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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.

Forest Land Diversion for Sharavathi Power Project Approved

The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) Standing Committee granted in-principle approval in June 2025 for diverting 142 hectares of forest land in Karnataka’s Sharavathi Valley Lion-Tailed Macaque Wildlife...

 July 12, 2025

Europe Accelerates River Barrier Removal Drive

Europe is rapidly removing river barriers to restore natural aquatic ecosystems. In 2024, twenty-three countries dismantled 542 barriers, the highest annual number since the effort began in 2020....

 July 12, 2025

Forest Land Diversion and Compensatory Afforestation Issues 2025

Recent government records reveal that over 8,500 hectares of forest land were approved for clearing in the first half of 2025. This clearance occurred despite a Supreme Court...

 July 12, 2025

Mediterranean Marine Heatwave Signals Climate Crisis

The Mediterranean Sea is experiencing an unprecedented marine heatwave in 2025. Temperatures are up to eight degrees Celsius above normal for this time of year. Scientists describe this...

 July 12, 2025

Heat Domes and Their Growing Impact on Climate

Heat domes have recently caused record-breaking temperatures across the eastern United States. This phenomenon has also affected Europe and China, disrupting daily life and agriculture. Heat domes are...

 July 11, 2025

Review of Eco-Sensitive Zone Guidelines Urged

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has recently called for a thorough review of the guidelines governing Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) around protected areas in...

 July 11, 2025

Africa’s Deadliest Climate Crisis – 2021-2025 Impact Analysis

Africa is enduring its worst climate crisis in over a decade. Between 2021 and 2025, the continent faced unprecedented weather, climate and water-related disasters. These events have caused...

 July 11, 2025

UNEP Report Warns of Heat and Pollution Risks

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) released its 2025 Frontiers report titled "The Weight of Time". It marks the rising dangers of extreme heat and legacy chemical pollution,...

 July 11, 2025

Kashmir Valley’s Ancient Subtropical Climate Revealed

Recent research by Indian scientists has uncovered that the Kashmir Valley, known for its cool Mediterranean climate, was once a warm, humid subtropical region. This discovery is based...

 July 11, 2025

Agra’s Transformation Into A Sustainable Green City

Agra, once burdened by a toxic landfill, has achieved a landmark transformation. The city’s municipal corporation, guided by the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) 2.0, has turned a former...

 July 11, 2025

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