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CoP28 turns attention to potent methane emissions Subject: Environment Section: Climate change Context: The powerful heat-trapping emissions, namely methane, are likely to be discussed at the crucial CoP28 meeting in Dubai. About Methane: It is the second largest contributor to climate change, accounting for around 16% of the warming effect. Methane remains in […]
Lower oxygen at high altitudes increases lifespan in ageing mice Subject: Science and Tech Section: Health Context: The lower oxygen content at high altitudes increases lifespan significantly in ageing mice, according to a study published in PLOS Biology. Details of the study: The study shows that oxygen restriction, or continuous hypoxia, can extend […]
SoI, private firm to create 3D maps of cities, towns Subject: Science and Tech Section: Awareness in IT Context: In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Survey of India (SoI), historically the custodian of India’s maps, has signed an agreement with a Mumbai-based private company, Genesys International, to prepare three-dimensional maps of several cities and […]
IMF, FSB, FATF to update G20 nations, others on implementing roadmap for crypto assets, says FM Subject: International relation Section: International organisation Context: THE INTERNATIONAL Monetary Fund (IMF), Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the Financial Action Taskforce (FATF)will provide regular updates to G20 member nations and other countries about the progress related to […]
Review of sedition Subject: Polity Section: Constitution Context: In a recent development, the Supreme Court has announced its decision to hear a series of pleas challenging the constitutional validity of the sedition provision in the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in January. This move follows the introduction of bills by the Centre in Parliament, aiming to replace the […]
Pak applies for BRICS, seeks Russia’s support Subject: IR Section: Internal organisation Context: Pakistan, which has applied for the BRICS membership, is looking forward to joining the group of developing nations under Russia’s presidency in 2024. Details: The bloc currently includes China, the world’s second-largest economy, as well as Brazil, Russia, India, and […]
Daily Prelims Notes 23 November 2023 Table Of Contents Pak applies for BRICS, seeks Russia’s support Review of sedition IMF, FSB, FATF to update G20 nations, others on implementing roadmap for crypto assets, says FM SoI, private firm to create 3D maps of cities, towns Lower oxygen at high altitudes increases lifespan in […]
India’s Export Schemes Subject : Economy Section: External Sector Context: India faces ongoing challenges with export promotion schemes, as major trade partners like the EU and US impose counter vailing duties, viewing them as subsidies Challenges: WTO Incompatibility: India faces challenges with export promotion schemes as major trade partners impose countervailing duties, viewing them […]
GST officers bust 48 fake firms availing fraudulent ITC of over ₹199 crore Subject: Economy Section: Fiscal policy Context: The Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST), Delhi East Commissionerate, commenced coordinated ‘Operation Clean Sweep’ against fake billers, based on gathered human intelligence, which was further developed through data mining and data analysis Concept: […]
Atoms 4Food Subject: IR Section : International Organisation What is Atoms4Food: Atoms4Food is a project that aims to solve global hunger and improve food security through the use of nuclear processes and advanced technologies. Developed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), […]