Why in NEWS The Society for the Protection of Underground Networks (SPUN) released the Underground Atlas, revealing that over 90% of mycorrhizal fungi hotspots—vital for plant nutrition and carbon storage—lie outside protected areas, raising concern about their overlooked ecological importance. Key Terms/Concepts Term Explanation Mycorrhizal Fungi Fungi forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots, enhancing nutrient […]
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Why in NEWS Himachal Pradesh witnessed over 20 flash floods, landslides, and cloudbursts—underscoring rising extreme weather events due to climate change. As India suffers escalating economic losses, parametric insurance is emerging as a faster and smarter climate risk tool. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Parametric Insurance Insurance that pays out when a specific parameter […]
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Why in NEWS India hosted the 2nd BIMSTEC Ports Conclave in Visakhapatnam to promote regional maritime connectivity, sustainable development, and port-led growth in the Bay of Bengal region. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation BIMSTEC Regional body for Bay of Bengal countries established in 1997 to promote economic and technical cooperation AMTC Agreement on Maritime […]
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Why in NEWS China is constructing a massive 60,000 MW hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo (Brahmaputra) River in Tibet, near Gelling, close to the Arunachal Pradesh border. It will be three times more powerful than the Three Gorges Dam and completed by the 2030s. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Yarlung Zangbo The upper […]
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Why in NEWS The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2025 report shows that while global hunger has declined to 673 million people, India still has the highest number of wasted children under five. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation SOFI Report Annual global hunger and nutrition assessment published jointly by […]
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Why in NEWS Indian Railways has tested its first hydrogen-powered coach under the “Hydrogen for Heritage” project at ICF Chennai. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation Hydrogen Fuel Cell A device converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, with water as byproduct. Green Hydrogen Hydrogen produced using renewable energy (e.g., solar/wind) via electrolysis. Kavach Indian Railway’s […]
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Why in NEWS July 29 marked International Tiger Day, spotlighting global and Indian efforts in conserving the tiger, including the rare Amur Tiger, the world’s largest wild cat. Key Terms & Concepts Term Explanation Tx2 Goal Global target to double wild tiger population by 2022, set at the 2010 St. Petersburg Summit. Project Tiger India’s […]
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Why in NEWS To boost India’s cotton output and strengthen the entire textile value chain, the Government has launched the ‘Mission for Cotton Productivity’ under Union Budget 2025–26, aligned with Textile Vision 2030. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Textile Vision 2030 Aims to make India a global textile hub by building a USD 250 […]
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Why in NEWS The Prime Minister visited Gangaikonda Cholapuram (Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu) during the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival and released a commemorative coin marking 1000 years of Rajendra Chola I’s Gangetic expedition, while celebrating the Chola dynasty’s administrative brilliance and maritime power. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Rajendra Chola I Son of Rajaraja Chola I; […]
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Why in NEWS India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol under the Ethanol Blending Programme (EBP) in 2025—five years ahead of schedule, signaling a major step in its clean energy transition and rural economic empowerment. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Ethanol Blending Mixing ethanol (biofuel) with petrol to reduce fossil fuel use and […]
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