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Why in the news? The Union Environment Ministry launched the Aravalli Green Wall Project to green a 5 km buffer zone around the Aravalli Hills, addressing desertification, land degradation, and ecological challenges across Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Delhi. Scope and Overview: The Aravalli Green Wall Project aims to establish a 5 km green buffer around …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has seen 25+ lakh applications for rooftop solar installations. However, only 24% have been converted to actual installations due to a complex process involving multiple steps and approvals. Current Progress and Challenges: According to data submitted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A new Fisheries Management Plan was signed for the 2000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project in Assam, enhancing environmental sustainability efforts alongside its hydropower generation. source:wordpress About the Subansiri Lower Hydro Electric Project (SLHEP): A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was recently signed to implement a Fisheries Management Plan at the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Himachal Pradesh’s Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park is set to become India’s first zoo certified by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for sustainable, eco-friendly infrastructure, promoting eco-tourism and conservation. About Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park in Himachal Pradesh: Himachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister announced that Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park, located in Kangra’s Dehra …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The new rules enhance biodiversity management, reinforce the National Biodiversity Authority’s role, and mandate pre-IPR approvals, aiming to strengthen conservation and regulate bio-resource use in India. About Biological Diversity Rules, 2024: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change recently introduced the Biological Diversity Rules, 2024, under the Biological Diversity Act …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh introduced India’s revised NBSAP, focusing on ecosystem restoration, community conservation, and sustainable management, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 and promote ecological harmony. About the Launch of India’s Updated Biodiversity Strategy: Minister of State for Environment, Kirti Vardhan Singh, unveiled India’s updated National Biodiversity Strategy and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0 struggles to clear legacy landfill sites, with only 38% of waste remediated and ongoing challenges in waste management and planning. Status of Landfill Clearance: The Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Urban 2.0 launched in 2021 aims to clear 2,400 legacy landfill sites by 2025-2026. Only 38% …
Read MoreSwachhata Hi Seva 2024, from 17th September (PM Modi’s Birthday) to 2nd October (Gandhi Jayanti), is a nationwide mega cleanliness campaign aimed at bringing together citizens, government sectors, and various industries to keep our nation clean. The initiative focuses on key areas such as tourist spots, public buildings, water bodies, and community spaces. Driven by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s first Pollution Control Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard making a massive contribution to Atma Nirbhar Bharat was launched by Goa Shipyard Limited inaugurated by Samudra Pratap. source:lotusarise About the Launch of Samudra Pratap: The indigenous Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) , Christened as ‘Samudra …
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