Full form: Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation. Launched by: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a specialised agency of the United Nations. Adopted: 2016 by the ICAO Assembly. Objective: To address the growth of CO₂ emissions from international aviation and support carbon-neutral growth. Nature: A global market-based measure that requires aircraft operators to…
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 23 October 2026
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 23 October 2026 brings together the news items of the day that map to the Prelims syllabus — polity, economy, environment, science and technology, and international relations. Each item is written as a factual pointer you can revise quickly, with the static-syllabus link made explicit so the reading feeds directly into your Prelims notes.
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SUVIKALP Tool
Why in News? The Coal Controller Organisation (CCO) received the SKOCH Gold Award 2026 for the SUVIKALP Mine Repurposing Tool. Prelims pointers Full identity: SUVIKALP Mine Repurposing Tool. Developed by: Coal Controller Organisation (CCO). Ministry: Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Purpose: Identifies and prioritises sustainable alternative uses for closed and abandoned coal mines. Assessment…
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