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Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve

Source: DTE  Himachal Pradesh (HP) has notified the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve under section 36A(1) of  Wildlife (Protection) Act,...

20 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Yala Glacier Declared Dead

Source: DTE  The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) held a ceremony to commemorate the rapid retreat of...

20 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

World Food Prize 2025

Source: DTE  Brazilian microbiologist Mariangela Hungria has been awarded the World Food Prize 2025 for her pioneering work in Biological...

20 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Ethanol’s Role in India’s Energy Future

This editorial is based on “Taking ethanol blending beyond E20” which was published in The Hindu Business Line on 07/05/2025. The...

17 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Algal Bloom Devastates Marine Life

Source: IE  A massive toxic algal bloom, caused by algae Karenia mikimotoi (bloom-forming dinoflagellate), has severely impacted South...

17 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Geographical and Climatic Factors Influencing Heatwaves

For Prelims: Heatwaves, Black soil, El Niño, Heat Action Plans, India Meteorological Department (IMD)  For Mains: Impact of Climate...

17 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Global Report on Internal Displacements 2025

For Prelims:  Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC), Global Report on Internal Displacements, Desertification, Food Security, 1951...

16 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Parali Protection Force

Source: TOI  The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to establish a Parali Protection...

16 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Anamalai Tiger Reserve

Source: TOI  The pre-monsoon (summer) estimation of tigers, co-predators, prey, and their habitats has begun in the Anamalai Tiger Reserve...

16 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Role of Ecology in Economic Stability

This editorial is based on “Ecology is the world’s permanent economy” which was published in The Hindu on 14/05/2025. The article...

15 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Impact of Marine Pollution on Seabirds

Source: DTE  A research highlights that plastic ingestion by seabirds not only causes physical harm but also disrupts their hormonal systems,...

10 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Role of Indigenous Communities in Biodiversity Conservation

For Prelims: Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), Traditional Knowledge System, Congo Basin, Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity...

09 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Cloud Seeding

Source: TH  The Delhi Cabinet has approved a project to conduct cloud seeding trials aimed at addressing air pollution and water...

09 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Microplastic Infiltration in Oceans

Source: DTE  Why in News?  A recent study published in Nature reveals that microplastics are not just surface pollutants but are now...

08 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

India and the Dynamism of Arctic Region

For Prelims: Arctic, Northern Sea Route, MAHASAGAR, National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, Himadri Research Station  For Mains:...

08 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI)

Source: PIB  The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) under the...

08 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025

Source: DTE  Why in News?   The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) notified the Biological Diversity (Access to biological...

05 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle

Source: PIB The Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagur kachuga) has been reintroduced into the Ganga River after 30-years, marking a major success under...

05 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Data Authenticity to Fight Air Pollution

This editorial is based on "Data dressing will not help in fight against pollution," which was published in the Hindustan Times on 26/04/2025. The...

03 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation

Natural Hydrogen

Source: TH  Why in News?  Natural hydrogen, a potentially clean, abundant, and low-cost energy source, is gaining global attention as a...

03 May 2025 Environmental Pollution & Degradation