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Phenome India project: A Landmark Initiative for Personalized Healthcare in India

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Phenome India Project

Why in news? India is undergoing a significant healthcare shift. Chronic, non-communicable diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and liver ailments are becoming a major burden. While these conditions are prevalent globally, their risk factors can vary considerably depending on ethnicity, genetics, and lifestyle. To address this challenge, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) … Read more

Harnessing Biomass on Degraded Land for a Sustainable Future

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Harnessing Biomass on Degraded Land for a Sustainable Future

Why in News? The Indian government is taking a crucial step towards a greener future by exploring the potential of biomass cultivation on degraded land. This initiative holds immense promise for not only generating clean bioenergy but also for restoring ravaged ecosystems and bolstering rural livelihoods. Unearthing the Potential: Key Highlights of the Meeting A … Read more

Smart Cities Mission: A Long Road to Transformation

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What is the Smart Cities Mission (SCM)

Why in news? The Smart Cities Mission (SCM), launched in 2015 with the ambitious goal of transforming 100 Indian cities, has come under scrutiny as its June 2024 deadline approaches. While progress has been made, with over 5,500 projects completed, significant challenges remain. What is the Smart Cities Mission? The SCM is a centrally sponsored … Read more

India’s Climate Policy: A Balancing Act Between Development and Sustainability

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India's Climate Policy

Why in news? Climate change has become a defining challenge of our times, and India, a nation of 1.4 billion people, finds itself on the frontlines. The country is particularly vulnerable due to its geographical location and massive population density. Extreme weather events like floods, droughts, and heatwaves are becoming more common, threatening agricultural productivity, … Read more

Empowering Ladakh: The Case for Inclusion in the Sixth Schedule

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The Sixth-Schedule

Why in news? In the high-altitude desert of Ladakh, amidst the breathtaking landscapes and delicate ecosystems, a fervent demand for recognition and representation reverberates. The call for Ladakh’s inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution is not merely a plea for administrative reform; it is a quest to preserve identity, protect fragile ecosystems, … Read more

Simplify the T+0 Settlement Cycle: A Game-Changer in Indian Capital Markets

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T+0 Settlement Cycle

Why in news? Understanding the T+0 Settlement Cycle: Video Credit : The Economic Times Benefits Galore: Eligible Securities for T+0 Trading: Participation Criteria and Trade Timings: Navigating Price Bands: Conclusion: People also ask Q1: What is the T+0 settlement cycle, and how does it differ from the traditional T+1 cycle?Ans: The T+0 settlement cycle allows … Read more