Earth-wide telescope confirms black hole shadow is ‘real’: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/earth-wide-telescope-confirms-black-hole-shadow-is-real/article67828171.ece

The state of the Indian economy today: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-state-of-the-indian-economy-today/article67838620.ece

Decoding India’s economic realities: Comparing the state of the economy under the NDA and UPA governments: https://www.thehindu.com/business/budget/decoding-indias-economic-realities-comparing-the-state-of-the-economy-under-the-nda-and-upa-governments/article67835050.ece

Andhra Pradesh: Rise in footfall in eco-sensitive areas poses threat to biodiversity and wildlife
https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2024/Feb/12/andhra-pradesh-rise-in-footfall-in-eco-sensitive-areas-poses-threat-to-biodiversity-and-wildlife

The Amu Darya and Syr Darya basins are the primary source of water for the few countries, supporting around 60 million people and much of their agriculture and energy generation, as well as being critical for other ecosystem services and livelihoods. 

Consider the following pairs :

Location /landscape country

1. Khangai mountain : Mongolia
landscapes

2. varzeas
(a type of seasonally : Brazil
flooded forest)

3. Aleppo pine forests. : Tunisia

Consider the following statements:

1. FAO is a knowledge organization.
It is the lead UN agency for technical expertise in food security, agriculture, forestry, fisheries and rural development, as well as in the sustainable management of natural resources essential over the long term.

2. IFAD is a humanitarian organization. It provides food aid and logistical operations to save lives in emergency situations and to improve the nutrition and quality of life of the most vulnerable people in times of crisis.

3. WFP is a multilateral financial institution. It funds rural development projects that will improve the nutritional level and living conditions of the poorest populations in developing countries.