Climate change poses a significant challenge to India’s diverse geography and economy. Rising temperatures threaten agriculture and water resources. Coastal cities face increased flooding and erosion. The Indian Constitution emphasises environmental protection. Cultural heritage sites are at risk from climate impacts. Legal frameworks are evolving to address these issues. Collective action is essential for sustainable development and preserving India's rich cultural and natural heritage.
Recent studies have brought into light the role of dark-pigmented microalgae in the melting of the Greenland ice sheet. These microorganisms thrive in nutrient-poor environments. They have been...
The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is set to reconvene in Rome, Italy, from February 25 to 27, 2025. This...
Recent incidents in Kerala highlight the urgent need for increased funding to address man-animal conflict. Congress Member of Parliament Priyanka Gandhi has reached out to Chief Minister Pinarayi...
In a remarkable environmental event, 650,000 endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles have arrived at Rushikulya beach in Odisha's Ganjam district for mass nesting. This occurrence follows a two-year...
Recent studies have revealed alarming statistics regarding peatland fires in the United Kingdom. Between 2001 and 2021, these fires released approximately 800,000 tonnes of carbon. This figure could...
Recent audits have raised concerns regarding the management of compensatory afforestation funds in Uttarakhand. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) conducted an audit covering the period...
Recent observations have brought into light retreat of snow cover atop Mount Everest. Researchers have noted a reduction of 150 metres in snow accumulation during the winter season...
Recent studies have telld the inadequacy of merely expanding protected areas in conserving biodiversity. A study published in February 2025 in PLOS Biology reveals that tropical mammals are...
Marine mammals in the Arctic and Subarctic regions are facing challenges due to marine heat waves (MHWs). Recent studies indicate that these events lead to increased mortality, lower...
The translocation of African cheetahs to India has raised ethical, ecological, and welfare concerns. A recent study by the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) marks the challenges faced...
