Context: According to a recently published study, planting low-cost and low-maintenance crops grown solely for renewable bioenergy production on some of the existing agricultural lands can reduce biodiversity losses significantly.
Context: Recently, Odisha state has restricted the cutting of existing palm trees and plans to plant palm trees to reduce casualties from lightning strikes. About the Initiative: About Palm Tree:
Context: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has extended the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) up to March 31, 2025, to complete the remaining projects. More on the news Smart
Context: The four-day Global Conclave on Plastic Recycling and Sustainability (GCPRS) commenced today at the Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan (New Delhi). Key Highlights of the Conclave India’s plastic recycling industry
Context: India is hosting the 16th edition of India-Mongolia joint military exercise Nomadic Elephant. More on the News Benefits of the Exercise About Exercise Nomadic Elephant Also Read: Codex Alimentarius
Context: The 86th session of the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission is being held in Rome. More on the news Indian Agenda at the Session: The Codex Alimentarius
Context: NITI Aayog is planning to launch 'Sampoornata Abhiyan' for saturation of welfare schemes in India’s most underdeveloped areas. More on the News 6 identified KPIs across Aspirational Blocks under
Context: The Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme is playing a crucial role in promoting ‘Atmanirbharta’ in defence. More on the News Objectives of the TDF scheme Success stories of some
Context: A new study has found that rising Carbon dioxide (CO2) levels are linked to changes in rainfall and impacts on Biodiversity Hotspots. More on the news: Key Highlights Impact
Context: Oran Knowlson of the United Kingdom has become the first person in the world to be fitted with a brain implant to help control epileptic seizures More on the