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Wayanad Landslides Declared Severe Disaster

January 1, 2025

The recent declaration of the Wayanad landslides as a disaster of “severe nature” marks governmental response. This decision follows extensive criticism regarding the lack of financial aid for the victims. The landslides occurred on July 30, resulting in over 200 ..

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NMCG Approves Key Ganga Conservation Projects

January 1, 2025

The 59th Executive Committee meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has recently taken place. Chaired by Shri Rajeev Kumar Mital, this meeting focused on approving vital projects aimed at the conservation and rejuvenation of the Ganga River. ..

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Groundwater Resource Assessment Report 2024

January 1, 2025

The Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report for 2024 was released by the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri CR Patil. This report, prepared by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) and States/UTs, provides crucial data for stakeholders to make ..

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What is Sanskriti Utsava?

January 1, 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the ‘Sanskriti Utsava’ from January 2 to January 26, 2025. This event celebrates the state’s foundation day and aims to promote talent in various art forms. The festival will include competitions at different levels ..

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End of Russian Gas Transit via Ukraine

January 1, 2025

The cessation of Russian gas supplies through Ukraine marks shift in European energy dynamics. This change follows Ukraine‘s refusal to renew its transit agreement with Gazprom, effective January 1, 2024. The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has complicated energy ..

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November 2024 – Record Warmth in India

January 1, 2025

November 2024 marked climatic event for India, as it became the second warmest November in 123 years. The average maximum temperature reached 29.37ºC, exceeding the normal by 0.62ºC. This unusual warmth has raised concerns about food security and ecological stability. ..

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Protests in Katra Over Proposed ₹250-Crore Ropeway Project

January 1, 2025

Tensions in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, have escalated due to ongoing protests against a proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project. The protests, initiated by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, have entered their seventh day and coincide with a peak ..

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Trinidad and Tobago Declares State of Emergency

January 1, 2025

The government of Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency due to increase in violence. The country has experienced a surge in murders, with December alone witnessing at least 67 fatalities. This has raised the annual death toll ..

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New Underwater Telescopes Detect High-Energy Neutrinos

January 1, 2025

Scientists have initiated a groundbreaking project to detect high-energy neutrinos, often referred to as ghost particles, beneath the Mediterranean Sea. This initiative involves two telescopes as part of the Cubic Kilometre Neutrino Telescope (KM3NeT). One telescope focuses on neutrinos originating ..

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Key Findings of Financial Stability Report (FSR)

January 1, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has published the Financial Stability Report (FSR) for December 2024, presenting an in-depth assessment of the health and stability of the Indian financial system. What is Financial Stability Report? The FSR is released twice ..

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