Current Affair Category: Agriculture

Why in News? Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Rajasthan have signed an agreement for the implementation of the 422 MW Kishau Multipurpose Project. The project will be constructed on the Tons River, along the Uttarakhand–Himachal Pradesh border. Key Facts: Project: Kishau Multipurpose Project River: Tons River, a tributary of the Yamuna Location: Uttarakhand–Himachal Pradesh border Installed Capacity: 422 MW Estimated […]

Why in News? MoSPI has proposed an experimental methodology to monetarily value India’s marine fish resources through Marine Fish Resource Asset Accounts. The exercise is based on the UN System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), which integrates environmental resources with economic accounts. Why is it Important? The idea is to treat marine fish stocks as natural capital. Fish stock in the sea […]

Why in News? August 4, 2026: Heatwaves and lightning were added to India’s list of 14 notified natural calamities. Following 16th Finance Commission (FC-XVI) recommendations, States can now use disaster funds for heatwave response and mitigation. Disaster Finance Framework: Article 280: Finance Commission recommends the framework for disaster-management funds. FC-XVI allocation (2026–31): ₹2.04 lakh crore for State disaster funds. SDRF: ₹1.6 lakh crore […]

Why in News?: A recent study examined several glaciers in the Zanskar Himalaya of Ladakh over a multi-decade period, finding that glaciers are moving more slowly than about three decades ago due to climate-driven thinning. Glaciers of Zanskar: Climate Change and Glacier Slowdown Why in News?: A recent study examined twelve glaciers in the Zanskar […]

Why in news?: Observed annually on 7 August, National Handloom Day celebrates India’s rich weaving heritage, commemorating the launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905. The 2026 observance honors 35.22 lakh weavers and allied workers (over 72% of whom are women) while highlighting the sector’s evolution through contemporary design, digital platforms, and global market expansion. […]

Why in News? Following the devastating Wayanad landslides two years ago, exceptionally heavy rainfall triggered fresh landslides, mudslides, and flooding across parts of Kerala, killing at least six people and leaving several others missing. Key Points from the Article: IMD Warning & Monsoon Drivers: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported widespread rainfall driven by an […]

IPR vs AI (Pre & Mains) – Concise Notes Why in News? Delhi High Court delivered India’s first major ruling on Generative AI (GenAI) and Copyright. ANI sued OpenAI, alleging that its copyrighted news content was used to train ChatGPT without permission. The case is part of the global debate on AI training vs Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). […]

Why in News? Launch: NSE Indices Limited (a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange) launched the Nifty500 Ahimsa Index on July 10, 2026. Shift in Investment Trends: Reflects a growing preference among modern and younger investors for thoughtful, sustainable, and ethical investing that goes beyond traditional ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks. About the Index: […]

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has issued a draft notification for a nationwide ban on the herbicide paraquat dichloride. Implementation: The prohibition covers the import, manufacture, sale, transport, distribution, and use of the chemical under Section 27 of the Insecticides Act, 1968. Stakeholder Feedback: Interested parties have 30 days from July 13, 2026, […]

Topic: Water Governance & Sustainable Resource Management Context: India’s urban water crisis, pricing paradox, and the need for a circular water economy. 1. The Core Problem: The Pricing Paradox: The Disconnect: Urban water tariffs in India are determined by political feasibility rather than the actual cost of abstraction, treatment, storage, and distribution. The “Freshwater vs. […]