National Yak Day: Nepal observed its first-ever ‘National Yak Day’ on April 20, 2025, to honor the cultural, ecological, and economic value of the yak in the Himalayan region.The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) urged stakeholders to elevate the yak to its rightful place in the sustainable development agenda, especially across the […]
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Heatwaves in India
Heatwaves in India: India witnessed severe heatwaves in March 2025 — 20 days earlier than in 2024 — highlighting the urgent need for short-term and long-term strategies to tackle heat stress and its cascading impacts.In India, a heatwave is declared when maximum temperature exceeds 40°C in plains and 30°C in hilly areas. It is intensified […]
Amaravati: World’s First Fully Renewable-Powered City in the Making
Amaravati: World’s First Fully Renewable-Powered City in the Making Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, is on track to become the world’s first city powered entirely by renewable energy. Envisioned by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, this ambitious project aligns with India’s commitment to clean energy and climate-conscious urbanization. Located between Vijayawada and Guntur, […]
PETA : In News
PETA : In News The Trump administration’s recent policy changes to end animal testing are garnering support from animal rights groups like PETA. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is a nongovernmental organization (NGO) committed to ending abusive treatment of animals in business and society and promoting consideration of animal interests in everyday […]
World Heritage Day 2025
World Heritage Day 2025: World Heritage Day 2025, themed “Heritage under Threat from Disasters and Conflicts: Preparedness and Learning from 60 years of ICOMOS Actions,” is being celebrated globally, reaffirming the need to protect cultural and natural legacies. Heritage Sites are locations officially recognized by UNESCO for possessing outstanding cultural, natural, or mixed universal value. […]
DPS Wetland : Declared a Flamingo Conservation Reserve
DPS Wetland : Declared a Flamingo Conservation Reserve The DPS Wetland in Navi Mumbai has been officially declared a Flamingo Conservation Reserve by the Maharashtra State Wildlife Board. Situated in Seawoods, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Spread over 30 acres, adjacent to the Thane Creek Ramsar site. DPS Lake forms part of the Thane Creek ecosystem, a […]
Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD)
Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD): A study commissioned by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser has recommended rolling back the 2015 order mandating Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) installation across all coal plants. FGD installation should be mandated only for plants burning imported or high-sulphur coal (>0.5% sulfur content), not for all coal plants. Findings: 92% […]
Leptobrachium aryatium : New frog species
Leptobrachium aryatium : New frog species New frog species ‘Leptobrachium aryatium’ discovered in Assam. A new species of frog, named Leptobrachium aryatium, has been officially identified after a 21-year-long study. The frog was first studied in 2004 but was originally misidentified as Leptobrachium smithi. This species was found in the Garbhanga Reserve Forest, located on […]
Clinidium lalitae
Clinidium lalitae: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recently identified a new species of beetle named, Clinidium lalitae, from the northeast. It is a newly found species of beetle. It was discovered in the Talle Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh. It has been named ‘Clinidium lalitae’, in tribute to the late Dr. […]
61st Executive Committee meeting, the National Mission for Clean Ganga
61st Executive Committee meeting, the National Mission for Clean Ganga: At its 61st Executive Committee meeting, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) approved key projects aimed at cleaning the river, curbing pollution at the source, and promoting sustainable development while preserving the Ganga’s ecological and cultural value. Sewerage Projects in Moradabad (UP), Arrah (Bihar), […]
