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Armenia Joins IUCN to Boost Global Conservation Efforts Why in the News? Armenia has officially become the newest State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), announced during the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing its commitment to biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and preparation to host CBD COP17 in 2026. …
Read MoreIndian Coast Guard Conducts 10th Pollution Response Exercise Why in the News? The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will conduct the 10th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) off the Chennai coast to evaluate India’s preparedness against marine oil spills and strengthen inter-agency coordination in marine environmental protection and disaster response. This exercise aligns with the …
Read MoreSC Empowers Pollution Boards for Environmental Damages Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has affirmed the power of Pollution Control Boards to impose restitutionary and compensatory damages under the Air and Water Acts, enabling them to protect and restore polluted ecosystems through financial penalties and regulatory actions. This ruling comes at a time …
Read MoreSupreme Court Flags Ecological Crisis in Himachal Pradesh Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the escalating environmental crisis in Himachal Pradesh, blaming unscientific construction, tourism pressure, and human apathy for landslides, floods, and ecological damage. It warned of severe consequences without urgent sustainable development measures and a …
Read MoreHow India’s FTAs May Impact Farm Trade and Tiger Conservation Why in the News? India is negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the US, UK, and EU, which may lead to tariff cuts and increased market access for foreign agricultural products, potentially reshaping India’s agricultural export-import dynamics and trade surplus. This could have implications for …
Read MoreSC Panel Recommends Reforms in Tiger Reserves Why in the News? A Supreme Court-appointed expert panel, also known as the Central Empowered Committee, has recommended a ban on night tourism, stricter safari regulations, and armed protection for forest staff to safeguard India’s tiger reserves. These recommendations come in the wake of environmental violations in the …
Read MoreCentre Drafts New Law for Property Registration Why in the News ? The Ministry of Rural Development has released the draft Registration Bill, 2025, inviting public feedback. The Bill aims to replace the 117-year-old Registration Act, 1908, by promoting digital registration, transparency, and ease for citizens and businesses. Need for a New Registration Law: The …
Read MoreSikkim Seeks Ban on Mt Khangchendzonga Ascent Why in the News ? Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang has written to Home Minister Amit Shah, objecting to the recent ascent of Mt Khangchendzonga from the Nepal side by a mountaineering team. He urged the Centre to diplomatically ensure the sacred peak is respected and not …
Read MoreSupreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances Why in the News? The Supreme Court recently invalidated the Centre’s 2017 notification and 2021 SOP allowing post-facto environmental clearances for projects that began without prior approval, citing violation of constitutional rights and environmental laws. Background on Centre’s Notification and SOP In 2017, MoEFCC allowed a one-time, six-month …
Read MoreWhy in News? The Lok Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024, replacing the 1925 Act to modernize maritime regulations. The Bill simplifies laws, aligns with international standards, and promotes ease of doing business in shipping. About the Purpose and Key Features of the Bill: Lok Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods …
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