Great Indian Bustard (GIB) is facing threat of extinction due to their entanglement in power lines build to evacuate renewable energy. The Supreme Court constituted an expert committee to balance the conservation and protection of the endangered Great Indian Bustard bird population with the country’s international commitments to promote renewable sources of energy.
1: Dimension- Constitution of the Expert Committee
2: Dimension- Scope and Objectives of the Committee
Analysis and Required Measures
3: Dimension- Mitigating Human-Wildlife Conflict
4: Dimension- Integration of Sustainable Development Goals
5: Dimension- Enhanced Conservation Efforts
Great Indian Bustard
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Mains Practice Question
Analyze the role of public-private partnerships in promoting sustainable development initiatives that balance environmental conservation with economic growth.
The recent Nuclear Energy Summit held in Brussels underscores the growing recognition of nuclear power as a critical component in the global effort to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development goals.
1: Dimension- Global Acknowledgment of Nuclear Energy's Role
2: Dimension- Technological Advancements and Financial Considerations
3: Dimension- Maximizing Nuclear Energy's Potential
4: Dimension- Financial Mobilization and Investment
5: Dimension- International Collaboration and Cooperation
Small Modular Reactor
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Mains Practice Question
Discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with nuclear energy expansion in the context of sustainable development goals.
Amidst escalating concerns about climate change, the concept of Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) emerges as a potential solution to align economic growth with environmental sustainability.
1: Dimension- Recognizing Ecosystem Value
2: Dimension- Empowering Communities for Sustainable Development
3: Dimension-Technological Integration and Transparency
Mains Practice Question
How can Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) contribute to sustainable development and environmental conservation in India?
MeitY successfully unveiled BhasaNet portal
What is BhasanNet Portal
Mission
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What is Universal Acceptance? Universal Acceptance (UA) is a concept that aims to ensure that all domain names and email addresses, regardless of language or script, can be used by all internet-enabled applications, devices, and systems. The goal of UA is to create a more inclusive digital world where individuals can fully participate without facing linguistic barriers. |
Scientists have found a twin star pair which gobbles planets
What are twin stars?
The species is being in news due to ongoing effort to count it in spite of its elusive nature
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Flash PMI |
The flash PMI data comprises responses from 85% to 90% of the total monthly Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) and is released every month (a few days before the total PMI). It is based on key figures comprising production, new orders, inventories, supplier deliveries, and employment. |
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ICANN |
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN /?a?kæn/ EYE-kan) is a global multistakeholder group and nonprofit organization head-quartered in the United States responsible for coordinating the maintenance and procedures of several databases related to the namespaces and numerical spaces of the Internet, ensuring the Internet's stable and secure operation. |
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Microplastics |
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Omnibus Framework |
The omnibus framework contains broad parameters viz., objectives, responsibilities, eligibility criteria, governance standards, application process and other basic conditions for grant of recognition to SRO by RBI. |
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Lobbying |
Lobbying is a political activity where individuals or groups attempt to influence the decisions of government officials. |
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World Water Day, observed annually on March 22 since 1993, aims to raise awareness about freshwater issues. The theme for this year, "Water for Peace," underscores the significance of water in maintaining peace and stability globally.
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Water Diplomacy in a Time of Extremities:
Addressing Rural India's Water Needs:
Transboundary Water Governance:
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India entered a small club of countries capable of delivering nuclear warheads on a single missile. This greatly enhances India’s second strike capability and acts as a deterrence measure.
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