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Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)

Why in the News? The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) has reported major structural and operational defects in Telangana’s Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP), citing “irreparable damage” to three key barrages, including Medigadda. About Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) KLIP, located on the Godavari River in Telangana, is the world’s largest multi-stage lift irrigation project,… Continue reading Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)

India to showcase SVAMITVA Scheme at World Bank Land Conference

Why in the News? India’s SVAMITVA Scheme will be showcased at the World Bank Land Conference, highlighting its role in land governance reform, climate action, and rural empowerment. About SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas): Launched on 24th April 2020 by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, the SVAMITVA Scheme… Continue reading India to showcase SVAMITVA Scheme at World Bank Land Conference

Microplastics disrupting the Ocean’s Carbon Cycle

Why in the News? A study published in Nature reveals that microplastics have deeply infiltrated the ocean, affecting the planet’s biogeochemical and carbon cycles. Key Findings of the Study: Microplastics (1–100 micrometres) dominate the ocean’s water column, especially below surface layers, unlike larger plastic fragments (100–5,000 micrometres) which remain near the surface. Subsurface microplastics were… Continue reading Microplastics disrupting the Ocean’s Carbon Cycle

Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025

Why in the News? The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released new rules to regulate access to biological resources and ensure fair and equitable benefit sharing, as approved by the Central Government. About New Biodiversity Regulation, 2025: It governs how benefits from the use of biological resources and associated traditional knowledge or digital sequence information… Continue reading Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025

‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’ GM Rice

Why in the News? India’s Agriculture Minister has introduced ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’, the country’s first genome-edited rice varieties, developed by ICAR. These are also the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties. About ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’: Kamala (DRR Dhan 100): Developed by ICAR-IIRR Hyderabad, derived from Samba Mahsuri; shows higher yield,… Continue reading ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’ GM Rice

“China Plus One” Strategy

Why in the News? Japanese companies, along with other global players, are increasingly turning to India under the China Plus One strategy, aiming to diversify supply chains and reduce overdependence on China. About China Plus One Strategy: It is a global business model introduced in 2013 to reduce dependence on China by adding another country… Continue reading “China Plus One” Strategy

PM inaugurates Vizhinjam Port

Why in the News? Prime Minister has formally commissioned India’s first deep-sea transshipment port at Vizhinjam in Kerala. About Vizhinjam Port Vizhinjam Port is India’s first deep-sea transshipment port located near Thiruvananthapuram. Developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, the port cost ₹8,900 crore to build. It is operated by Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt. Ltd.,… Continue reading PM inaugurates Vizhinjam Port

[2nd May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s strategic push — Asia ties amid tariff tensions

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2017] China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbor. Linkage: China’s economic relations to its strategic power status in Asia and asks about the impact on… Continue reading [2nd May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s strategic push — Asia ties amid tariff tensions

ITER Tokamak Reactor

Why in the News? Scientists working on the world’s largest nuclear fusion project ITER has completed its main magnet system with India playing a key role in building critical infrastructure. About ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor): ITER is the world’s largest nuclear fusion research project, aimed at demonstrating that nuclear fusion can be a safe,… Continue reading ITER Tokamak Reactor

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