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Page-62 of Climate Change

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.

Significant Reduction in PM2.5 Pollution in India

India has witnessed a notable decline in PM2.5 pollution levels from 2019 to 2024. According to a recent report, cities participating in the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)...

 January 8, 2025

Giraffe Conservation – Urgent Need for Taxonomic Reassessment

The giraffe population in Africa is facing a critical decline. Factors such as climate change, habitat loss, and poaching are driving these majestic animals towards extinction. Recent research...

 January 8, 2025

7.1 Earthquake Hits Tibet

On January 7, 2025, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.1 struck Tibet, near the Nepal border. This earthquake resulted in casualties and damage. Reports indicate 95 fatalities and numerous...

 January 8, 2025

Amendments to India’s Forest Conservation Act

The recent passage of the Bill to amend the Forest (Conservation) Act, originally enacted in 1980, marks shift in India's approach to forest management. Following approval from the...

 January 7, 2025

India’s Thermal and Renewable Power Capacity Growth

India's energy landscape is evolving rapidly. The country is poised to increase its thermal power capacity while boosting renewable energy sources. This dual approach aims to meet a...

 January 7, 2025

Government Policy for Greening MSME Operations Announced

The Government of India is set to introduce a new policy aimed at greening the operations of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This initiative comes as part...

 January 7, 2025

Climate Change Disrupts Global Water Cycle Dynamics

Climate change is altering the Earth's water cycle. The 2024 Global Water Monitor Report marks the severe impacts on precipitation patterns, leading to extreme weather events. Recently, the...

 January 7, 2025

Biodiversity Milestone – Banded Royal Butterfly Discovery

In 2025, Tripura achieved milestone in biodiversity documentation with the discovery of the Banded Royal butterfly (Rachana jalindra indra). This rare species was first recorded in the Sepahijala...

 January 6, 2025

HPAI Virus Outbreak Affects Wildlife in India

In January 2025, three tigers and a leopard died from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur. This incident...

 January 6, 2025

Gujarat’s First Coastal Bird Census in 2025

In January 2025, Gujarat will host India's inaugural census of coastal and wader birds at the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in Jamnagar. This landmark event is a...

 January 4, 2025

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