Global Green Credits Programme launched at COP28

Context Recently, Prime Minister of India launched an initiative Green Credits Programme focusing on generating Global Green Credits through plantation on degraded wasteland at COP28. About Global Green Credits Programme…

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NEST Initiative launched by Indian Green Building Council

Context To promote sustainable and eco-friendly constructions in the domestic housing sector, the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) of the Confederation of Indian Industry launched a rating and certification initiative…

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Shravanabelagola and Lakkundi proposed for World Heritage List

Context Monuments of Shravanabelagola in Hassan and Lakkundi in Gadag districts. Proposed for inclusion under the tentative list of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. ☀️ Shravanabelagola An ancient Jain site…

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Saurauia Punduana recorded in Manipur

Context Critically endangered plant species named Saurauia Punduana recorded for first time in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. About Saurauia Punduana Flowers of Saurauia Punduana turn white to pink on maturity. Petals…

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Gwalior added to UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network

Context The city of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh was added to UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) for its “strong commitment to harnessing culture and creativity”. Kozikodhe from Kerala was also among…

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Advocate-on-Record system in the Supreme Court

Context The Supreme Court this week pulled up an Advocate-on-Record (AoR) for filing a frivolous case and dismissed the public interest litigation. The Court censured the lawyer that an AoR…

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