The government has revised the crop residue management guidelines to enable efficient ex-situ management of paddy straw generated. The benefits of crop residue management and the adverse effect of residue burning on soil quality are being given due attention now. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Crop Residue Management
Green Agriculture
The government of India is promoting green agriculture by way of sustainable and good agriculture practices with environmental concerns in mind. It has implemented several schemes to encourage sustainable agriculture practices. Read here to learn more about the initiatives. Recently, the Cabinet … [Read more...] about Green Agriculture
Green Credit Programme
The MoEFCC has proposed the draft Green Credit Programme Implementation Rules 2023. It was initially included in the Union Budget for 2023-24 to leverage a competitive market–based strategy and encourage voluntary environmental measures among diverse stakeholders. Read here to know more. The … [Read more...] about Green Credit Programme
National Research Foundation
National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill, 2023 was recently approved by the Cabinet for introduction in the Parliament. The bill aims to promote Research and Development (R&D) and research funding in the country. Read here to learn more about it. The Union Cabinet approved the introduction of … [Read more...] about National Research Foundation
India-Philippines Relations
India-Philippines have had cordial relations since 1949, but the full potential of the relationship between the two countries is only gradually being realized. Recently, India and the Philippines during the 5th meeting of the Joint Commission on Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC) decided to expand their … [Read more...] about India-Philippines Relations
Children and Armed Conflict
UN has dropped India from the 'Children and Armed Conflict' Report over improvement in J&K. The report includes trends regarding the impact of armed conflict on children and information on violations committed. Read here to learn more about the issues related to children in armed conflict … [Read more...] about Children and Armed Conflict
Global Gender Gap Report
Global Gender Gap Report annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions. It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts toward closing these gaps over time since its inception in 2006. Read here to learn more … [Read more...] about Global Gender Gap Report
Digital Infrastructure in India
Digital infrastructure in India has been transformed significantly in recent years with the government’s push towards digitization and increasing adoption of technology. India is the second largest internet user in the world. Read here to learn more about the digital development of India. Rapid … [Read more...] about Digital Infrastructure in India
National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) is an integral part of the Indian strategy for providing the internet infrastructure to the citizens. NIXI has been playing a crucial role in the journey of India’s digital transformation. Read here to learn more about the organization. National Internet … [Read more...] about National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
Mineral Security Partnership and India
The US-led Mineral Security Partnership (MSP), a grouping of 14 nations, has welcomed India into its ranks. The MSP intends to spur public and private investment in the world's most important mineral supply chains. Read here to know more about the grouping. India has joined the US-led critical … [Read more...] about Mineral Security Partnership and India
