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AC Usage and Climate Change India

India is witnessing a massive surge in air conditioner (AC) usage. While the relief it provides during scorching summers is undeniable, the long-term implicat

Climate Change in the Hindu Kush Himalaya

The Himalayan Cryosphere is a vital component of the global climate system. Snow persistence refers to how long snow stays on the ground before melting, which

IMD Heatwave Alert for Delhi

Delhi is bracing itself for an intense heatwave this weekend as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave alert for April 25 and 26, 202

Blackbuck Population and Grassland Ecosystems

India's blackbuck population, once on the brink of extinction, has been a focal point of conservation efforts in recent years. As the world celebrates eff

A Water Revolution Uplifting 200 Families

By ascending from the lowest council position to the highest, he serves as a testament to the tenacity of India's democratic system. Water is life in rura

North India Heatwave 2025: Early Warning Signs

It’s only April, and the North India heatwave 2025 has already gripped the region with extreme temperatures. From Delhi to Rajasthan, the rising mercu

Naini Lake Water Levels Hit Record Low

We recorded a concerning drop in water levels, measuring just 4.7 feet—marking a five-year low. This alarming situation has raised serious concerns ab

Deadly Earthquake in Myanmar & Bangkok

On March 28, 2025, a powerful Myanmar earthquake of 7.7 magnitude struck central Myanmar, with tremors felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand. The epicenter was s

Increase in Zika Virus Cases in Maharashtra

The Zika virus has become a significant public health concern in Pune district, Maharashtra. In 2024, Pune accounted for 125 of the 151 confirmed Zi

Geo-Tagging Helps Preserve Kashmir’s Iconic Chinar Trees

Kashmir’s iconic chinar trees, celebrated for their cultural and ecological importance, are facing growing threats from urbanization and infra

Indore and Udaipur Added to Global Wetland Cities Network

Indore and Udaipur have made history as the first cities from India to receive accreditation as Wetland Cities under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlan

India's iSNR: Establishing Global Standards in Sustainable Rubber Production

India has introduced the Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) initiative to establish international standards for sustainable rubber production.

Karnataka High Court Cancels Green Energy Regulations

In the Brindavan Hydropower Private Limited Case, 2024, the Karnataka High Court ruled to strike down the Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Th

Kerala Strengthens Disaster Readiness with Localized Early Warning Systems

Kerala Boosts Disaster Preparedness with Localized Early Warning Systems and Enhanced Relief Infrastructure After 2024 Wayanad Landslides

Government Increases MSP on Jute, Assures 66.8% Returns for Farmers

The Centre has decided to raise the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute by Rs 315, fixing it at Rs 5,650 per quintal for the 2025-26 marketing

Oysters Fighting Antibiotic Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming an escalating global health crisis, with millions of deaths linked to resistant infections each year. Res

Yala Glacier in Nepal Expected to Disappear by the 2040s Due to Climate Change

Yala Glacier in Nepal has receded by 680 meters (36%) from 1974 to 2021 and is expected to disappear by the 2040s due to rapid climate change. This

Is Zombie Deer Disease a Threat to Humans?

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), commonly known as "Zombie Deer Disease," is spreading among wildlife such as deer, moose, and elk. While it

IMD Vision 2047: Achieving Zero Deaths and 100% Weather Detection

On January 14, 2025, PM Modi launched the IMD Vision-2047, with goals of eliminating disaster-related fatalities and ensuring 100% weather detection

India Achieves Milestone with 30 GW of Green Energy in 2024

India set a new record by adding 30 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024, marking a 113% increase from 13.75 GW in 2023, as reported by the

Earth Exceeds 1.5°C Threshold for the First Time in 2024

In a major climate development, 2024 marked the first time global temperatures crossed the crucial 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial lev

Wayanad Landslides in 2024 Linked to Global Water Cycle Disruption

Wayanad Landslides in 2024 Linked to Global Water Cycle Disruption The 2024 Global Water Monitor Report highlights major disturbances in the

Guidelines for Isolation and Prevention of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Safeguarding Yourself and Others

In response, Indian states have been instructed to intensify surveillance for Severe Acute Respiratory Illnesses (SARI) and Influenza-Like Illn

