Vulture Count 2024: WWF-India launches tracking initiative to take stock of nature’s ‘sanitation workers’ Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Context: WWF-India has launched an initiative focused on counting vultures and raising awareness about the critically endangered bird species. The initiative will run from September 7 to October 6, coinciding with International Vulture […]

    Dhib! As bad press from Bahraich threatens imperiled Indian wolf, the video brings hope for its Arabian cousin Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Indian Wolf (Canis lupus pallipes): Description: The Indian wolf is a subspecies of grey wolf found across Southwest Asia and the Indian subcontinent. It is intermediate in size between […]

    Centre’s Push for ‘2G Ethanol’: Boosting Production and Reducing Imports with Local Enzyme Manufacturing Sub: Env Sec: Suitable Development Why in News The Indian government’s recent BioE3 policy aims to enhance biotechnology-driven manufacturing within the country. A key aspect of this initiative includes setting up local enzyme-manufacturing facilities to support the production of […]

    Recommendations for Afforestation: Focus on Indigenous Species and Ban on Harmful Exotics Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Why in News The Forest Department’s recent advisory emphasizes enhancing green cover by promoting the planting of indigenous plant species and discontinuing the use of three exotic species deemed harmful. This move is part of […]

    Reviving the Northern Bald Ibis: Pioneering Conservation Efforts Restore Lost Migration Paths Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Why in News Conservationists have successfully increased the population of the once-extinct northern bald ibis in central Europe through innovative rewilding and breeding programs. This breakthrough not only signifies a major triumph in avian conservation […]

    Microplastic Pollution in Indian Personal Care Products: An Emerging Concern Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why  in News: A recent study revealed significant microplastic contamination in personal care products (PCPs) in India, raising concerns about environmental and health impacts. A study published in the Emerging Contaminants journal, led by Riya K. Alex from the […]

    Great Indian Bustard conservation efforts struggle as numbers dwindle to 2 in Karnataka Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Context: Despite efforts by the Karnataka government to protect the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) through the establishment of a sanctuary in Siruguppa, Ballari district, the bird’s population has declined from six to just two […]