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Saudi Arabia opens resort island at futuristic mega-city Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: Saudi Arabia’s ambitious mega-city project, NEOM, recently announced the opening of its first physical showcase, Sindalah, a luxury island in the Red Sea. This initiative is part of the country’s broader efforts to diversify its economy and promote […]
The Rise and Fall of P2P Lending in India Sub: Eco Sec: Monetary Policy Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Lending is a form of financial technology (fintech) that allows individuals to lend and borrow money directly from one another without the involvement of traditional financial institutions like banks. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending emerged as an alternative lending […]
Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis: Causes, Trends, and Mitigation Measures Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why in News Delhi’s air quality has deteriorated significantly as particulate matter (PM 2.5) levels rise to over 10 times the safe limit prescribed by the World Health Organization (WHO). The seasonal spike in pollution levels, aggravated by stubble burning […]
India’s New Horizons in Space: Key Missions and Developments Sub: Sci Sec: Space tech Why in News India’s space program has recently made significant strides, marked by new project approvals, expanded missions, and the launch of international collaborations. With the Union Cabinet’s endorsement of multiple missions, including lunar and Venusian explorations, and the […]
Experts urge a new global pact at COP16 to safeguard boreal and temperate forests Sub: Geo Sec: Economic Geography Urgent Call for Focus on Northern Forests: During the 16th Conference of Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia, experts highlighted the critical importance of the world’s Northern forests […]
Coral Triangle at risk: new report highlights fossil fuel threats and impacts on biodiversity and communities Sub: Geo Sec: Oceanography The Coral Triangle: The Coral Triangle, often called the “Amazon of the seas,” spans over 10 million square kilometres across Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, the Philippines, Timor-Leste, and the Solomon Islands. […]
Daily Prelims Notes 27 October 2024 Table Of Contents What is the livestock census? Why is it conducted? Can a popular weight-loss drug reduce risk of Alzheimer’s? Strengthening Animal Health Security: India’s $25-Million Pandemic Fund to Tackle Zoonotic Diseases Understanding the Long-Term Stability of Donor Stem Cells in Transplant Recipients Implications of H5N1 […]
Why is WHO cagey about publishing Meghalaya polio case details Sub : Sci Sec: Human Health Context: The Meghalaya polio case involving a two-year-old boy has raised concerns about information transparency from health authorities, including the WHO. Key Details of the Meghalaya Polio Case: Initial Detection: The boy from West Garo Hills district […]
How mangroves in Odisha likely reduced Cyclone Dana’s impact Sub : Env Sec: Ecosystem Context: Cyclone Dana made landfall near Bhitarkanika National Park and Dhamra Port in Odisha. Although anticipated to cause significant damage, the impact was less severe due to effective measures by state authorities and natural defenses: Evacuation Efforts: Over one […]
Implications of H5N1 Virus in Cattle and Humans: An Emerging Threat Sub : Sci Sec : Human health Why in News The emergence of a new clade of Avian Influenza H5N1 in cattle and its potential implications for human health have garnered attention. The rapid spread of this highly contagious virus has raised […]