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Climate Justice Beyond Major Emitters: Recognising the Responsibility of Super-Affluent Countries at COP31 Syllabus: GS – 2 – Climate Justice , Environmental Sustainability Focus : The editorial examines the unequal distribution of climate responsibility by highlighting the role of affluent lifestyles and consumption patterns in global warming. It argues for expanding climate accountability beyond major …
Read MoreTACKLING AIR POLLUTION REQUIRES SCIENCE-BASED PLAN, NOT JUST GRAP Why in the News? Delhi launched its Winter Action Plan on November 1 to tackle rising air pollution. Key measures include: Restrictions on entry of vehicles not complying with BS-IV emission standards. Implementation of the “No PUC, No Fuel” policy. Restrictions on construction activities. Despite these …
Read MorePartners for Multilateralism (P4M) Syllabus: GS – 2 – Multilateral Organizations and India’s Foreign Policy Focus : The editorial examines the launch of Partners for Multilateralism (P4M) amid the weakening of the existing global governance framework. It highlights the growing role of the Global South, the need for institutional reforms, public participation and ecological sustainability, …
Read MoreFROM CLIMATE TARGETS TO ENERGY JUSTICE Syllabus: GS-3: Climate Change Sustainable Development Why in the News? India’s climate policy debate is increasingly concerned with reconciling decarbonisation, energy access and developmental equity. The article argues that global climate negotiations overemphasise emissions targets and production while overlooking unequal energy consumption and national well-being. It calls for a …
Read MoreCOP31 AND THE FOSSIL-FUEL QUESTION: ELECTRIFICATION, CLIMATE FINANCE AND JUST TRANSITION Why in the News? COP31 will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9–20, 2026, with Türkiye hosting the conference and Australia serving as President of Negotiations under the Türkiye–Australia partnership. The central debate is whether COP31 should explicitly address a transition away from …
Read More🌱 Harit Mitra – NSS Universal School of Administration NSS Universal School of Administration proudly presents Harit Mitra, an initiative focused on environmental awareness, community participation and sustainable living. Through this initiative, NSS volunteers and students come together to promote a greener and healthier future by encouraging tree planting, nature conservation and environmental responsibility. The …
Read MoreSUBANSIRI UPPER HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT: DEVELOPMENT, FOREST DIVERSION AND ECOLOGICAL CONCERNS Why in the News? The Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) of the Environment Ministry has recommended environmental clearance for the 1,605 MW Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project (SUHEP) in Arunachal Pradesh. However, the final clearance will depend on Stage-I forest clearance, as the project involves diversion of …
Read MoreWESTERN GHATS ECO-SENSITIVE AREAS: KERALA’S DEMAND FOR A FOREST-FOCUSED ESA Why in the News? The Kerala government has urged the Centre to limit the Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) in its Western Ghats region to 8,590.69 sq. km of forest areas, excluding populated areas, farmlands and plantations. The State argues that its dense population, extensive forest …
Read MoreGanga 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: …
Read MoreBONN CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCE (SB64) Why in the News? India’s Intervention: India has called for urgent discussions on the shrinking climate finance pool and the widening adaptation finance gap at the SB64 climate talks in Bonn, Germany. Finance Demand: India urged greater focus on Paris Agreement obligations requiring developed countries to provide financial support to …
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