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Global Life Expectancy Trends: Lancet Study Insights

Global Life Expectancy Trends: Lancet Study Insights

A recent Lancet study reveals a significant rise in global life expectancy, with an average increase of 6.2 years between 1990 and 2021. Notably, India has seen an eight-year increase during this period. The study attributes this rise to declines in deaths from various ailments such as diarrhoea, respiratory infections, stroke, and heart disease, although …

Government Approval of Onion Export to Friendly Countries

Government Approval of Onion Export to Friendly Countries

In response to requests from friendly nations including Bangladesh, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Mauritius, and Bhutan, the Indian government has granted approval for the export of onions. India, a significant global exporter of onions, had enforced a ban on onion exports in December 2023, leading to soaring prices in these nations. Export Quotas to …

India's Nuclear Energy Roadmap: Achieving 1 Lakh MW by 2047

India’s Nuclear Energy Roadmap: Achieving 1 Lakh MW by 2047

In line with its ambitions for a sustainable energy future, India aims to ramp up its nuclear power production significantly, targeting a capacity of 1 lakh MW by 2047. This objective, outlined in a report titled ‘Synchronising Energy Transitions Towards Possible Net Zero for India: Affordable and Clean Energy for All,’ highlights the nation’s commitment …

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NATO Celebrates 75 Years of Collective Defense

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is marking its 75th anniversary this year. The alliance, founded in 1949, will hold a special event in Brussels, Belgium to commemorate this milestone. NATO’s Founding and Expansion NATO was originally founded by 12 countries, including the United States, Canada, and several Western European nations. Over the past seven …

Zimbabwe Declares State of Disaster Over Devastating Drought

Zimbabwe Declares State of Disaster Over Devastating Drought

Zimbabwe, along with Zambia and Malawi, has declared a state of disaster due to a severe drought sweeping across southern Africa. President Emmerson Mnangagwa cited an “El Nino-induced drought” causing below-normal rainfall, affecting over 80% of the country. This drought, exacerbated by climate change, has led to dire food shortages and humanitarian crises across the …

National Parks in Gujarat

List of National Parks in Gujarat

Gujarat, the vibrant western state of India, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, historical monuments, and bustling cities. However, beyond the urban landscape lies a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers – the national parks of Gujarat. With diverse ecosystems, breathtaking landscapes, and a plethora of flora and fauna, these parks offer an …