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Ganga Basin Project Targets Sandbar-Nesting Bird Conservation Why in the News? The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has approved a first-of-its-kind avifauna conservation project to protect sandbar-nesting birds, including the endangered Indian Skimmer, strengthening biodiversity conservation efforts under Namami Gange Mission–2. This initiative aligns with the broader goal of creating a pollution free environment …
Read MoreUN Report Flags Shortfall in Global Emission Cuts Why in the News? A new United Nations synthesis report ahead of COP30 in Belem, Brazil, warns that countries are set to reduce emissions by only 17% by 2035, far short of the targets needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C or 2°C. This shortfall emphasizes the …
Read MoreLahore Tops Global Pollution Chart with AQI 424 Why in News? Lahore, Pakistan, recorded an alarming Air Quality Index (AQI) of 424, making it the most polluted city in the world, according to IQAir data. The city’s PM2.5 concentration reached hazardous levels, while Karachi also ranked among the top 10 globally. This situation calls for …
Read MoreIndia Launches First Vulture Conservation Portal in Assam: A Step Towards Social Justice and Reservation in India Why in the News ? An Assam-based foundation, in collaboration with Gauhati University, has launched India’s first vulture conservation portal to build a nationwide network of conservationists, researchers, and communities. This initiative aims to raise awareness and strengthen …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Naini Lake in Nainital, Uttarakhand, has recorded its lowest water level in five years due to declining rainfall, reduced snowfall, encroachments, pollution, and unplanned construction, raising concerns about water scarcity and the lake’s ecological health. Current Situation and Causes of Declining Water Levels: Naini Lake, a key attraction in Nainital, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court directed an emergency meeting of the Upper Yamuna River Board on June 5 to address Delhi’s severe water shortage due to extreme heat and increased demand. The Delhi government highlighted that water levels at Wazirabad need to be maintained and requested Haryana’s cooperation, as the city faces frequent …
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