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16-November-2024-Editorial

SUSTAINABILITY IN INDIA'S AGRICULTURAL SECTOR India's rising agricultural exports, especially tea and sugar, are driving economic growth. However, this surge brings challenges, including environmental degradation, resource mismanagement, and labour exploitation. Sustainable agriculture ensures long-term productivity while balancing economic, ecological, and social needs. What Does Sustainability in Agriculture Mean? Economic Sustainability Sustainability is more than economic

18-November-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

NEW INFECTIOUS DISEASES AMONG BEES THREATEN WORLD’S ECONOMIES TOPIC: (GS2) INDIAN POLITY: THE HINDU Pollinators, especially insect species, play a critical role in global agricultural productivity, with over 75% of crops relying on them. However, factors such as habitat loss, climate change, and emerging diseases are threatening the survival of both managed and wild pollinators,

18-November-2024-Special-Article

MAHA KUMBH MELA 2025: A SPIRITUAL AND CULTURAL GATHERING The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will take place in Prayagraj from 13th January to 26th February 2025. Recognized as the world’s largest peaceful religious congregation, this event attracts millions of pilgrims seeking spiritual cleansing, cultural celebration, and social harmony. The term Kumbh originates from the Sanskrit

18-November-2024-Editorial

GUJARAT’S DINOSAUR FOSSIL PARK AND THE UNESCO GEOPARK TAG The Geological Survey of India is working to secure UNESCO Global Geopark status for the Dinosaur Fossil Park and Museum in Raiyoli village, Gujarat. This recognition could highlight the site's rich paleontological significance while promoting tourism, education, and sustainable development. Key Features of Gujarat’s Dinosaur Fossil

19-November-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

INDIA’S PATH TO NET-ZERO: CHALLENGES AND SUSTAINABILITY TOPIC: (GS3) ENVIRONMENT: THE HINDU India aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070, a commitment made at previous COP conferences. Achieving this goal is crucial to mitigating climate change impacts but is fraught with challenges like increasing energy demand, resource constraints, and the need for sustainable development.

19-November-2024-Special-Article

ROLE OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) IN SUPPORTING INDIAN AGRICULTURE India’s agriculture sector, the backbone of its economy, supports nearly half of the population. However, it faces numerous challenges such as low productivity, environmental degradation, and limited market access. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has immense potential to address these challenges, ensuring agriculture becomes both economically

19-November-2024-Editorial

ANDHRA PRADESH’S NATURAL FARMING MODEL: A FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), in collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh government, has analyzed the state’s natural farming model and highlighted its potential to revolutionize agriculture. By promoting sustainable practices, it is expected to double employment opportunities for farmers and significantly improve their incomes

20-November-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

WAQF (AMENDMENT) BILL AND DELAY IN PANEL REPORT SUBMISSION TOPIC: (GS2) INDIAN POLITY: THE HINDU The Joint Committee of Parliament (JCP) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is unlikely to meet its deadline for submitting the report during the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. The Bill, tabled on August 8, proposes significant changes to the Waqf

20-November-2024-Special-Article

REGULATORY NORMS FOR LAB-GROWN MEAT, PLANT-BASED PROTEINS The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is taking steps to regulate laboratory-grown meat, dairy, and egg products. These advancements offer sustainable and ethical alternatives to traditional meat while addressing environmental and health challenges. Despite the progress, lab-grown meat lacks clear regulatory frameworks in India, making

20-November-2024-Editorial

ALL-INDIA SERVICES (CONDUCT) RULES, 1968 The All-India Services (Conduct) Rules, 1968 govern the ethical and professional behavior of civil servants in India, including IAS, IPS, and Indian Forest Service officers. These rules aim to ensure integrity, impartiality, and adherence to constitutional values. Recent suspensions of IAS officers in Kerala for misconduct on social media and

21-November-2024-Daily-Current-Affairs

GENETICALLY MODIFIED (GM) CROPS AND THEIR ROLE IN ADDRESSING HUNGER TOPIC: (GS3) SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: THE HINDU Genetically Modified (GM) crops have emerged as a potential solution to meet the growing global food demand while mitigating environmental damage. However, their impact depends on farming methods and regulatory frameworks, sparking debates about their safety, environmental effects,

21-November-2024-Special-Article

SICKLE CELL ANEMIA AND INDIA’S EFFORTS TO COMBAT IT Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions worldwide, particularly in India’s tribal communities. The government has initiated several programs to tackle this issue, aiming for its eradication by 2047. On Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (15th November 2024), a commemorative postage stamp on