Uttar Pradesh Collaborates with Google Cloud

The Uttar Pradesh government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Google Cloud (India) to establish the Uttar Pradesh Open Network fo

The National Programme for Organic Production, Eighth Edition (NPOP)

By 2028, it is anticipated that India's organic farming industry will have grown to a total export value of Rs 20,000 crore. Union Minister of C

Official Recognition of the Gaddi Dog Breed

The Gaddi dog breed has received official recognition from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research's National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resou

IIT-Madras Achieves Milestone with Asia’s Largest Wave Basin

IIT-Madras has set a new benchmark by commissioning Asia's largest shallow wave basin at its Discovery campus in Thaiyur, near Chennai. This adv

5 new Darwin Wasps Discovered: Guardian of Ecosystem Balance

ATREE has discovered five new species of parasitic wasps in India and Thailand, marking the first documentation of the Microleptinae subfamily

Ratapani: India's 57th Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh

The Ratapani Tiger Reserve becomes 57th Tiger reserve of India. Located in Vindhyan hills Madhya Pradesh, is home to around 40 tigers and a ric

Global Plastics Treaty: Turning the Tide on Pollution

The global plastic pollution crisis has reached unprecedented levels, with global plastic production reaching 400 million tonnes annually. Key

India's 56th Tiger Reserve: Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla

Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla, India's 56th Tiger Reserve, is located in Chhattisgarh and covers 2,829.38 square kilometers. It is the third-l

Discovery of Okinawicius Tekdi: A New Spider Species in Pune

Researchers have identified a new species of jumping spider, Okinawicius tekdi, on Baner hill in Pune, India. The spider, first described by At

Cheetah Conservation Collab by Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan

A joint corridor management committee has been established in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan to enhance coordination for sustainable cheetah cons

India Ranks 176th in Global Nature Conservation Index 2024

India has ranked 176th in the Global Nature Conservation Index 2024, ranking 176th out of 180 countries. The index evaluates conservation effor

New Himalayan Snake Species Discovered, Bears DiCaprio name

A new snake species, 'Anguiculus dicaprioi', was discovered in the western Himalayas during the COVID-19 lockdown. This small, brown-co

New Guidelines to Stop Greenwashing Practices in India

Greenwashing is a deceptive practice where companies make false environmental claims, undermining genuine environmental efforts and misleading

New Damselfly Species Discovered in Kerala's Western Ghats

A new species of damselfly, Agasthyamalai Bambootail, has been discovered in Kerala's Western Ghats. The species, named after its long cyli

Bihar to Establish Second Tiger Reserve in Kaimur

Bihar's central government has given approval for the establishment of a second tiger reserve in Kaimur district. The proposal, announced b

Rare Black Panthers Spotted in Odisha's Forests

Odisha has discovered the presence of the rare melanistic leopard, also known as the black panther, in three forest divisions across the state.

New Flatworm Species Discovered: A Mysterious Invader in US

A new flatworm species, Amaga pseudobama, was discovered in North Carolina in 2020, initially misidentified as Obama nungara. Molecular and his

New Ghost Shark Species: Unveiling Deep-Sea Mysteries

New Zealand scientists have discovered a new species of ghost shark, the Australasian Narrow-nosed Spookfish, in the Chatham Rise area.

New Catfish Species Discovered in Nagaland's Dzuleke River

Researchers have discovered a new glyptosternine catfish species, Exostoma sentiyonoae, in Nagaland's Dzuleke River. The species, the fourt

Southern Birdwing: India's second-largest butterfly species

The Southern Birdwing, India's second-largest butterfly species, has been spotted in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on the satellite campus of The Am

Mikania Micrantha: A Growing Threat to Bhadra Tiger Reserve

Mikania Micrantha, also known as "mile-a-minute" weed, is a rapidly growing invasive plant species native to Central and South Americ

Dancing Ginger: 3 New Species Discovered in Northeast India

Three new ginger species have been discovered in Mizoram and Meghalaya, India, belonging to the Globba genus, part of the Zingiberaceae (ginger

Rare Myristica Swamp Forest Discovered in Maharashtra

Researchers from Dodamarg, near the Goa-Maharashtra border, have discovered a sacred Myristica swamp forest in Kumbral, Maharashtra. The forest

