Impact of Air Pollution on India’s Solar Power Generation Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why in News A study conducted by researchers at IIT Delhi, published in Environmental Research Letters, highlights the adverse effects of air pollution and climate change on India’s solar power generation capacity. Details: India is the fifth-largest producer of solar […]
Madhav National Park & Tiger Reserves in India Sub: Env Sec: Protected Areas in news Location of Madhav National Park & Its Tiger Population Madhav National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh. It was declared the 58th tiger reserve in India on March 9. Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of tiger reserves […]
Uniyala keralensis: A Newly Identified Plant Species Sub : Env Sec: Species in news Context: A dense shrub with light purple flowers found in the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram district has been confirmed as a distinct species of the genus Uniyala. Researchers have named the new species, which is endemic to […]
Deep-Sea Creatures Rising to the Surface: A Warning from the Ocean? Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Why in News In recent months, there has been an alarming increase in sightings of deep-sea creatures near the ocean’s surface. Species like the anglerfish and the oarfish, which typically inhabit extreme depths, have been appearing […]
Mycelium Bricks: A Sustainable Alternative for Climate-Resilient Construction Sub : Env Sec: Sustainable dev Why in News The construction industry is actively exploring eco-friendly alternatives to reduce its carbon footprint. Mycelium bricks have emerged as a promising solution due to their biodegradable, fire-resistant, and insulative properties, presenting an innovative step toward sustainable construction. […]
Decline of Butterfly Population in the US Sub : Env Sec: Species Context: A new study highlights the alarming decline of butterfly populations in the United States. The study found that butterfly numbers have fallen by 22% since 2000 due to multiple environmental factors. Findings were published in Science under the title “Rapid […]
India launches multi-nation alliance for collaboration on sustainable development Sub : Env Sec : Int conventions Context: India launched the Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3), a multi-nation alliance aimed at fostering city-to-city collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and private sector partnerships for sustainable urban development at the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum. This initiative […]
First Estimate of Gangetic Dolphins in India Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Context: The first-ever estimate of Gangetic dolphins, India’s only riverine dolphins, recorded 6,327 individuals in the Ganga and its tributaries. The study was conducted between 2021 and 2025, covering a cumulative distance of 8,507 km. The maximum number of dolphins […]
Olive Ridley Turtle Population in India: Trends and Challenges Sub : Env Sec :Species in news Context: A 16-year-long assessment (2008-2024) indicates that the Olive Ridley turtle population in India is “steady or growing.” Rising sand temperatures due to climate change are causing a higher proportion of female hatchlings, raising concerns about long-term […]
Deep-Sea Hydrocarbon Exploration in the Gulf of Mannar Sub :Env Sec :Protected Areas Why in News The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has included a 9,990.96 sq km deep-sea region in the Gulf of Mannar in its latest hydrocarbon exploration tender. This inclusion is part of the 10th round of the Open […]