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‘Shoonya’ Programme

In News The NITI Aayog in collaboration with RMI and RMI India launched the ‘Shoonya’ programme. RMI is an independent nonprofit organization founded in 1982. ‘Shoonya’ Programme About: It is an initiative to promote zero-pollution delivery vehicles by working with consumers and the industry. As part of the campaign, a corporate branding and certification programme […]

Arsenic Contamination in Food Chain

In News As per a study by Bihar Pollution Control Board, the arsenic contamination has found its way into the food chain– mainly rice, wheat and potato. Arsenic contamination in groundwater has been a growing concern in several parts of the country.  Arsenic (As) Arsenic is a naturally occurring trace element that occurs in many […]

National Engineer’s Day

In Context Every year on September 15, India along with Sri Lanka and Tanzania celebrate National Engineer’s day to recognise and honour the achievements of the great engineer Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. About This day is observed to acknowledge and honour all engineers in the country who have contributed and are still working towards a modern and […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3 4 A year after first trying it, farmers warm up to Pusa decomposer, officials plan to ramp up use (Environment) What is the Pusa decomposer? How can it help in reducing Delhi pollution? How can ramping up its usage help farmers? GS […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3   1   No firm commitment from India on ‘net zero’: Kerry   (Environment) What is net-zero Target and its relevance?  India’s commitment, the steps taken by India in this context. GS 2 1 India, U.K. to begin trade talks from November […]

Facts In News

International Relations International Day for South-South Cooperation Syllabus: GS 2/United Nations, its Bodies & Agencies Context  Every year, International Day for South-South Cooperation is celebrated globally on September 12.  About International Day for South-South Cooperation It is an initiative for the economic, social and political developments of the countries in the Southern region.  Basically, South-South […]

Thawing Permafrost and its Consequences

In Context Recently, the  IPCC report has warned that increasing global warming will result in reductions in Arctic permafrost. And, the thawing of the ground is expected to release greenhouse gases like methane and carbon dioxide. What is Permafrost? Permafrost is ground that remains completely frozen at 0 degrees Celsius or below for at least […]

Hydrogen as a Fuel

In News The Ministry of Railways has decided to close down the Indian Railways Organization for Alternate Fuels’ (IROAF) with effect from September 7, 2021. About The IROAF was exclusively formed to promote green energy by introducing alternative energy, fuel-efficient and emission-control technologies across the railway network. In keeping with its mission towards Green Railways, […]

Digital Agriculture

In News The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare has signed 5 MOUs with private companies for taking forward Digital Agriculture. MOUs aimed at increasing farmers’ income and protecting their produce. What is Digital Agriculture? A Digital agriculture mission has been initiated for 2021 -2025 by the government for projects based on new technologies. The […]

Climate Action and Finance Mobilization Dialogue (CAFMD)

In News India and the US launched the Climate Action and Finance Mobilization Dialogue (CAFMD). About The CAFMD is one of the two tracks of the India-U.S. Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 partnership launched at the Leaders’ Summit on Climate in April 2021. India and the U.S. are collaborating to reach green energy targets. […]