17Dec 2025

Kerala Leads India in Butterfly Diversity

Kerala Leads India In Butterfly Diversity Western Ghats Why in the News? A new ENTOMON monograph confirms that Kerala hosts India’s highest butterfly diversity within the Western Ghats, documenting 328 species, high endemism, migratory corridors, and extensive host-plant relationships, strengthening the State’s biodiversity conservation significance. This study underscores the importance of environmental impact assessments and …

India Launches National Red List Assessment Initiative

India 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 …

SC ORDERS HALT TO ILLEGAL MINING IN ARAVALI RANGE

Why in the news? The Supreme Court mandates a halt to illegal mining in Rajasthan’s Aravalli Range due to ecological concerns and potential climate impact. source:scribd About Judicial Directive: SC mandates cessation of illegal mining activities in Rajasthan’s Aravalli range. Justice Gavai questions actions against illegal mining and officials permitting such activities. Solicitor General Tushar …

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Kerala Leads India in Butterfly Diversity

India Launches National Red List Assessment Initiative

SC ORDERS HALT TO ILLEGAL MINING IN ARAVALI RANGE

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