Current Affairs Quiz 30 September 2024
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 September 2024
Contents: Common Practice Standards Must Have an India-Centric Outlook for Carbon Finance Projects Context:India’s agroforestry sector has substantial potential to contribute to global carbon finance through afforestation, reforestation, and revegetation (ARR) initiatives. With the right incentives and policies, India could double its agroforestry area by 2050, significantly enhancing its carbon sink capacity. However, existing global […]
Current Affairs 30 September 2024
CONTENTS Recovery in India’s Sugar Sector Context: India’s sugar industry is showing signs of significant recovery following an extended period of uncertainty. This rebound is crucial for the agriculture sector, impacting numerous stakeholders from farmers to exporters. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: State of the Sugar Industry in India: Significance of the […]
PIB Summaries 30 September 2024
CONTENTS Paryatan Mitra And Paryatan Didi Initiative Context: Recently, the Ministry of Tourism has launched a national responsible tourism initiative titled Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi Initiative The Paryatan Mitra and Paryatan Didi Initiative is aimed at enhancing the tourist experience across India […]
Static Quiz 30 September 2024 (Geography)
About Jivitputrika Festival
Context: At least 46 people, including 37 children, drowned while taking holy dip in rivers and ponds in several Bihar districts during the ‘Jivitputrika’ festival, officials said recently. Relevance: GS I: Festivals About Jivitputrika Festival -Source: Indian Express
About GloBE Network
Context: Recently, India was elected to the GlobE Network’s Steering Committee during the plenary session held in Beijing. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About GloBE Network: -Source: The Hindu
About Infrasound
Context: The Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) is holding a workshop for scientists on using ‘infrasound’ in the coming months. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Infrasound Applications of Infrasound -Source: Indian Express
Resolution of Land Dispute by Mao Council in Manipur
Context: The Mao Council, the leading tribal authority of the Mao Nagas in Manipur, has officially endorsed the judgment and order issued by the Tenyimia People’s Organisation (TPO) Presidential Council. This acceptance resolves a longstanding traditional land dispute along the Nagaland-Manipur border, marking a significant step towards regional harmony and cooperation between the neighboring states. […]
Global Support for India’s Fisheries Subsidies Proposals at WTO
Context: India’s initiative to establish regulations on fisheries subsidies at the World Trade Organization (WTO) has received significant support from numerous developing nations and least developed countries (LDCs). These proposals aim to tackle the issues of overcapacity and overfishing by regulating the subsidies that often exacerbate these problems. Currently, efforts are being made to finalize […]