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International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) launched at G20 summit
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has launched “International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO)” at the G20 Summit. Key Points Methane observatory was launched to drive action on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It was launched with support from the European Union. ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Australia recognises India’s Covaxin
Australian Government has recognised Covaxin covid-19 vaccine of India on November 1, 2021. Highlights In India, Covaxin and Covishield are the two widely used vaccines. Australia had recognised Covishield, already. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia has recognised Covaxin ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
COP26’s First Major Deal
In the COP26 climate summit’s first major deal, on November 2, 2021, 100 world leaders are set to make promise to end and reverse deforestation by 2030. Highlights Brazil will be among the signatories. In Brazil stretches of the Amazon ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Union Minority Affairs Ministry announces Hajj 2022
Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi announced Haj 2022 on November 1, 2021 at Hajj House in south Mumbai. Highlights Online application process has started and last date to apply is January 31, 2022. People will be able ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
India-World Bank sign MoU to strengthen health systems in Meghalaya
Indian government and the World Bank have signed MoU for a $40 million project for improving the quality of health services in Meghalaya. Key Points This MoU will strengthen the capacity of state to handle future health emergencies like covid-19 ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: November 2, 2021
Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for November 2, 2021 INDIA – Developed nations failed to meet yearly $100 billion support goal: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said at the international climate conference COP 26 in Glasgow on ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Punjab to begin Census of Indus River Dolphin
The state of Punjab is set to start the Census of one of the world’s most threatened cetaceans, Indus River dolphin. Key facts Indus River dolphin is scientifically called as Platanista gangetica minor. It is a freshwater dolphin, found in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Mazagon Dock delivers first Destroyer
On October 28, 2021, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) delivered the first ship of “Project 15B Class Destroyer Visakhapatnam” to the Indian Navy. Key points The ship is likely to commission in November. It was constructed using indigenous steel. It is among ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Odisha announces full tax exemption for EVs
Government of Odisha announced full exemption of motor vehicles taxes and registration fees on electric vehicles (EVs) in the state. Highlights This decision was taken for encouraging faster adoption of EVs. Exemption was granted under the Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
India officially endorses Emission list
India officially endorsed a website made by Indian climate experts, listing the historical carbon dioxide emissions of developed countries. Highlights India endorsed the emission list ahead of commencement of the 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow in ..