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Neeli Jheel May Become Delhi’s First Ramsar Site Why in the News? The Delhi government has initiated discussions with the Centre to notify Neeli Jheel, located inside Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, as the Capital’s first Ramsar site, highlighting renewed focus on wetland conservation and water body revival. This move underscores the importance of environmental impact …
Read MoreIndia Adds Two Wetlands to Ramsar Network Why in the News ? Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced the inclusion of Patna Bird Sanctuary and Chhari-Dhand in India’s Ramsar network, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the move, highlighting India’s growing commitment to wetland conservation and biodiversity protection. Government Announcement and Political Significance: The Union …
Read MoreCONSERVING WETLANDS FOR NATURE AND SOCIETY Syllabus: GS-1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources Water Resources Conservation of Resources GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Conservation Environmental Pollution & Degradation WHY IN THE NEWS ? India marked World Wetlands Day amid rapid expansion of its Ramsar network and renewed global leadership at Ramsar COP15 in 2025. …
Read MoreSolid Waste Management Rules 2026 Emphasise Circular Economy Why in the News ? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, effective from 1 April, strengthening waste segregation, extended producer responsibility, and polluter pays enforcement to improve urban sanitation and sustainable waste management. These rules aim to …
Read MoreHIGH SEAS TREATY AND GLOBAL OCEAN GOVERNANCE Why in the News? Treaty in force: The High Seas Treaty has officially entered into force after ratification by 60 countries. Global coverage: It governs nearly half of Earth’s surface, covering oceans beyond national jurisdictions. Broad support: Ratifications now include major maritime powers like China and Japan. KEY …
Read MoreDUGONG CONSERVATION CENTRE AND COASTAL REGULATION ISSUES Why in the News? Union Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) asked Tamil Nadu government to revise the International Dugong Conservation Centre Environmental clearance concerns raised due to construction in ecologically sensitive coastal areas. Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) violations flagged in the proposed project design. EAC OBSERVATIONS AND KEY CONCERNS …
Read MoreWhy Phasing Out Fossil Fuels Remains Elusive Syllabus: GS-2: Issues Relating to Development, Growth & Development, Renewable Energy, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? The global debate on phasing out fossil fuels resurfaced after COP30 negotiations, where explicit phase-out commitments were avoided despite reaffirming the Paris Agreement goals. Divergences between developed and developing …
Read MoreSecondary Aerosols Deepen Delhi’s PM2.5 Crisis Why in the News? A recent Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA analysis) reveals that nearly one-third of Delhi’s annual PM2.5 load comes from secondary aerosols, especially ammonium sulfate, highlighting the role of coal-based SO₂ emissions, atmospheric chemistry, and regional pollution in worsening winter smog. This …
Read MoreTHE URBAN FUTURE WITH CITIES AS DYNAMIC ECOSYSTEMS Why in the News? Urban development debates increasingly highlight that infrastructure-led growth alone is insufficient to create livable cities. Policy focus is shifting from hardware (roads, buildings, smart systems) to human-centric urban planning, including considerations for environmental impact assessments. Experts point to a growing disconnect between planned …
Read MoreRhino Dehorning Emerges As Effective Anti-Poaching Tool Why in the News? A recent Science journal study shows that rhino dehorning in African reserves led to a sharp decline in poaching, highlighting its effectiveness as a cost-efficient conservation strategy amid persistent illegal wildlife trade pressures. This approach aligns with the principles of environmental democracy and sustainable …
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