Ecology studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment. It examines ecosystems, biodiversity, and the impact of human activities. Understanding ecology is crucial for conservation efforts. It informs policies on sustainable development. Ecological balance is vital for health and well-being. Awareness of ecological issues can lead to better environmental practices. Protecting ecosystems benefits both nature and humanity.
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the threat posed by illegal sand mining to the National Chambal Sanctuary, a fragile riverine ecosystem spread across Rajasthan,...
A rare parasitic wasp from the little-known subgenus Carinichelonus has been recorded from a tea estate in Assam. The finding adds to evidence that tea plantations in Northeast...
A male blue-and-white flycatcher, a rare migratory bird in India, was recently sighted on Pavagadh Hill in Gujarat. The bird was identified by its royal blue upperparts, black...
The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to halt all ground-level steps inside the Sharavathi Valley Lion-Tailed Macaque Sanctuary and its Eco-Sensitive Zone. The interim order...
Gujarat is set to strengthen urban environmental governance through the ‘Lake and Air Watch’ initiative under the Gujarat Urban Development Mission. The programme aims to monitor lake health...
At least 25 visitors were injured after a swarm of bees attacked people at Sinhagad Fort near Pune on Sunday afternoon. Eight injured persons required hospitalisation. The Forest...
Tourism to Gurudongmar Lake in North Sikkim has begun to recover after prolonged disruption caused by the South Lhonak Lake glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) of October 2023....
Silent Valley National Park in Kerala has recorded 192 bird species in a comprehensive survey that covered both core and buffer zones. The exercise, held from 6 to...
The Forest Survey of India has paused its Anavaran deforestation alert system, which had been sending fortnightly, location-specific alerts to states using satellite imagery and machine learning. The...
A rare marine sighting in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has drawn attention after two giant oarfish were seen close to the shoreline. Oarfish are deep-sea creatures that are...
