The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is an international organization that is working to improve dryland farming and food systems to combat hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and environmental degradation:.
Exploring oil and gas deposits in forests
Context: The Union environment ministry has undertaken measures to clear the ground for the approval process of forest surveys and exploratory drilling intended to drill into the ground for oil and gas exploration. Highlights: Forest (Conservation and Augmentation) Act, 1980:
The International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (Icrisat)
Context: Icrisat’s solar-powered water hyacinth harvester offers a cost-effective solution for rural communities facing weed infestations solar-powered water hyacinth harvester offers a cost-effective solution for rural communities facing weed infestations. Highlights: The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is an international organization that is working to improve dryland farming and food systems to combat hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and environmental degradation:. Aquatic Weeds Aquatic weeds are usually plants that grow in or around water bodies and create disturbance in the ecology. Water Hyacinth is the most famous aquatic weed and is on the leading role of all due to its fast growth. Impacts of Aquatic Weeds:
Meta Market for Advanced Agriculture and Rural Services (MAARS)
Context:The $8 billion in revenue, diversified ITC Ltd. is keen on 10 million farmers across 4,000 farmer producer organisations (FPOs) in the country accessing its Meta Market for Advanced Agriculture and Rural Services (MAARS) by 2030. Highlights: Features of the app: Phygital environment – crop-agnostic hyperlocal services for rich farm income and climate change practices. See more features Objective: Way Forward: Know more about ITCMAARS?
Handbook of Statistics on Indian States by Reserve Bank of India
Context: This Handbook of Statistics on Indian States published by the Reserve Bank of India points to a deceleration in the growth of the pension bill for states and UTs during the year 2022-2023. Key Highlights: RBI Handbook of Statistics about Indian States Major Features:
India Trade with BRICS Countries
Context: India is now trying to get all customs-related benefits extended to a trusted trader from BRICS countries and it may end up availing benefits for the Indian exporter itself. Highlights from the News: BRICS:
One Nation One Election
Context: The Centre is working on draft legislations for the implementation of ‘one nation, one election’ and would shortly begin its implementation exercise by attempting to build consensus across party lines, sources said. One Nation One Election in india Read more>>
India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes
Context: India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes have led to investments of more than ₹1.25 lakh crore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. Key Highlights: Know more about PLI Scheme?
INS Tushil, the ship of Indian Navy.
Context: The Launching Ceremony of INS Tushil, the ship of Indian Navy in Kaliningrad. Key Highlights: Krivak Class Fritgate:
Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024
Context: Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024 are coming to modernize India’s Maritime Framework. Why New Bill? Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 and Coasting Vessels Act, 1838 are urgently required to be repealed. Both have become very old and are not at all able to meet modern requirements in the merchant marine world. Highlights of the Merchant Shipping Bill Know more Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024?
