Environment & Ecology
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Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
Lives saved, livelihoods lost, Pg9
Cyclone Montha devastates Odisha, exposing livelihood vulnerabilities despite improved disaster preparedness and highlighting the need for resilient economic strategies.
Poverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
How Bill Gates is reshaping discourse on climate action, Pg20.
Bill Gates sparks debate by prioritizing climate adaptation over mitigation, aligning with India's development-focused approach amidst global emission concerns.
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
What are the challenges with the High Seas Treaty?, Pg10
High Seas Treaty faces challenges despite ratification, including ambiguous language, reluctance from major powers, and integration with existing institutions.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
The case for energy efficiency, Pg8
India's grid emission factor rises despite renewable capacity surge, highlighting the urgent need for energy efficiency measures and flexible grid management.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
The pitfalls of climate alarmism, Pg7
Bill Gates' climate messaging shift sparks debate on alarmism, adaptation, and the role of philanthropy in global climate action.
Population and Associated IssuesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Humans threaten Kilimanjaro more than climate, Pg10
Mount Kilimanjaro faces biodiversity threat from human activities, with 75% of native plant species lost since 1911.
Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1
IIT Kanpur's cloud seeding experiment fails in Delhi despite IMD's warning about insufficient cloud cover for artificial rain.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Cloud seeding can't be reliable strategy to tackle pollution in Delhi, says IIT study, Pg4.
IIT Delhi study deems cloud seeding unreliable for Delhi pollution control due to climatological unsuitability and fleeting impact.
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Oct air second worst in 5 years, Pg4.
Delhi's October air quality ranks second worst in 5 years despite low farm fires and high rainfall.
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