Weekly Important News (29 Dec - 04 Jan) A grand vision and the great Indian research deficit India’s ambition to become a global innovation leader is constrained by chronic underinvestment in R&D. Despite hosting 17.5% of the world’s population, India produces only about 3% of global research output...
Climate Change: Key Data, Statistics & Facts for GD, Lecturette and Interviews 🌍 Global Climate Indicators Global average temperature has increased by ~1.2°C above pre-industrial levels (1850–1900). 2024 was the hottest year on record, ~1.48°C above pre-industrial levels. World projected to breach ...
India’s Relations with Major World Powers: Strategic Partnerships, Trade & Defence | SSB Facts 🇮🇳 🇺🇸 India–United States Relationship status: Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Bilateral trade (goods & services): ~USD 190–200 billion. US is one of India’s largest trading partners. Defen...
Weekly Important News (22 - 28 Dec) President grants assent to rural jobs Bill; govt. lists four focus areas for works President Droupadi Murmu approved the Viksit Bharat–Grameen Ajeevika Mission, replacing MGNREGA. The government said the scheme will prioritise water security, rural infrastructure,...
Rural India: Key Facts, Statistics & Challenges Population & Demography 65.6% of India’s population lives in rural areas (Census/projections). Rural population: ~90 crore (900 million) people. Number of villages: 6.4 lakh+ across India. Median age in rural India: ~27 years (younger than urban averag...