LiFE-Lifestyle for Environment Movement.

7June 2022. Introduction: Global initiative “Lifestyle for Environment Movement” was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of “World Environment Day” on June 5, 2022. Highlights During the launch of initiative, PM noted that, challenges on earth are well-known to all. Thus, there is a need of human-centric, collective efforts and robust action […]

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World Environment Day 2022

5June 2022. Introduction: The World Environment Day 2022 was observed on June 5. It is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). World Environment Day : The World Environment Day is celebrated raise awareness on degrading environmental conditions as well as to encourage people worldwide to take positive environmental actions in order to help in creating a […]

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Mandatory Eco-sensitive Zone (ESZ)

6June 2022. Introduction: Recently, the Apex Court directed that every protected forest, national park and wildlife sanctuary across India should have a mandatory eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of minimum 1 km, starting from demarcated boundaries. Highlights This direction came from a three-judge Bench comprising of Justices L. Nageswara Rao, Aniruddha Bose and B.R. Gavai. It highlighted how India’s […]

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Stockholm+50 Conference –Highlights.

6 June 2022. Introduction: On June 4, 2022, the Scientists, researchers and activists from across the world gathered in Stockholm. They were expected to issue a strong resolution for to phase out fossil fuels as well as to support developing nations in their transition to clean energy. Highlights: This conference, was held to commemorate 50 […]

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Painted Leopard Gecko.

4June 2022. Introduction; A new colourful species of leopard named “Eublepharis pictus” was recently identified by researchers. The species is also known as Painted Leopard Gecko. Highlights: Painted Leopard Gecko differs from all members of the genus Eublepharis except for E hardwickii. Eublepharis is a genus of terrestrial geckos, which is native to eastern and southwestern […]

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Recognition of community forest resource (CFR) rights inside Kanger Ghati National Park

30 May 2022. Introduction: The Chhattisgarh government recognized the community forest resource (CFR) rights of the Gudiyapadar hamlet located inside the Kanger Ghati National Park. Highlights: Recognition of CFR rights gives the community power to formulate rules for forest use.  This is the first time that Chhattisgarh recognized the CFR rights inside a national park. […]

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