UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Reference: Indian Express Context: Project Cheetah, which saw the introduction of the African sub-species of the wild cat in India, completed two years on September 17. Background of Project Cheetah: Cheetah Extinction in India: Cheetahs were officially declared extinct in India in 1952 due to overhunting and habitat loss. Goal of Reintroduction: The project …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: HT Context: India officially joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), a global initiative launched by Prime Minister Modi on April 9, 2023, during the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger. The IBCA aims to conserve big cats like tigers, lions, and cheetahs. India is among four founding members, alongside Nicaragua, Eswatini, and Somalia. With …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 12 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Environment Conservation / Energy Source: TH Context: A Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) report, “India’s Strategy to Avoid Harm in the Global EV Market Shake-Up,” urges India to let market forces guide its EV sector’s growth and develop its own strategy. Background: In 2023, China dominated the global EV market, exporting 1.6 million …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: IE Context: A critically endangered elongated tortoise was spotted for the first time in Haryana’s Damdama area in the Aravallis during a research survey. This medium-sized tortoise, with a yellowish-brown or olive shell and black blotches, is typically found in Southeast Asia. It’s unusual to find this species in the Aravallis, and its presence …
Source: UNEP Context: The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) has introduced the Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx) to support global efforts in improving air quality. This platform provides air quality managers with tools and guidance to meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines and interim targets. Developed in response to a UNEA-6 resolution for …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Sylllabus: Environment Conservation Source: TH Context: A study published in Nature reveals that India is the world’s largest emitter of plastic waste, contributing about 20% of the global total, while China ranks fourth. Here are the major findings from the study: India is the Top Plastic Emitter: Responsible for 20% of global plastic …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 August 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: Th Context: Pavan, a cheetah from South Africa and Namibia, has died, marking the eighth fatality among the 20 cheetahs brought to India. About Cheetah: ‘Cheetah’ (Acinonyx Jubatus Venaticus) originates from Sanskrit and means ‘the spotted one’. The Cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. Its historical range includes the majority of Sub-Saharan Africa and …
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Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: IE Context: A study by the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) has found that fluoride contamination in groundwater is highest during dry, pre-monsoon months, particularly in Rajasthan, with Jaisalmer being the most affected area in India. Excess fluoride can lead to skeletal fluorosis, dental decay, and other health issues, especially in …
Syllabus: Environment Conservation/ Economy Source: PIB Context: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has launched the Voluntary Vehicle Modernization Program, also known as the Vehicle Scrapping Policy. Aim: The policy aims to voluntarily scrap unfit commercial and passenger vehicles based on fitness, not age. It phases out polluting vehicles through Registered Vehicle Scrapping …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 29 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: DTE Context: July 26 is International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems, declared by UNESCO to raise awareness and promote sustainable management of mangroves, vital for coastal protection, storm mitigation, and carbon sequestration. About International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem Celebrated annually on July 26, this day …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 25 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Syllabus: Environmental pollution and degradation, Environmental impact assessment, Conservation, and climate change. Source: PIB, IE Context: The Economic Survey 2023-24 highlights the flaws in the current global approach to climate change, emphasizing the need for developing countries to adopt a localized perspective in their climate strategies. Definition and Historical Instances The current global approach …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
