Current Affairs
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National Urban Greening Mission: Expanding City Forests
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has introduced the National Urban Greening Mission to combat urban heat island effects.
Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros: DNA Indexing System Approved
The central government has approved a new DNA-based indexing system for the conservation of the greater one-horned rhinoceros in India.
India's New High-Seas Fishing Policy Introduced
To boost seafood exports and regulate deep-sea fishing, India has rolled out a comprehensive high-seas fishing policy.
Astra BVRAAM: India's Indigenous Air-to-Air Missile
The indigenous Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) is garnering international export interest.
Urban Women's Employment: Bridging the Gender Gap
Recent reports highlight the persisting disparities in urban women's workforce participation and the gender pay gap in India.
52nd Anniversary of the Simla Agreement
Observing the anniversary of the 1972 agreement between India and Pakistan.
Push for Sustainable Natural Farming
The government is initiating programs to encourage 1 crore farmers to adopt natural farming.
Environmental Governance and the Role of NGT
Recent discussions highlight the critical role of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in environmental protection.
Chandipura Virus (CHPV) Outbreak in Gujarat
A recent outbreak of the Chandipura virus has raised public health concerns.
Digital Bharat Nidhi Implementation
The Telecommunications Act, 2023 replaces the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) with the Digital Bharat Nidhi.