September 25, 2024 Introduction:India has taken a major step towards combating climate change with the development of its first CO2-to-methanol pilot plant, focusing on Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies. This initiative reflects India’s dedication to sustainable practices and reducing carbon emissions. Project Overview The pilot plant is located at Thermax Limited in Pune, Maharashtra, […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: A recent government report has revealed that a large number of atrocities against Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) are concentrated in 13 states in India. The report shows that 97.7% of cases against SCs and 98.91% of cases against STs came from these states, highlighting a serious issue of […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction:The Indian Navy host the fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Symposium (GMS-24) at the Naval War College in Goa from September 23 to 24, 2024. The symposium is focused on strengthening cooperation and security among countries in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Overview of the Goa Maritime Symposium (GMS) The Goa […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: The Indian Parliament will host the 10th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Conference in New Delhi. This two-day event reflects the commitment of Commonwealth countries to improving legislative practices and strengthening democracy. Leadership of the Conference Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who also serves as the Chairperson of the CPA […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: The Bihar government has approved the culling of Nilgai (also known as blue bulls) and wild boars to reduce the significant crop damage caused by these animals. This decision aims to help farmers who are struggling with repeated losses due to the destruction of their crops. Impact on Agriculture Farmers in […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: The butterfly effect is a popular idea in chaos theory showing how tiny changes can lead to unpredictable outcomes. Imagine a butterfly flapping its wings; this small action could eventually cause a chain of events that might lead to something as significant as a faraway tornado. This concept emphasizes the idea that […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: The Union Agriculture Ministry recently held a National Conference focused on implementing Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as part of the Digital Agriculture Mission. This initiative seeks to use digital technology to make agriculture more efficient and improve service delivery to farmers. Purpose of the Conference The conference aimed to strengthen cooperation […]

September 25, 2024 Introduction: The Indian Army is set to receive its first three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from Boeing in December 2024, after a delay of more than six months caused by supply chain problems. The helicopters were originally expected to be delivered between May and July, but the schedule was revised after discussions […]

September 24, 2024 Introduction: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has won the 2024 UN Inter-Agency Task Force Award for its important work in fighting non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and improving mental health. This award recognizes how ICMR’s efforts support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and its successful actions in multiple sectors over the years. […]

September 24, 2024 Introduction: The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) recently organized a National Conclave in New Delhi to focus on Gender Mainstreaming. This event, held in collaboration with IWWAGE (Initiative for What Works to Advance Women and Girls in the Economy), aimed to improve how gender issues are addressed in rural development programs, especially within the […]