About IFSC An International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) is a jurisdiction that provides world class financial services to non-residents and residents in a currency other than the domestic currency (Indian Rupee) of the location where the IFSC is located. Services …
Background From Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) founding in 1969, several state-owned firms like Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Antrix Corporation, and private companies like Godrej Aerospace, Ananth Technologies, and Larsen & Toubro have helped it manufacture rockets, satellites, and …
Definition GovAI refers to a novel concept of applying artificial intelligence (AI) in governance to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of government operations, decision-making, and service delivery. It aims to use AI-driven technologies, such as machine learning models, natural …
Definition A green economy is defined as low carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive. In a green economy, growth in employment and income are driven by public and private investment into such economic activities, infrastructure and assets that allow reduced …
Background The world’s urban population has reached an estimated 4.7 billion, or 57.5% of the world’s total population, with projections to double by 2050. October 31 is observed every year as World Cities Day. The theme for this year’s World …
About One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals and ecosystems. It recognizes that the health of humans, domestic and wild animals, plants, and the wider environment are closely …
Convention on Biological Diversity Signed by 150 government leaders at the 1992 Rio Earth Summit, the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is dedicated to promoting sustainable development. Conceived as a practical tool for translating the principles of Agenda 21 into …
About UNFCCC The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), signed in 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (also known as the Rio Earth Summit), constitutes the foundational climate agreement that has provided the platform …
Background India and Iran share a millennia-long history of interactions starting before the times of Alexander, the great. India and Iran signed a friendship treaty in 1950. The Tehran Declaration in 2001 and the New Delhi Declaration in 2003 deepened …
Need for the Mission Cities accommodate ~31% of India’s current population and contribute 63% to the GDP (Census 2011). By 2030, urban areas are expected to accommodate 40% of India’s population and contribute 75% to the GDP. Population growth in …