Ozone layer depletion is one of the significant environmental issues in the world. The newer studies indicating that the tropical ozone layer may also be facing thinning have stirred up debate among the scientific community. Read here to understand more about ozone depletion. A new ozone hole has … [Read more...] about Ozone Layer Depletion: Causes and Effects
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Mission Shakti
Mission Shakti is an umbrella scheme integrating various other sub-schemes. Read here to know about it in detail. Ministry of Women and Child Development issued Detailed Guidelines for ‘Mission Shakti’ aimed at Strengthening Interventions for Women's Safety, Security and Empowerment. The … [Read more...] about Mission Shakti
I2U2 Initiative
The I2U2 initiative is gaining momentum with the first virtual summit coming up. Read here to know more about the initiative. I2U2 (India-Israel-UAE-USA) Grouping was conceptualized during the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the four countries held on 18 October 2021. Each country also has … [Read more...] about I2U2 Initiative
Azores High
The phenomenon of Azores High influencing the climate of the Iberian peninsula has been in news. Read here to know about it in detail. A study revealed that an extremely large ‘Azores High’ (a subtropical weather phenomenon) has resulted in abnormally dry conditions across the western … [Read more...] about Azores High
Digital India Programme
Digital India is a flagship programme of the Government of India launched in 2015. Read here to know the program in detail. Digital India is a flagship programme of the Government of India with a vision to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. It was … [Read more...] about Digital India Programme
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an essential tool to predict and prevent adverse effects on the environment due to any activity or project. Read here to know more about it. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a systematic process of evaluating the likely environmental consequences of … [Read more...] about Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)
UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) thrives to preserve the cultural expressions of the world. Read here to know about the significance and efforts of the Convention. India has been elected to the Intergovernmental Committee of UNESCO’s 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of … [Read more...] about UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)
India-African Union (AU) Relations
India-African Union (AU) relations have been developing rapidly over the past few years. Read here to know more about the AU. India has a long history of partnership with Africa, with solidarity and political affinity going back to the early 1920s when both regions were fighting against colonial … [Read more...] about India-African Union (AU) Relations
India-European Union (EU) Trade
India-European Union (EU) trade relations are crucial for the economic growth of both regions. Read here to know more about the recent developments. India and the European Union concluded the first round of negotiations for India-EU Trade and Investment Agreements in New Delhi. 52 technical … [Read more...] about India-European Union (EU) Trade
Technology missions
Technology missions in India were started in 1987. Read here to know more about the major technology missions. A Technology Mission includes projects that have well-defined objectives, scopes, and implementation timelines to aid the technological advancements in the country. These missions … [Read more...] about Technology missions
