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Why in the News? Meghalaya’s FED: Urged the Centre to declare sacred groves as community reserves to combat climate change. Legal Recognition: This move would offer protection, financial aid, and promote sustainability. Significance of Sacred Groves Ecological Role: Act as carbon sinks, regulate climate, and preserve biodiversity by safeguarding endangered species. Groundwater Levels: Aid in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Baltic Sea’s strategic importance is growing amidst geopolitical tensions, including suspected sabotage of undersea cables. Swedish officials highlight its security risks, emphasizing its vital role in European commerce and security, making it a high-risk zone. Overview of the Baltic Sea: Geography: The Baltic Sea is a semi-enclosed inland sea in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court stressed the importance of pollution-free environments, directing the Delhi government to decide on a year-round firecracker ban by November 25, 2024, after violations during Diwali. Highlights of the Court’s Observations on Pollution: The Supreme Court emphasised that no religion encourages activities leading to pollution. The right to live …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Delhi’s Environment Minister Gopal Rai launched the “Advanced Green War Room” to monitor air pollution in Delhi round-the-clock. The war room will implement the seven-point winter action plan to combat pollution. Key Features and Monitoring Tools: The war room will use drone monitoring, real-time source apportionment, and satellite data to track …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Delhi government launched a comprehensive 21-point Winter Action Plan to address severe air pollution during winter months, focusing on real-time monitoring, emergency measures, and public involvement. Winter Action Plan: Key Measures: The Delhi government launched a 21-point Winter Action Plan to tackle air pollution, focusing on real-time monitoring, public participation, and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Ministry of Environment organised a dialogue on the Montreal Protocol to highlight India’s success in ozone layer protection and advance climate action ahead of the 30th World Ozone Day. Event Overview: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change hosted a dialogue titled “Montreal Protocol: Advancing Climate Action” ahead of …
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