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China and Glacial Water Shipments: Recent Developments and Considerations

Context: China has sent 1,500 tonnes of water from Tibetan glaciers to the Maldives. This is the second such shipment within two months. Case Study: Water Diplomacy Between China and Maldives Background The Maldives, an island nation in the Indian...

International Solar Alliance, Spain Becomes 99th Member of ISA

In a significant stride towards global solar energy collaboration, Spain has officially become the 99th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). Know all about the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in this article. Spain Becomes 99th Member of International Solar...

International Day for Biological Diversity 2024

The International Day for Biological Diversity, observed annually on May 22, is a significant global event sanctioned by the United Nations. This day aims to enhance understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues, emphasizing the importance of biodiversity for human well-being...

Evolution of India’s Climate Policy, Key Determinants, Vision

Context: India faced the dual challenges of sustaining rapid economic growth while addressing the global threat of climate change. Evolution of India’s Climate Policy Over-exploitation by the Developed World: Climate change has reached a crisis stage due to the excessive,...

India State of Forest Report (ISFR), Key Findings and Concerns

Context: A satellite-imagery-based analysis by researchers at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Sustainability, suggested that India may have lost nearly 5.8 million full-grown trees in agricultural lands between 2019 and 2022. India State of...

Narmada Bachao Andolan(NBA), History, Causes, Leader, Challenges

In India, the Narmada Bachao Andolan is a social movement that was started in 1985 by local tribal people, farmers, conservationists, and human rights advocates to protest several major dam construction projects on the Narmada River, which runs through the...

Global Plastic Treaty, Need, Challenges and India’s Stand

Context: Recently the fourth round of negotiations of the Global Plastic Treaty was concluded. Global Plastic Treaty Overview The Global Plastics Treaty, supported by at least 175 United Nations member nations, aims to curtail the use of plastics through a...

Carbon Farming in India, Challenges, Global Initiatives

Context: Carbon farming offers climate solutions and economic benefits but faces challenges, especially in developing countries like India, where tailored strategies are needed for widespread adoption. Carbon Farming Carbon farming involves regenerative agricultural practices that aim to improve ecosystem health,...

Biomedical Waste Management, Types, Category, Challenges

Biomedical waste management refers to the proper handling, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of waste generated during healthcare activities. This type of waste, also known as medical waste or healthcare waste, poses potential hazards to human health and the environment...

National Clean Air Programme, Key Features and Significane

Context: The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) launched by the Indian government aimed to reduce the concentration of particulate matter (PM) in the air by 20-30% reduction by 2024 from 2017 levels, but this target was later revised to 40%...