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Israel-Lebanon Conflict Intensifies Environmental Damage in South Why in the News ? Lebanese authorities and residents have accused Israel’s military of deliberately triggering fires and damaging forests and agricultural land in southern Lebanon. The allegations come amid continuing tensions with Hezbollah, despite a relative lull in hostilities and a recent Israel-Lebanon understanding. Widespread Fires and …
Read MoreOdisha Probes Satkosia Village Relocation Amid Eviction Claims Why in the News ? The Odisha government has constituted a high-level committee to investigate the relocation of villages from the Satkosia Tiger Reserve following allegations of forced eviction. The inquiry will examine legal compliance, beneficiary selection, compensation, rehabilitation and possible administrative violations. Committee’s Mandate and Legal …
Read MoreNAMASTE Scheme Expansion Targets Safer Rural Sanitation Why in the News ? The Centre is considering expanding the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) from urban areas to rural India. The proposed expansion would cover additional sanitation workers and receive about ₹498.73 crore during 2026–27 to 2030–31. NAMASTE Scheme: Expansion and Key Features …
Read MoreIndia Needs A Coherent Strategy For Arctic Engagement Why in the News ? A Parliamentary Standing Committee report has highlighted the gap between India’s Arctic ambitions and capabilities. Despite an Arctic Policy since 2022, India lacks a coherent strategic narrative, adequate funding, dedicated polar infrastructure and coordinated institutional responsibility for addressing the region’s growing climate …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Ahead of COP30 in November 2025, Brazil has proposed forming a Global Climate Council under the UNFCCC to accelerate climate action. The move aims to simplify decision-making and improve coordination, though some developed nations have responded with cautious interest. Brazil’s Global Climate Proposal: Brazil has proposed the formation of a Global …
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