Forest ServicesDaily Current Affairs — 21 April 2026
4 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
India’s Forest Carbon Storage May Nearly Double by 2100
Context A recent study published in Environmental Research: Climate highlights that India’s forests could store nearly twice as much carbon by 2100 under different climate change scenarios. Carbon storage by Indias forests India’s forests act as a significant carbon sink by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in biomass and soil. According to the Forest Survey of India, the total forest carbon stock increased from 6.94 billion tonnes in 2013 to 7.29 billion tonnes in 2023
Science Behind Smart Washbasins
In Context Smart washbasins have gained widespread adoption across high-traffic public spaces like multiplexes, airports, metro stations, and malls. What Is a Smart Washbasin? A smart washbasin is an automated plumbing fixture that uses electronic sensors to control water flow without any physical contact.
India-South Korea Special Strategic Partnership
Context Recently, India and South Korea have taken a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations by deciding to resume negotiations for upgrading the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Key Outcomes of the Bilateral Meeting Strategic Vision: Adoption of a Joint Strategic Vision for deepening the Special Strategic Partnership. Focus areas include: Chips to Ships (semiconductors to shipbuilding) Talent to Technology Read More
Fertiliser Crisis in India Amid Global Supply Disruptions
Context India is facing a significant fertilizer challenge due to rising global prices and supply disruptions triggered by geopolitical tensions, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz amid the US–Israel vs Iran conflict. Nature of the Crisis Sharp Increase in Prices: Urea prices have nearly doubled within a short period, increasing from around $508 per tonne in February to about $935 per tonne in April. Input materials such as sulphur and ammonia have also witnessed steep price increases, sig