Subject: Geography
Why in News?
The Uttarakhand government has set up two expert teams to assess the danger posed by five potentially hazardous glacial lakes in the area.
Background
About Glacial Lake Outburst Floods
Source: Indian Express
Subject: Geography
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) recently conducted a rescue operation to save a fisherman stranded 50 kilometers off the coast in the Gulf of Khambhat.
The Gulf of Khambhat, also known as the Gulf of Cambay, is a significant inlet of the Arabian Sea situated along the western coast of India, specifically in the state of Gujarat. It serves as a natural division between the Kathiawar Peninsula and the southeastern region of Gujarat.
Source: The Print
Subject: Geography
Why in News?
Recently, a tornado struck the Mainaguri area of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal.
Background
About Tornadoes
Types of Tornadoes
Occurrence
Source: Down To Earth
Subject: Polity and Governance
Why in News?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) expressed concerns about the environmental risks linked to the usage of non-biodegradable materials in elections.
Background
Green Elections
Objectives/Aims of Green Elections
Need for a Shift towards Green Elections
Issues/Challenges in the Adoption of Green Elections
Source: Hindu
The Supreme Court recently instructed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to provide information on the stipend status of medical colleges in all States.
About National Medical Commission (NMC)
Functions
Composition
Medical Advisory Council
Autonomous Boards
Source: Live Law
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Subject: Environment and Ecology
Why in News?
An international team of scientists, including those from India, has found compelling evidence of ozone presence on Jupiter's moon Callisto.
Background
About OZONE
Source: Hindu
Subject: Economy
Why in News?
The RBI delays enforcement of regulations on exchange-traded currency derivatives by one month, prompting traders to close positions.
Source: Times of India
Subject: Economy
Why in News?
RBI has postponed the enforcement of its new regulations for the exchange traded currency derivatives (ETCD) market to May 3 from the initial date of April 5.
Exchange Traded Derivatives (ETD)
Source: Times of India
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