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Global Methane Tracker 2024

The International Energy Agency's Global Methane Tracker 2024 provides crucial insights into methane emissions worldwide, with several key highlights:

India's Push for Security Council Reform: The G4 Model

India's active participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiations on Security Council Reform has garnered attention as it presented a comprehensive model representing the G4 nations at the United Nations. The G4 model proposes significant reforms aimed at addressing the current shortcomings of the Security Council and enhancing its legitimacy and effectiveness.

CPCRI Introduces New Varieties for Coconut and Cocoa Cultivation

The Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI) has recently introduced a groundbreaking coconut variety named Kalpa Suvarna, alongside two innovative cocoa varieties, with the aim of transforming coconut and cocoa cultivation practices in India.

Low Carbon Action Plan (LCAP)

Bihar's initiative to bolster its waste management capabilities through the development of a Low-Carbon Action Plan (LCAP) marks a significant stride towards achieving its goal of becoming a Net Zero state by 2070.

State of the Global Climate 2023: WMO

The recent release of the State of the Global Climate 2023 report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has drawn attention to the unprecedented increase in the heat content of the world's oceans in 2023.

Criminal Case Management System and Sankalan App

The inauguration of the digital Criminal Case Management System (CCMS) by the Ministry of Home Affairs, developed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), has captured significant attention in the news. Here's why it's making headlines:

New Electric Vehicle Policy 2024

The announcement by the Government of India to greenlight a strategic policy aimed at positioning the country as a prime manufacturing hub for electric vehicles (e-vehicles) has garnered significant attention. Here's why it's in the news:

World Air Quality Report 2023

The news regarding India's identification as the world's third most polluted country, as per the World Air Quality Report 2023 by the Swiss organization IQAir, highlights significant concerns regarding air pollution in the country. Here are the key highlights from the report: