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What is the Maori Haka dance, which New Zealand’s MPs performed in parliament in protest of a bill? Sub : IR SEC: Places in news Context: A viral video showcased New Zealand MPs performing the Māori haka in Parliament, drawing global attention to the traditional dance. The dance was performed to protest a […]
Cultural experts ask UN to shield war-torn Lebanon’s heritage Sub : IR SEC: Places in news Context: Hundreds of cultural professionals, including archaeologists and academics, have urged the United Nations to protect Lebanon’s heritage amidst ongoing conflict. In a petition sent to UNESCO, they call for safeguarding ancient UNESCO World Heritage sites like […]
Andaman and Nicobar Islands: India’s Emerging Tuna Export Hub Sub :Geo Sec : Mapping Why in News The Union Government has recently emphasized its aim to make the Andaman and Nicobar Islands a central hub for tuna exports. This follows a 31.83% rise in India’s tuna exports in 2023-24. A key meeting with […]
India’s Successful Test of a Hypersonic Missile Sub : Sci SEC : DEFENCE Why in News India has successfully conducted a flight test of its first long-range hypersonic missile with a range of 1,500 km, marking a significant technological advancement in defence capabilities. About the Hypersonic Missile The missile has been indigenously developed […]
Enhancing Immunisation Coverage in India: A Strategy to Combat Antibiotic Misuse and Antimicrobial Resistance Sub : Sci Sec : Health Why in News The focus on immunisation and its indirect benefits, especially during the post-pandemic period, has gained attention due to its role in reducing the misuse of antibiotics and combating the growing […]
Nations adopt Jeddah Commitments to accelerate action on AMR Sub: Sci Sec: health Context: The Fourth Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on AMR took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Nov 15-16, 2024), following momentum from the UNGA High-Level Meeting on AMR in September. Host: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Health, Fahad bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel. Participants: […]
India sets sights on Green Steel with pilot projects and mission to define low-carbon standards Sub: Env Sec: Climate change Green Steel Mission: Objective: India’s Steel Ministry is working on its first-ever Green Steel Mission to promote the production of low-carbon steel. The focus is on defining and standardising “green steel” and expediting […]
Why CO2 is the primary driver of climate change Sub : Env SEC: Climate change Context: India’s CO2 emissions from burning fossil fuels are projected to increase by 6% in 2024, the highest growth among major economies. This projection comes from the Global Carbon Project, an organization that quantifies global greenhouse gas (GHG) […]
Kaalinga will be scientific name for Kalinga Sarpa Sub : Env SEC: Species in news Context: The Western Ghats king cobra, locally called Kalinga Sarpa in Kannada, has been officially named Ophiophagus kaalinga. This distinct species of king cobra was identified through nearly a decade of research led by herpetologist Dr. P. Gowri […]
New infectious diseases among bees threaten world’s economies Sub: Sci Sec: health Context: A study in Switzerland found 10-times higher viral loads (e.g., deformed wing virus, black queen virus) in wild pollinators when sharing floral resources with managed honey bees. Details: Habitat Loss exacerbates the overlap between wild and managed bees, increasing the […]