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IS THE GREAT NICOBAR PROJECT A STRATEGIC ASSET OR A LIABILITY? Why in the News? The ₹72,000-crore Great Nicobar project has come under scrutiny following the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) observations and ongoing environmental concerns regarding environmental clearances. The project proposes the construction of: ○ an international transhipment port, ○ a greenfield international airport, and …
Read MoreINDIA’S BIG CAT CONSERVATION INITIATIVES Why in the News? Special Events: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change will organise nationwide programmes on big cat conservation ahead of the IBCA Summit 2026. Conservation Focus: The events will highlight India’s achievements in conserving Tiger, Asiatic Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, and Cheetah populations under the Forest Conservation …
Read MoreBIRDS CENSUS IN YAMUNA FLOODPLAINS Why in the News? Annual exercise: The Asian Waterbird Count (AWC) will begin from the Yamuna floodplains in New Delhi from Saturday, an event that underscores the importance of environmental impact assessments in urban wetland management. Expanded coverage: This year’s survey will cover multiple wetland sites across Delhi-NCR, unlike earlier …
Read MoreSupreme Court Moves To Protect Fragile Aravalli Range Why in the News? The Supreme Court has approved a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills, paused fresh mining leases, and endorsed key recommendations of the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to curb ecological degradation and prevent desertification of the Indo-Gangetic plains. This decision reflects the Court’s commitment …
Read MoreKhangchendzonga National Park Earns IUCN ‘Good’ Rating, Showcasing Sustainable Forest Management Why in the News ? The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has rated Khangchendzonga National Park as “Good” in its latest global review of natural World Heritage Sites. It is the only Indian site to receive a positive status, unlike the Western …
Read MoreIndia Launches National Red List Assessment Initiative Why in the News? India has launched its first National Red List Assessment to evaluate the extinction risks of nearly 11,000 species of plants and animals by 2030, aligning with IUCN global standards under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF). This initiative aims to strengthen conservation planning and …
Read MoreIndia’s Expanding Wildlife Blueprint for Climate Resilience Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 : Government Policies & Interventions GS Paper – 3 : Conservation Why in the News? In the context of a shifting multipolar west and evolving international relations, India’s strategic autonomy in conservation has positioned the country as a global leader in biodiversity protection. …
Read MoreNational Mission to Reverse India’s Declining Camel Population Why in the News ? The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has proposed a National Camel Sustainability Initiative (NCSI) to reverse the sharp decline in India’s camel population, particularly in Rajasthan and Gujarat, aiming to balance conservation, livelihoods, and ecological sustainability. This initiative could potentially …
Read MoreForest Clearance for Sarangapani Mining Project in Karnataka – Key Update 📅 What Happened? On June 9, 2025, the Karnataka Forest Department (KFD) granted Stage I forest clearance for the Sarangapani Iron and Manganese Ore Mine project in Chikkanayakanahalli Taluk, Tumakuru district. This mining area proposal, put forward by Mineral Enterprises Private Limited, seeks the …
Read MoreUrban Biodiversity Under Threat: Preserving Green Spaces for Sustainable Cities Syllabus GS 3: Environment Why in the News? International Day for Biological Diversity, observed on May 22, 2025, focuses on “Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development,” highlighting the urgent need to protect urban biodiversity and urban green spaces amid rapid urbanization. Introduction Biodiversity is essential …
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