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.
India’s wildlife conservation efforts have seen remarkable progress in recent years. Forest cover and protected areas have expanded steadily. Iconic species like tigers, lions, and snow leopards have...
Recent floods during the 2025 monsoon in Hyderabad caused severe disruption. Localised flooding marooned residents, damaged infrastructure, and cut power supplies for days. This event puts stress on...
As Delhi faces its annual winter surge in air pollution, the Decision Support System (DSS) for Air Quality Management has been reactivated. Developed by the Indian Institute of...
The Darjeeling hills, often called the Queen of Hills, experienced severe destruction in October 2025 due to unprecedented heavy rainfall. The rain exceeded official warnings and caused deadly...
The Coral Triangle remains the world’s richest marine ecosystem. Spanning 5.7 million sq km across Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste, it hosts...
India faces diverse natural hazards requiring a multi-faceted disaster risk reduction (DRR) approach. The Home Ministry (MHA) and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) lead efforts from prevention to...
India’s rapid digital growth has created a huge surge in electronic waste (e-waste). Recently, the country generated 2.2 million tonnes of e-waste, making it the third-largest producer worldwide....
Recent heavy rainfall in Kolkata brought the city to a halt. A single night saw 251 mm of rain, the highest since 1986. Streets flooded, public transport stopped,...
Recent studies have cast doubt on the effectiveness and safety of geoengineering methods aimed at protecting polar regions. A team led by Professor Martin Siegert from the University...
Recent studies reveal that the average size of trees in the Amazon rainforest has increased steadily over the past decades. This growth is attributed primarily to rising atmospheric...
