Hydrothermal vents are unique geological formations found on the ocean floor, where geothermally heated water is expelled through fissures in the Earth's crust. These vents play a critical role in marine ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, and even hypotheses about the origin of life on Earth. Read … [Read more...] about Hydrothermal Vents and other Geothermal Features
Current Affairs Notes
Domestic Migration in India
Domestic migration refers to the movement of people within a country's boundaries for various socio-economic, environmental, or political reasons. Internal migration is a significant phenomenon in India due to the country's vast geographic, cultural, and economic diversity. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Domestic Migration in India
India State of Forest Report 2023
India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023 has been biennially brought out by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) since 1987. FSI carries out an in-depth assessment of the country's forest and tree resources based on the interpretation of remote sensing satellite data and field-based National Forest … [Read more...] about India State of Forest Report 2023
Global Arms Industry: 3 Indian Companies in Top 100 Arms Manufacturers
Given the cross-border nature of its trade, collaboration, and operations, the global arms industry is often described as one of the most internationalized sectors. However, its global reach is nuanced, influenced by geopolitics, national security concerns, technological constraints, and regulatory … [Read more...] about Global Arms Industry: 3 Indian Companies in Top 100 Arms Manufacturers
Nanoplastics and Antibiotic Resistance
Nanoplastics from Single-Use Plastic Bottles and Antibiotic Resistance have become a Growing Public Health Concern. Read here to learn more. A groundbreaking study by the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, has revealed that nanoplastics derived from single-use plastic … [Read more...] about Nanoplastics and Antibiotic Resistance
Protected Area Regime: Reimposition in Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland
The Union Home Ministry has reimposed the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in Manipur, Nagaland, and Mizoram. The move aims to monitor the movement of foreigners amid growing security concerns arising out of the influx from neighbouring countries. Read here to learn more about PAR. The Protected Area … [Read more...] about Protected Area Regime: Reimposition in Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland
e-Courts Mission Mode Project
The Union Cabinet has approved phase III of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project. It aims to maximize ease of justice by moving towards digital online and paperless courts through digitization of all court records. Read here to learn more. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi … [Read more...] about e-Courts Mission Mode Project
Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV)
Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) has become a Growing Concern. While the narrowing of the digital gender divide is a sign of progress, as in many countries, a surge in gender-based violence (GBV), particularly tech-facilitated GBV, threatens to overshadow gains. Read here to … [Read more...] about Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV)
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status
The most favoured nation (MFN) principle is a cornerstone of the multilateral trading system conceived after World War II. It seeks to replace the frictions and distortions of power-based (bilateral) policies with the guarantees of a rules-based framework where trading rights do not depend on the … [Read more...] about Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status
Green steel taxonomy: World’s first launched by India
The Green Steel Taxonomy, launched by the Union Ministry of Steel, is a groundbreaking initiative to decarbonise India's steel industry and achieve net-zero emission intensity by 2070. This classification framework sets clear standards for evaluating and certifying steel products based on their … [Read more...] about Green steel taxonomy: World’s first launched by India
