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Climate Resilience of Sundarbans Mangroves

The Sundarbans, spanning India and Bangladesh, are the largest mangrove forests globally. They serve as important ecosystem, providing habitat for diverse wildlife and acting as a natural barrier...

 February 1, 2025

India’s Energy Efficiency

India's journey towards energy independence is influenced by its advancements in energy efficiency. Over the last two decades, these efforts have enhanced energy security and reduced dependence on...

 February 1, 2025

Scientific Coal Mining Initiatives in Meghalaya

Recent developments in Meghalaya highlight shift in the coal mining landscape. The Chief Minister, Conrad K Sangma, announced that the central government has signed agreements with three miners...

 January 31, 2025

Gujarat Declares First Biodiversity Heritage Site

The Gujarat Biodiversity Board has announced the designation of the 'Inland Mangrove Guneri' site as the first Biodiversity Heritage Site in Gujarat. This landmark decision aims to protect...

 January 31, 2025

Mira Bhayander Launches Climate Action Plan for Sustainability

Mira Bhayander, a city in Maharashtra's Thane district, has launched its City Climate Action Plan for 2024-2047. This initiative aims to make the city climate-resilient and achieve net-zero...

 January 31, 2025

Supreme Court Addresses Vellore Tannery Pollution Crisis

The Supreme Court of India has recently highlighted the severe environmental and social degradation caused by the leather tannery industry in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Describing the situation as...

 January 31, 2025

Climate Change and Legal Responsibilities of Nations

Climate change is increasingly recognised as a pressing global issue. Legal frameworks are evolving to address nations' responsibilities in mitigating its impacts. The International Court of Justice (ICJ)...

 January 31, 2025

Ammonia Contamination in Yamuna

Ammonia contamination in the Yamuna River has escalated into issue affecting Delhi’s water supply. Recent accusations from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) against the Haryana government have intensified...

 January 31, 2025

Centre’s High-Level Committee Approves Disaster Mitigation Projects

A High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah sanctioned Rs 3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation projects across various state of Indias. This initiative aims to...

 January 30, 2025

Micro-Irrigation Adoption in Uttar Pradesh’s Agriculture

The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana was launched to combat the looming water crisis in India. Despite this initiative, Uttar Pradesh remains behind in micro-irrigation adoption. Other states...

 January 30, 2025

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