Improving Delhi’s Air Quality: Challenges and Actions of the CAQM Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why in News Delhi’s air quality has been at dangerous levels for much of the last two weeks, raising concerns among citizens and environmental bodies. The Supreme Court recently criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) for not effectively managing […]

    Why the world needs a global plastic treaty Sub : Env Sec: Int Convention Context: In 2022, the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) agreed to negotiate a legally binding global treaty aimed at tackling plastic pollution, including marine pollution. Representatives from more than 170 countries are set to meet in Busan, Republic of […]

    Finance deadlock pushes COP29 to the brink of failure Sub: Env Sec : Int convention Context: COP29 Finalizes the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance, replacing the $100 billion per year target under the Paris Agreement. Progress: The proposed NCQG increased from $250 billion to $300 billion annually (by 2035). Developing […]

    Exponential Rise in Peafowl Population in Tamil Nadu Sub : Env Sec: Species in news Why in News Recent research by the Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), Coimbatore, has revealed a significant increase in the peafowl population in Tamil Nadu. This growth has raised concerns among farmers due to […]

    Is Delhi Becoming an Uninhabitable City? Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why in News Delhi’s air pollution has become a critical concern, with severe health implications for its residents. The alarming pollution levels, especially during winter and the impact of extreme weather, raise questions about Delhi’s liveability. These issues disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, making […]

    Curbs imposed on temple jathra in Bandipur Sub : Env Sec: Protected Areas Context: The annual jathra of Beladakuppe Sri Mahadeshwaraswamy Temple, located in the core area of Bandipur Tiger Reserve, will face several restrictions this year to minimize the impact on the wildlife habitat. Measures Imposed by the Forest Department: Transportation: Private […]

    Should you buy an air purifier? Here’s what top pulmonologists in Delhi say Sub : Env Sec : Pollution Can Air Purifiers Help When AQI Levels Exceed 400? How Air Purifiers Work: Air purifiers improve indoor air quality by filtering out pollutants, allergens, and harmful particles. They use various technologies to remove contaminants […]