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The environment encompasses all living and non-living things around us. It includes air, water, and land. Human activities impact the environment significantly. Pollution and deforestation are major concerns. Conservation efforts aim to protect natural resources. Sustainable practices promote a healthier planet. Awareness of environmental issues is crucial. Education can drive change. A balanced ecosystem supports life and biodiversity. Protecting the environment benefits future generations.

Himalayan Glacier Loss and Its Environmental Impact

Recent studies by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) reveal that Himalayan glaciers have lost ice equivalent to 24 metres of water depth between 1973 and...

 March 23, 2026

World Water Day 2026 Observed Globally

World Water Day 2026 was marked with renewed calls for water conservation, sustainable management and inclusive governance. The day brought into light the importance of freshwater security, the...

 March 23, 2026

Prakriti 2026 Conference on Carbon Markets

India’s International Conference on Carbon Markets, Prakriti 2026, began in New Delhi as a flagship event under Bharat Electricity Summit 2026. The conference focuses on carbon markets, climate...

 March 23, 2026

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary Boundary Rationalisation

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam has received approval for boundary rationalisation under the National Board for Wildlife. The move follows a Supreme Court direction and aims to improve...

 March 23, 2026

Mangrove Estuaries Face Rising Hypercapnic Hypoxia

Mangrove-lined estuaries are increasingly exposed to hypercapnic hypoxia, a harmful chemical condition marked by high carbon dioxide and low oxygen. A global assessment of mangrove sites shows that...

 March 21, 2026

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks in Global Cities

Legionnaires’ disease has re-emerged as a public health concern after clusters of cases were reported in major global cities, including London and New York City. The illness is...

 March 21, 2026

Turkmenistan Tops Global Methane Emission Sites

Methane emissions from oil and gas operations are emerging as a major climate concern, with new satellite-based analysis showing that a small number of sites account for some...

 March 21, 2026

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve Resorts Sealed

Illegal resorts in the eco-sensitive zone of the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu have been locked and sealed after authorities found them operating without valid permissions. The...

 March 21, 2026

Defining Aravalli Hills – Environmental and Mapping Challenges

The Aravalli Hills, one of India’s oldest mountain ranges, have recently come under renewed scrutiny. Recently, the Supreme Court (SC) directed a committee to define the extent and...

 March 20, 2026

Climate Change Impact on Mangrove Estuaries

Recent studies reveal that mangrove-lined estuaries face severe environmental stress due to rising carbon dioxide (CO₂) levels. This has led to a condition called hypercapnic hypoxia, where high...

 March 20, 2026

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