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MP plans new home for cheetahs, relocate leopards Sub: Env Sec :Protected Area Context: Madhya Pradesh’s plan for cheetah conservation at Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, part of the “Cheetah Action Plan. Details: Location: Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary (straddling Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan) will host cheetahs and boost conservation efforts. Action Plan: 6-8 cheetahs […]
Indonesia’s Mining Boom Sub: Geo Sec: Eco geo Why in News Indonesia is witnessing a mining boom due to the global demand for critical minerals such as nickel, cobalt, and bauxite, essential for the energy transition and industries like electric vehicle manufacturing. However, this rapid expansion has led to severe environmental degradation and […]
Search for Extraterrestrial Life Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The search for extraterrestrial life has gained momentum with advanced scientific techniques and tools. Astrobiologists are expanding their understanding of alien life forms, focusing on unconventional methods such as analysing mineral signatures and exploring non-carbon-based life possibilities. Methods of Detecting Extraterrestrial […]
Formulate Policy for Sacred Groves: Supreme Court Directs Government Sub: Env Sec: Biodiversity Why in News The Supreme Court of India has directed the Union Environment Ministry to develop a comprehensive policy for the management and conservation of sacred groves across the country. About Sacred Groves: Sacred groves are patches of natural vegetation […]
Selection of the Next NHRC Chief Sub: Polity Sec: National body Why in News The high-power committee, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, convened to select the next Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). The Leaders of the Opposition recommended Justice K.M. Joseph, a retired Supreme Court judge, as a candidate […]
Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India Sub :Env Sec: Species in news Context: A healthy male Ganges river dolphin from the Kulsi River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, was tagged for the first time under Project Dolphin. Details: This initiative, led by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate […]
Climate change and biodiversity loss are connected: Key takeaways from NEXUS report Sub: Env Sec: Int convention Context: A first-of-its-kind IPBES (Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services) Nexus report emphasizes the interconnectedness of five major challenges: climate change, biodiversity loss, food insecurity, water scarcity, and health risks. Addressing these challenges in […]
Daily Prelims Notes 19 December 2024 Table Of Contents Climate change and biodiversity loss are connected: Key takeaways from NEXUS report Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India Selection of the Next NHRC Chief Formulate Policy for Sacred Groves: Supreme Court Directs Government Search for Extraterrestrial Life Indonesia’s Mining Boom […]
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News Cyclone Chido, a category 4 storm, struck Mayotte, a French overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, causing unprecedented destruction and leaving hundreds feared dead. About Cyclone Chido: Category: 4 on the Saffir-Simpson scale, indicating wind speeds exceeding 220 km/h (136 mph). Impact […]
India’s Treatment of Rohingya Refugees Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Why in News A recent report by The Azadi Project and Refugees International highlights severe violations of human and constitutional rights faced by Rohingya refugees detained in India. It underscores India’s failure to adhere to its international human rights obligations. Key Findings […]