to hold a general election on March 11. This election comes in the backdrop of heightened discussions about Greenland’s political future and its relationship with Denmark and the […]
One dead, 180 missing after boats sink off Yemen, Djibouti, says IOM Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: Four boats carrying migrants have sunk off Djibouti and Yemen killing at least one person and leaving more than 180 missing, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) About the route: The migration route from […]
ISRO’s Semi-Cryogenic Engine Test Sub :Sci Sec: Space Introduction ISRO successfully conducted the hot test on a semi-cryogenic engine (SE2000), marking a crucial step toward finalizing the cryogenic stage for future heavy-lift space missions. The test, known as the Power Head Test Article (PHTA), is the first hardware test in the development of […]
Assam Governor to Head Autonomous Councils if Polls Are Delayed Sub :Polity Sec: Federalism Introduction The Assam Assembly has passed amendment Bills related to seven autonomous councils. These amendments authorize the Governor to take over the functioning of these bodies if elections cannot be held even after the extended term ends. Key Provisions […]
UN report finds women’s rights were ‘weakened in a quarter of countries’ Sub :IR Sec: Int conventions Context: A recent report by UN Women, highlighted that women’s rights have regressed in a quarter of countries around the world in the past year. The report attributes this decline to various factors, including climate change, […]
Sudan files case against UAE at the ICJ over ‘complicity in genocide’ Sub :IR Sec: Int org Context: Sudan has filed a case against the UAE at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of violating the Genocide Convention by supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in ethnic attacks on the […]
Cyclone Alfred in Australia: What makes it rare and potentially more dangerous Sub :Geo Sec: Physical geo Context: Cyclone Alfred is a rare event impacting Australia’s southeastern coast, particularly Queensland and northern New South Wales. This storm is unusual for two key reasons: it has formed further south than typical cyclones and is […]
₹1 Lakh Crore Fund to Boost Private Sector R&D Nears Approval Sub : Sci Sec: Msc Why in News The Government of India is finalizing an ambitious ₹1 lakh crore fund aimed at stimulating private sector investment in core research and development (R&D). Details: The fund will provide low-interest, long-term loans to private […]
AI Kosha: India’s Repository for AI Development Sub :Sci Sec: Awareness in IT and Computer Why in News The Union government has launched AI Kosha, a centralized repository of non-personal datasets aimed at facilitating the development of artificial intelligence (AI) models and tools. The initiative is a part of the broader IndiaAI Mission, […]