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Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Wetland Site Officially Why in the News ? Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site, becoming the State’s first wetland of international importance. The recognition strengthens wetland conservation, biodiversity protection, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods in the Eastern Himalayas, aligning with sustainable business …
Read MoreSouthwest France Wildfire Triggers Mass Evacuations Amid Severe Heatwaves Why in the News ? A massive wildfire in southwest France has forced the evacuation of over 20,000 residents and tourists after burning around 3,400 hectares of forest near Bordeaux. The incident highlights the increasing frequency of climate-induced wildfires and the importance of international disaster response …
Read MoreWhite-Bellied Heron Faces Threat From Lohit Hydropower Project Today Why in the News ? India’s White-bellied Heron, one of the world’s rarest birds, faces a serious threat from a proposed 1,200-MW hydropower project in the Lohit River Basin, Arunachal Pradesh. Conservationists have raised concerns that the project’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) failed to adequately consider …
Read MoreCENTRE BANS PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE HERBICIDE Why in the News? Regulatory Action: The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has notified a nationwide ban on Paraquat Dichloride, a widely used herbicide associated with thousands of deaths due to suicide, accidental poisoning, and homicide. Public Health Measure: The decision follows similar bans by several States, including …
Read MoreDELHI HC QUESTIONS CONSTITUTION OF STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL BOARD FOR WILDLIFE Why in the News? High Court Hearing: The Delhi High Court questioned the Centre over the constitution of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) while hearing a PIL alleging violation of statutory provisions. Key Concern: Petitioners alleged that the …
Read MoreDELHI ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) POLICY 2.0 Why in the News? Policy Implemented: Delhi EV Policy 2.0 came into effect from 1 July 2026, replacing the earlier 2020 policy. New Subsidy Process: EV owners must now apply online for subsidies within 30 days of vehicle registration through a dedicated government portal. Long-term Roadmap: The policy aims …
Read MoreHUMAN CONTRIBUTION TO GLOBAL WARMING HIGHEST EVER IN 2025 Why in the News? IGCC Findings: The Indicators of Global Climate Change (IGCC) 2025 report stated that human contribution to global warming reached a record 1.37°C above pre-industrial levels. Third Warmest Year: Global temperatures in 2025 were 1.39°C higher than the 1850–1900 baseline, making it the …
Read MoreSupreme Court Pushes Stronger Protection For Chambal Forest Guards Why in News ? The Supreme Court directed Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan to consider granting prosecution immunity to forest guards fighting illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary. The Court also issued strict directions to strengthen surveillance and environmental protection measures, emphasizing …
Read MoreCentre Revamps Forest Rights Implementation Mechanism Why in the News ? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has decided to restructure Forest Rights Act (FRA) Cells by creating unified Project Monitoring Units (PMUs) at State and district levels, prompting confusion among States that had already established dedicated FRA cells for implementation in coordination with the Forest …
Read MoreNeeli Jheel May Become Delhi’s First Ramsar Site Why in the News? The Delhi government has initiated discussions with the Centre to notify Neeli Jheel, located inside Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, as the Capital’s first Ramsar site, highlighting renewed focus on wetland conservation and water body revival. This move underscores the importance of environmental impact …
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