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Avian Flu Impact on Kurjan Crane Migration in Rajasthan

This winter, Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district has witnessed alarming incidents of Kurjan or Demoiselle cranes succumbing to illness. Reports indicate that avian flu, specifically the H591 strain, is responsible...

 January 22, 2025

Kerala Protests Against Offshore Sand Mining Initiatives

The coastal regions of Kerala are currently witnessing unrest due to the Union government's decision to conduct offshore sand mining. This initiative is being executed under the amended...

 January 22, 2025

Climate Change and Budget 2025

India is facing an urgent climate crisis that demands immediate attention. The year 2024 brought severe weather events that brought into light the need for sustainable development and...

 January 22, 2025

If Seawater is Used for Fighting California Wildfire

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles County have escalated into a severe crisis. Spanning over 36,386 acres, these fires have resulted in fatalities, destruction of properties, and displacement...

 January 22, 2025

Tropical Cyclone Sean

Tropical Cyclone Sean has become a notable weather event affecting Western Australia as of January 2025. Initially forming on January 20, it intensified rapidly, reaching Category 4 strength...

 January 22, 2025

New Species of Blood-Sucking Flies Discovered in India

Recent research by the Zoological Survey of India has revealed the presence of 23 species of blood-sucking flies in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Thirteen of these species...

 January 21, 2025

Decline in Waterbird Species in Pathanamthitta

The recent census of waterbirds in Pathanamthitta district reveals a concerning trend. Despite an increase in the total bird population, the number of species has declined. Conducted on...

 January 21, 2025

Traffic Congestion Challenges in Mohali City

The city of Mohali, once envisioned as a well-planned urban centre in Punjab, is now grappling with severe traffic congestion. Commuters face long delays during peak hours, particularly...

 January 21, 2025

Water Hyacinth Crisis and Innovative Solutions in Kenya

The issue of water hyacinth invasion in Kenya's lakes has escalated, severely impacting local fishermen and their livelihoods. This invasive species, introduced in the 1980s, has proliferated in...

 January 20, 2025

Bhopal Hazardous Waste Disposal

In early January 2025, the Madhya Pradesh government initiated the movement of 358 tonnes of hazardous waste from the infamous Union Carbide facility in Bhopal. This action follows...

 January 20, 2025

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