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SC Environmental Law: Key Decisions & Impact

SC HAS NURTURED ENVIRONMENTAL LAW. DO ITS DECISIONS LOOK DISTANT TODAY? Syllabus: GS-3: Conservation Environmental pollution and degradation Why in the News? The debate over the Supreme Court’s environmental jurisprudence has acquired renewed significance amid growing conflicts between environmental protection and infrastructure-led development. The Court has historically developed landmark principles such as absolute liability, polluter …

12Aug 2026

Ganga Floodplain Rules Shift Toward Regulated Construction

Ganga Floodplain Rules Shift Toward Regulated Construction Why in the News ? The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has amended the 2016 Ganga protection framework, removing the blanket construction-free zone provision. Construction may now be permitted in certain floodplain areas facing moderate or rare flooding, subject to regulatory clearances. New Rules for Ganga Floodplains: …

28Jul 2026

World Nature Conservation Day: Protect Nature

World Nature Conservation Day Promotes Sustainable Environmental Protection Globally Why in the News ? World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on 28 July to raise awareness about the conservation of natural resources, protection of biodiversity, and promotion of sustainable development. The day highlights the urgent need to address climate change, ecosystem degradation, and environmental …

08Jun 2026

Surha Tal Becomes India’s 100th Ramsar Site

Surha Tal Becomes India’s 100th Ramsar Site India has reached an important milestone in wetland conservation with Surha Tal, officially known as Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary, being designated as the country’s 100th Ramsar Site. It is located in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh and received the recognition on 5 June 2026, coinciding with World …

01Jun 2026

Aravallis Shield Gangetic Plains from Desert Dust

Aravallis Shield Gangetic Plains from Desert Dust Why in News ? Recent dust storms across Rajasthan have highlighted the crucial role of the Aravalli Range in preventing dust from the Thar Desert from reaching the densely populated Indo-Gangetic Plains. Experts warn that degradation of the range is weakening this natural protective barrier, raising concerns about …

01Jun 2026

Khet Bachao Abhiyan Promotes Sustainable Farming

Khet Bachao Abhiyan to Promote Sustainable Farming Why in the News ? The Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan from Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, to encourage the balanced use of fertilisers, improve farmer awareness, ensure effective delivery of agricultural schemes across villages, and promote a pollution …

23May 2026

Odisha Marine Bill for Blue Economy

Odisha Marine Bill Promotes Sustainable Blue Economy Growth Why in News ? The Odisha Cabinet has approved the proposed Odisha Marine Fishing Regulation Bill, 2026, aimed at modernising marine fisheries governance, strengthening coastal security, promoting sustainable fishing, and boosting the State’s blue economy potential through comprehensive environmental clearance mechanisms. Key Features of the Proposed Marine …

05Jan 2026

PHOTO TOURISM DRIVES RAREST GALAXY FROGS TOWARDS EXTINCTION

In recent years, the intersection of tourism and environmental conservation has become increasingly complex, often requiring careful consideration of environmental clearances and impact assessments. This issue has come to the forefront with alarming news about the galaxy frog in India’s Western Ghats. Why in the News? Alarming study: A scientific study reports that seven galaxy …

18Dec 2025

Supreme Court Shields Fragile Aravalli Range

Supreme 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 …

17Dec 2025

New Ramsar Sites in India: Silisari Lake & Kopra Jalashaya

New Ramsar Sites in India: Silisari Lake & Kopra Jalashaya (Relevant for UPSC & State PSC Examinations) India has recently added two new wetlands to its list of Ramsar sites, reinforcing its commitment to environmental conservation. The first Ramsar site from Chhattisgarh, Kopra Jalashaya, has been included, while Silisari Lake has been designated from Rajasthan. …

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