Jumping Spider New Species Discovered in Tamilnadu

A new jumping spider species, Carrhotus piperus, has been discovered in lower Palani Hills, Tamil Nadu. The species, named after its habitat on

Scientists Discovered New Antarctic Dragonfish Species

Scientists from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have discovered a new species of Antarctic dragonfish, Akarotaxis gouldae, which was i

India Tops in Global Plastic Pollution: A Wake-Up Call

India is the largest global plastic polluter, producing 9.3 million tonnes annually, accounting for 20% of total global plastic emissions. The

Vulture Count Initiative: WWF-India's Vulture Conservation

WWF-India has launched the "Vulture Count 2024" initiative, a nationwide vulture census, starting September 7, 2024.

New Plant Species Discovered in Maharashtra's Ambagad Forest

Three botany teachers discovered a new plant species, Cleistanthus Deekshabhoomiana, in the Ambagad forest of Bhandara district, Maharashtra.

India's Pioneering Effort to Save Ancient Horseshoe Crabs

Horseshoe crabs, two species found in India, are present along the eastern coast, particularly in Odisha and West Bengal. Protected under the W

South American Lungfish: A Living Fossil with Giant Genome

The South American lungfish, found in slow-moving waters across South America, is considered a living fossil with a record-breaking genome. It

Gastrodia indica: New Orchid Species Discovered in Sikkim

Gastrodia indica, the first known cleistogamous orchid in India, was discovered in Fambonglho Wildlife Sanctuary in Sikkim. It is self-pollinat

Discovery of three new Edible Bug Species in Northeast India

Researchers from ATREE and Modern College, Pune have discovered three new edible stink bug species in Arunachal Pradesh, belonging to the genus

CPCRI Advisory: Combating Fruit Rot in Arecanut Plantations

Fruit Rot Disease (Koleroga), also known as koleroga, poses a significant threat to arecanut plantations due to its spread by fungi, bacteria,

Ceropegia Shivrayiana: New Plant Species Honors Shivaji

A new flowering plant species, named Ceropegia shivrayiana, was discovered in Vishalgad premises, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra.

Discovery of Six Bent-Toed Gecko Species in Northeast India

Six new bent-toed geckos species have been discovered in northeastern India, a collaboration between the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Ash

India Ranks 3rd in the Global Forest Area Gains: FAO Report

India has made significant forest area gains, adding 266,000 hectares annually from 2010 to 2020. The country ranks third among the top ten cou

Phlogacanthus Sudhansusekharii: Arunachal New Plant Species

Phlogacanthus Sudhansusekharii, a species of Phlogacanthus, was discovered in Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh. Named after Dr. S

Kerala's Biodiversity Boost: New Flower Fly Species Found

Researchers from the Shadpada Entomology Research Lab (SERL) of Christ College, Irinjalakuda, have discovered two new flower fly species in Ker

ZSI Discovers New Dogfish Shark Species Off Kerala Coast

The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has discovered a new deep-water dogfish shark species, Squalus hima, at Sakthikulangara fishing harbor in

New Horned Frog Species Discovery in Arunachal Pradesh

A new forest-dwelling horned frog species, Xenophrys apatani, has been discovered in Arunachal Pradesh, India. The species, named after the loc

World's First Asian King Vulture Conservation Center in UP

Uttar Pradesh is set to inaugurate the Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre in Maharajganj, India, as the world's first conservation and

Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary: 5th New Tiger Reserve in UP

Uttar Pradesh is set to establish its fifth tiger reserve, the Suhelwa Wildlife Sanctuary, due to the growing tiger population. The sanctuary,

New Discovery of Thismia malayana: Malaysia's Plant Parasite

Thismia malayana, a new plant species discovered in Peninsular Malaysia's rainforests, is a testament to the hidden wonders of our world

Nagi/Nakti New Ramsar Sites in Bihar: India Wetland Triumph

The Nagi and Nakti Bird Sanctuaries in Bihar's Jamui district have been designated as wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar

Discovery of blue-colored ant species Paraparatrechina neela

A unique blue-colored ant species, Paraparatrechina neela, has been discovered in the Siang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, a biodiversity hotspot

24 May: International Day of the Markhor 2024 declared by UN

On each year 24 May is celebrated as International Day of Markhor that was designated by UN. The markhor, a majestic wild goat with spiral-shap

