Environment
UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 19 July 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are …
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Source: NIE Context: Pigeons in Indian cities, especially the Blue Rock Pigeon (Columba livia), are being wrongly blamed for rising cases of Aspergillosis, a fungal respiratory infection. About Aspergillosis: What is Aspergillosis? A respiratory infection caused by inhaling spores from Aspergillus, a genus of mold. Most commonly caused by Aspergillus fumigatus, which releases airborne spores. …
UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 12 July 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are …
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Source: DD News Context: A massive wildfire in Tarragona province, Catalonia (Spain) has forced over 18,000 people into lockdown, burning nearly 3,000 hectares of forested land. About Tarragona Province: What It Is? Tarragona is a coastal province in northeastern Spain, forming the southern part of Catalonia. Known for its Roman heritage, agricultural economy, and natural …
Source: TH Context: India’s growing vulnerability to climate disasters has reignited policy interest in catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) as a financial instrument for disaster-risk financing. About Catastrophe Bonds (Cat Bonds): What are Cat Bonds? Catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) are insurance-linked securities that convert disaster risk into tradable financial products. They transfer the financial risk of …
Source: TOI Context: The Indian government is formulating a Battery Passport framework to enhance the safety, traceability, and export readiness of EV batteries. The initiative is being led by NITI Aayog, in collaboration with various ministries. About Battery Passport Framework: What is a Battery Passport? A Battery Passport is a digital identity embedded in a …
Source: TH Context: India has raised objections to proposed amendments to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Plant Treaty) at the Peru. About International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Plant Treaty): What is the Plant Treaty? A legally binding global agreement adopted by the FAO in …
UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 5 July 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are …
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Source: DTE Context: The Fourth International Financing for Development Conference (FfD4) is underway in Seville, Spain, focusing on overhauling the global financial architecture. About Fourth International Financing for Development Conference (FfD4): What It Is? A United Nations-led global forum to address sustainable development financing gaps and reform global economic governance. Host: Held in Seville, Spain …
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Source: ET Energy Context: The Ministry of Coal will launch RECLAIM Framework, a community engagement framework for mine closure and repurposing. About RECLAIM Framework: What is RECLAIM? RECLAIM stands for a structured Community Engagement and Development Framework tailored for mine closure and repurposing. It is a step-by-step guide for social and ecological transitions in mining …
Source: News on Air Context: The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has successfully executed over 60 GW of Power Sale Agreements (PSAs) for solar, wind, and hybrid energy projects. About Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI): What is SECI? SECI is a Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) under the Ministry of New and Renewable …
UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 28 June 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are excited …
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Source: ET Context: India flagged off its first export consignment of rose-scented litchi from Pathankot (Punjab) to Doha (Qatar), facilitated by APEDA. About Litchi: What it is? Litchi is a juicy, aromatic fruit rich in sugars, vitamins, and minerals. It belongs to the Sapindaceae family and is consumed fresh, canned, or dried. Origin: Native to …
Source: IE Context: A new inter-state water conflict has emerged between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh over the Banakacherla reservoir project, with Telangana alleging violation of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. About Banakacherla Project: The Banakacherla Reservoir Project is a proposed irrigation infrastructure by the Andhra Pradesh government aimed at diverting surplus Godavari River water …
Source: Context: Indian researchers and ICAR institutes are scaling up insect-based livestock feed to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and lower the environmental impact of conventional animal farming. About Insect-Based Livestock Feed: What it is? Feed prepared from nutritious insect species such as black soldier flies, crickets, mealworms, and grasshoppers, used as a sustainable protein source …
UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 21 June 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are …
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Source: TH Context: At the recently concluded 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, key global initiatives such as One Ocean Finance and the High Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean were launched to accelerate progress on SDG 14 — Life Below Water. About Major Initiatives Launched at UN Ocean Conference 2025: One Ocean Finance: …
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Source: DD News Context: Scientists from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences unearthed 24-million-year-old fossilized Nothopegia leaves in Assam’s Makum Coalfield. This is the oldest known fossil record of the genus, revealing ancient climate patterns and biodiversity shifts. About Nothopegia Leaves: What is Nothopegia? A genus of flowering plants belonging to the Anacardiaceae family (same …
Source: LM Context: The first Assembly of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) was held in New Delhi, chaired by Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, who was also elected as the President of IBCA. About International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA): What is IBCA? The International Big Cat Alliance is a multinational initiative launched by India in …
Source: IE Context: The Bonn Climate Change Conference 2025 began on June 16 in Germany with over 5,000 delegates participating to review climate agreements and set the technical agenda for COP29. About Bonn Climate Change Conference 2025: What It Is? An annual mid-year conference under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) focusing on …
