Wild Orchids Of North Bengal : Dying Recent reports suggest, that wild orchids of North Bengal are dying at an alarming rate. Wild Orchids of North Bengal are attractively flowered and colorful plants. They are known for their vibrant and intricate flowers. They are found in various habitats around the world, including tropical rainforests, mountains, […]
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LEED Certification
LEED Certification: According to the Green Business Certification Inc. India ranks first globally in LEED Zero-certified green building projects surpassing the US and China. LEED Certification: Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is the world’s most widely used green building rating system in the world. It is available for virtually all building types. This certification […]
Bhitarkanika National Park : 10-Year-Old Boy Attack By a Crocodile
Bhitarkanika National Park : 10-Year-Old Boy Attack By a Crocodile A 10-year-old boy was allegedly killed recently following an attack by a crocodile sparking fresh bouts of man-animal conflict in areas in the close vicinity of Bhitarkanika National Park. Bhitarkanika National Park is located in Kendrapara district in the state of Odisha. It is India’s […]
National Working Plan Code-2023
National Working Plan Code-2023: The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has released the “National Working Plan Code-2023” for the scientific management of forests and evolving new approaches. Scientific forest management is an approach that involves the application of scientific principles and techniques to manage forests sustainably. It focuses on gathering data, conducting research, […]
What Is Fish Kill?
What Is Fish Kill? Thousands of dead fish washed up on the beaches of southeast Texas due to a phenomenon called “fish kill,” which occurs when low levels of dissolved oxygen in the water cause suffocation of the fish. Texas is a state in the South Central region of the United States. It is the […]
New Species Of Gliding Geckos In Mizoram
New Species Of Gliding Geckos In Mizoram: Scientists recently discovered a new species of gliding geckos in Mizoram, named Mizoram parachute gecko. Mizoram parachute gecko is a newly discovered species of gliding geckos. The Mizoram parachute gecko, or Gekko mizoramensis, is one of the 14 geckos known to take to the air. It is thought […]
20 New Species Of Sea Lettuce
20 New Species Of Sea Lettuce: Researchers have recently discovered 20 new species of Sea lettuce along the Baltic and Scandinavian coasts. Sea Lettuce(Ulva lactuca) is commonly referred to as seaweed. It is a genus of green algae usually found growing on rocky shores of seas and oceans around the world. Some species of Sea […]
Nutri Garden Project : Lakshadweep
Nutri Garden Project : Lakshadweep The Nutri Garden project of Lakshadweep has turned out to be a big success. Nutri Garden project is a method of planting and harvesting nutrient-rich crops in residential houses or in their vicinity to meet the requirements of the family all year round. It is a cost-effective model to grow […]
Kaziranga National Park : Mahouts Arrested For Capturing Spotted Pond Turtles
Kaziranga National Park : Mahouts Arrested For Capturing Spotted Pond Turtles Three persons engaged as mahouts (keepers and drivers of an elephant) in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, Assam, have been arrested for capturing and consuming spotted pond turtles, a rare species of a freshwater turtle. The incident has raised concerns about the […]
Exploration Of Coal And Lignite Scheme : Approved Continuation
Exploration Of Coal And Lignite Scheme: Approved Continuation The union government of India approved the continuation of the central sector plan ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite scheme’ with an estimated expenditure of ₹2,980 crore. The period for the extension is from 2021-22 to 2025-26. Under this scheme, exploration for coal and lignite is conducted in […]
