Context: Climate Action Network and the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN) have filed a lawsuit against the European Commission arguing that the EU's emission targets are inadequate to meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C warming
Context: Cyclone Asna has formed over the Kutch coast in Gujarat and adjoining areas of Pakistan, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). More on the news: India Meteorological Department
Context: Northern Bald Ibis was revived by breeding and rewilding efforts over the last two decades. Northern Bald Ibis (Geronticus Eremita) Species Description: Habitat and Feeding: Conservation efforts Also Read: Industrial
Context: Recently, India has commissioned the INS Arighaat or S-3, its second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), into service at Visakhapatnam. About INS Arighaat Key Features: Armament and Capabilities: India’s
Context: Recently, Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has been granted the Navratna status, making it the 23rd Navratna of the country. More on
Context: Pakistan has formally invited the Indian Prime Minister to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s Council of Heads of Government meeting, in Islamabad. More on the News Pakistan holds
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports launched the 'Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training' (RESET) programme on the occasion of National Sports Day. About the RESET programme Objectives: National Sports Day Key Government
Context: Recently, special centers for promoting classical Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia languages have demanded autonomy in their functioning. More on the News Classical Languages Status in India Criteria for Classical Language
Context: The Union Cabinet has approved an expansion of the Central Sector Scheme for financing under the ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’ (AIF) to make it more attractive, impactful, and inclusive. Key Updates to the AIF Scheme:
Context: India celebrates National Sports Day annually on 29 August the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand. More on the news Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour