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India’s Urban Forests Face Threat Amid Urbanisation Why in the News ? The Supreme Court reprimanded Telangana for clearing parts of Kancha Gachibowli, a key urban forest, for industrial use. This sparked wider concerns about urban deforestation, prompting reflection on the ecological and legal significance of preserving green spaces in cities. About Ecological Role of …
Read MoreIndia’s Rising e-waste Syllabus GS 3: Environment Pollution and degradation Why in the News? India’s e-waste surged by over 151% in six years, prompting debate around the effectiveness of the new EPR floor price, which aims to curb informal recycling and protect the environment. Introduction India’s digital growth has led to a massive surge in …
Read MoreIndia Reports Growth in Green Cover Amid Concerns Why in the News ? At the UN Forum on Forests, India reported an increase in forest and tree cover to 25.17% of its geographical area. However, experts flagged methodological flaws, loss of unclassed forests, and rising forest degradation, questioning the credibility of the data. Key Highlights …
Read MoreMadhya Pradesh Bans Benefits for Stubble Burners Why in the News? Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister announced that farmers engaging in stubble burning will lose access to government benefits under the CM Kisan Kalyan Scheme and Minimum Support Price (MSP) from May 1, to curb rising environmental damage. Government’s New Measures Against Stubble Burning: Farmers …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A recent study by Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) and leading global universities highlights that India’s Heat Action Plans (HAPs) lack long-term strategies. Despite covering 23 states, gaps in implementation, coordination, and funding hinder effective heat resilience measures, raising concerns amid rising heat-related fatalities. Key Findings of the Study: The study …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3- Permafrost , cryosphere , environmental damage , Jammu and Kashmir region Focus : This article examines the emerging risks posed by the thawing of permafrost in the Kashmir Himalayas, highlighting its impact on infrastructure, hydrology, and environmental stability. It underscores the necessity for integrated monitoring, strategic infrastructure planning, and community preparedness …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India ranked second globally in nitrous oxide emissions, primarily from fertilizer usage, contributing 11% of man-made emissions in 2020. Rising N2O levels, 25% above pre-industrial levels, demand urgent action alongside carbon dioxide reduction for effective climate change mitigation. source:britanica Report Highlights: Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Emissions: N2O Significance: Third most significant greenhouse …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3- Heat wave in north India ,Climate change ,it’s impact and solutions Focus : The article focuses on the combined impact of climate change and rapid urbanization on the increasing temperatures in Indian cities, specifically through the urban heat island (UHI) effect. It emphasizes the need for tailored mitigation strategies at both local and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Bengaluru witnesses driest April in 41 years with zero rainfall, exacerbating water scarcity concerns and agricultural challenges. source:worldmap About the Driest April in 41 Years Hits Bengaluru Region: Bengaluru witnesses the driest April in 41 years, with zero rainfall recorded by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) observatory, a phenomenon last seen …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Indian Ocean warming trends raise concerns; projected marine heatwaves and coral bleaching threaten marine ecosystems, per study. source:TOI About the Warming Trends in the Indian Ocean: Indian Ocean temperature increased by 1.2°C from 1950 to 2020 and is projected to rise by 1.7 to 3.8°C by 2100. Rise in marine heatwaves …
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