Why in the news? The 19th NAM mid-term ministerial meeting held in Uganda and India upheld the significance of Global South. Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) Formation: Founded in 1961 at Belgrade Conference during the Cold War to avoid alignment with either … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has introduced new flexibilities within the Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) scheme to enhance water-use efficiency and increase farmers’ income. Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) scheme Lauch: The Per … Continue reading →

Why in the news? More than 100 countries now experience at least 10 more “hot days” a year than a decade ago when the Paris climate accord was drawn up, scientists have said, as greenhouse gas emissions failed to be … Continue reading →

Why in the news? India pitches for supply of Akash missile system to Brazil as Indian Defence Minister holds talks with Brazilian Vice-President. Akash Missile System What is it?: Akash is a medium-range, surface-to-air missile defense system. Developed by: DRDO … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Environment Ministry and Wildlife Institute of India (WII) released the findings of  Synchronous All-India Elephant Estimation (SAIEE) 2021-25. Synchronous All-India Elephant Estimation (SAIEE) 2021-25 Aim: To estimate the population and distribution of Asian elephants … Continue reading →