IIPE developed eco-friendly muddy water treatment solutions

The Indian Institute of Petroleum & Energy (IIPE) has developed an innovative 'Surface Modification Technique of Membrane' to addre

Glyptothorax punyabratai: New Catfish Discovery in Arunachal

A new species of catfish, Glyptothorax punyabratai, has been discovered in Arunachal Pradesh's waters. The species, part of the genus Glypt

World Tuna Day, observed annually on May 2nd

World Tuna Day is a global initiative that raises awareness about the importance of tuna conservation and sustainable fishing practices. The hi

Conserving the Endangered Nilgiri Tahr: Tamil Nadu Approach

The Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain ungulate in the Western Ghats of India, is facing severe threats such as habitat loss, fragmentation d

Discovery of new tiger cat species in Brazil Rainforest

The clouded tiger cat, a small wildcat found in Brazil's dense rainforests, holds significant importance for biodiversity and conservation

Leaf Litter Frog and its ability to emit ultrasonic sounds

The Leaf Litter Frog, a small amphibian found deep within the Brazilian Atlantic rainforest, has recently been discovered to emit ultrasonic so

CDP-SURAKSHA Portal: for subsidies to horticulture farmers

The Indian government has launched a digital platform called CDP-SURAKSHA to streamline the disbursement of subsidies to horticulture farmers u

Neptis philyra: A Rare Butterfly Species Discovered in India

The long-streak sailor butterfly, Neptis philyra, has been found in India, expanding its geographical range and providing new insights into the

Climate Change Report of WMO Released: Know all the details

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has confirmed 2023 as the hottest year on record, with record-breaking temperatures, sea level rise

Euscorpiops Krachan: New Scorpion Discovery in Thailand

Researchers in Thailand discovered a previously unknown scorpion species, Euscorpiops Krachan, in the dense wilderness of Kaeng Krachan Nationa

CEEW Released Used Water Management Report 2024

India's urban population is increasing, putting pressure on the country's groundwater tables. The Council on Energy, Environment and Wa

National Horticulture Fair 2024 is organized in Bengaluru, Karnataka

The National Horticulture Fair 2024, organized by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is s

Gevra Mine: India's Towering Powerhouse, Asia's Largest Coal Mine

India's Gevra mine, located in Chhattisgarh, is set to become the largest coal mine in Asia, thanks to the efforts of the Ministry of Coal

World Wildlife Day 2024 – Wildlife Protection & Conservation

World Wildlife Day 2024, celebrated on March 3rd, 2024, is an annual event that raises awareness about the importance of biodiversity and the c

Newly discovered marine species Melanochlamys Droupadi

The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has identified a new species of head-shield sea slug, Melanochlamys droupadi, found exclusively along the

All about: International Big Cat Alliance/ 16 countries joined IBCA

The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) is a global coalition of conservation organizations, governments, and individuals dedicated to the co

Scientists Discover New Giant Snake Species in Amazon Rainforest

Scientists have discovered a new giant anaconda snake species, Eunectes akayima, in the Amazon rainforest. The species, found in the Bameno reg

First Solar Project in Rajasthan by NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd. / What is Renewable Energy? - Challenges and Opportunities

NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd. (NTPC-REL), a subsidiary of NTPC Limited, has inaugurated its first solar power project in Chhattargarh, Rajasthan.

Gupteswar Forest being declared a Biodiversity-Heritage Site in Odisha:

The Gupteswar Forest in Odisha, India, has been declared as the state's fourth Biodiversity-Heritage Site (BHS) due to its rich biodiversity. Th

GBFF (Global Biodiversity Framework Fund) – Envt Conservation

The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF) is an international financing mechanism designed to mobilize and channel investments towards meeting t

Protest over Flyover: Controversy Brews Over Elevated Highway Plan through Bannerghatta Park

The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is considering constructing an elevated highway across Bannerghatta National Park near Bengaluru, Ind

Birds are moving to higher altitudes due to fogged forests and rising temperatures: research

A 10-year study by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) reveals that habitat degradation from logging and rising temperatures are posing escalatin

India's 56th Tiger Reserve: Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla

Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla, India's 56th Tiger Reserve, is located in Chhattisgarh and covers 2,829.38 square kilometers. It is the third-l

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