India Aligns with Global Biodiversity Goals
Context: India said it plans to present its National Biodiversity Targets before the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) following the guidelines from the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). The submissions will be done at the 16th Conference of the Parties to the CBD (CBD-COP 16) in Cali, Colombia with 23 specific biodiversity targets […]
About The MAHA-EV Mission
Context: The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) announced the launch of the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas -Electric Vehicle (MAHA- EV) Mission. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions About MAHA-EV Mission: Importance
Key Highlights of the East Asia Summit
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India attended the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) in Vientiane, Lao PDR. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What are the Key Highlights of the Visit? What is the East Asia Summit?
Current Affairs Quiz 16 October 2024
Current Affairs 16 October 2024
CONTENTS India Aligns with Global Biodiversity Goals Context: India said it plans to present its National Biodiversity Targets before the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) following the guidelines from the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). The submissions will be done at the 16th Conference of the Parties to the CBD (CBD-COP 16) in […]
PIB Summaries 16 October 2024
CONTENTS East Asia Summit Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India attended the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) in Vientiane, Lao PDR. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What are the Key Highlights of the Visit? What is the East Asia Summit? MAHA-EV Mission Context: The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) announced the launch of […]
Static Quiz 16 October 2024 (Environment)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 16 October 2024
Contents: Deeper Role Conflict in West Asia consistently the draw attention of multiple state and non-state actors, including the United States. The recent announcement of the United States to provide a THAAD advanced anti-missile system highlights the growing intervention of the US into the conflicts of West Asia. Escalations may further increase US involvement in […]
Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
Context: According to the recently released ‘EnviStats India-2024’ report, the Nagarjuna Sagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve (NSTR) has been ranked first among India’s 55 tiger reserves for its leopard population, with an estimated 360 leopards. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve Location: Geographical Features: Flora Fauna: Has a large population […]
What are Dragon Drones
Context: A deadly new weapon has taken to the skies in the Russia-Ukraine war. Both sides have posted visuals of drones appearing to rain down fire — earning this weapon the moniker of “dragon drone” Relevance: GS II: International Relations What are Dragon Drones? Dragon drones utilize thermite, a compound of aluminum and iron oxide […]