Bhadra Tiger Reserve: The number of people visiting the Bhadra tiger reserve for safari has gone up and the tourists need to take adequate care not to disturb this eco-sensitive zone Bhadra Tiger Reserve is situated in the midst of the Western Ghats region of It is unique as it nestled within several hill ranges. […]
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Batillipes chandrayaani : New Species Of Marine Tardigrade
Batillipes chandrayaani : New Species Of Marine Tardigrade A new species of marine tardigrade discovered from the southeast coast of Tamil Nadu has been named Batillipes chandrayaani after the Chandrayaan-3. Batillipes chandrayaani has been discovered in the intertidal beach sediments at Mandapam in Tamil Nadu. It is similar in size to other tardigrades, it grows […]
State Of The Climate In Asia : Report
State Of The Climate In Asia : Report Asia has warmed faster than the global average since 1960, the World Meteorological Organisation’s 2023 ‘State of the Climate in Asia’ report has said. According to the report, released on April 23, the Asian continent is struggling with extreme climate events like floods and heatwaves, with record-breaking […]
4th Session Of Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee
4th Session Of Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee: The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) of the United Nations Environment Agency (UNEA) was held in Ottawa, Canada attracting participation from over 170 member states. This session is part of the ongoing negotiations to build a legally binding treaty on plastics pollution by the end of […]
Kutch Ajrakh
Kutch Ajrakh: The Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM) has bestowed the Geographical Indication (GI) certificate upon the traditional artisans of ‘Kutch Ajrakh,’ hailing from the vibrant region of Kutch in Gujarat. The Ajrakh is a textile craft, holds deep roots in the cultural tapestry of Gujarat, particularly in the regions of Sindh, […]
Peucetia chhaparajnirvin : Spider Species
Peucetia chhaparajnirvin : Spider Species Daryapur-based arachnologist recently identified a green lynx spider, named Peucetia chhaparajnirvin, which was never discovered earlier. Peucetia chhaparajnirvin is a new species of green lynx spider. The spider was found in Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary in Churu district of Rajasthan. The spider species has been named Peucetia chhaparajnirvin after the […]
Water Trading : NITI Aayog Report
Water Trading : NITI Aayog Report As urbanization gathers pace, more and more wastewater is generated. But only about 40% of this is treated, and even that is not being reused. The NITI Aayog, said in a report titled ‘water trading mechanism to promote reuse of treated water’ that in many countries water trading has […]
Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary : South Africa Delegation Visit
Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary : South Africa Delegation Visit South African delegation recently visited the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh to assess its readiness for the release of five to eight cheetahs later this year. This visit is part of the planning for Project Cheetah, which aims to reintroduce cheetahs into the sanctuary. […]
Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) On Plastic Pollution
Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) On Plastic Pollution: The fourth session of the INC to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-4), opened in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. The resolution requested the Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) to convene an Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) to develop […]
Green Financing
Green Financing: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) unveiled its Climate Strategy 2030 document on Earth Day to address India’s growing need for green financing. The strategy aims to mobilize resources for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience projects in the country. India requires approximately $170 billion annually to reach a cumulative […]
