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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.

Climatic Drivers of Extreme Heat Events in South Asia

In recent years, South Asia has faced unprecedented heatwaves. A study by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) marks various climatic drivers behind these extreme...

 April 15, 2025

Nigeria’s Community-Based Flood Forecasting for 2025

Nigeria faces flooding risks across 30 of its 36 states. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) released a forecast urging community-based flood forecasting. This strategy aims to enhance...

 April 15, 2025

Supreme Court Reviews Telangana Tree Cutting Controversy

On April 16, 2025, the Supreme Court of India will address the urgent matter of tree removal near the University of Hyderabad. This follows a suo motu cognisance...

 April 15, 2025

New Species of Scarab Beetles Discovered in India

Recent research from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Germany’s Museum A. Koenig has revealed six new species of Sericinae scarab beetles. This discovery marks the rich...

 April 14, 2025

Discovery of New Damselfly Species in Wayanad

A new damselfly species named Euphaea wayanadensis was discovered in the Wayanad landscape of the Western Ghats. This finding was published in the March edition of the journal...

 April 14, 2025

Mugger Crocodile Population Studies in Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is actively studying mugger crocodiles in the Cauvery delta. This initiative aims to map their population and address human-crocodile conflicts. Recent findings indicate...

 April 14, 2025

Myanmar Earthquake Update (April 2025)

On April 13, 2025, a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck near Meiktila, Myanmar. This event followed a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake on March 28, which resulted in casualties and...

 April 14, 2025

Agrivoltaics

The recent visit of the Parliamentary Committee on Estimates to the Sunmaster Agrivoltaics Plant in Issapur, Najafgarh, Delhi, marks step in promoting agrivoltaics technology in India. Organised by...

 April 12, 2025

Microplastics Absorbed by Plants

Recent studies have revealed that plants can absorb microplastics and nanoplastics directly from the air. This process raises concerns regarding environmental health and food safety. The study published...

 April 12, 2025

Bommayapalayam Canyon

The Bommayapalayam Canyon, located near Puducherry, is geological formation. Recently, the Tamil Nadu government declared it a geo-heritage site. This decision aims to protect the canyon and enhance...

 April 11, 2025

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