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The environment in which we live can be considered as having three fundamental sets of components: Physical –(Energy of one form or another. Chemical –(substances whether natural or man-made) Biological –(Living Things) Physical: Increasing extremes of temperature, as a result of climatic change, could result in increased mortality even in temperate climates. Electromagnetic radiation and […]
Read More22 June 2021. Introduction: Odisha has become the only state in India to have all the three species of crocodiles. Highlights: Three species in the state of Odisha are: Reptile freshwater Gharials at Satkosia in Mahanadi, Muggers Saltwater crocodiles. Odisha has witnessed natural nesting of Gharials (a critically endangered species) for the first time since […]
Read More24 June 2021. Introduction: Colombia accounts for 20% of all known species. As per recent study it is home to world’s largest variety of butterflies. Highlights: International team of scientists classified 3,642 species and 2,085 subspecies. They registered the species in document titled “Checklist of Colombian Butterflies.” About 200 butterfly species are found in Colombia. […]
Read More22 June 2021. Introduction: It has been recommended by UN Committee to add Great Barrier Reef to the list of “in danger” World Heritage Sites. However, this recommendation is opposed by Australia which is blaming political interference. Highlights: Recommendation was made by (UNESCO) committee. According to the committee, world’s biggest coral reef system should be added […]
Read More19 June 2021. Introduction: Oil spill from Haldia-bound Portuguese flag container ship keeps the Indian Coast Guard on the vigil. Highlights: Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre, Colombo notified about mid-sea oil spill about 450 kms South East of Chennai. Portuguese flag Container ship MV Devon developed an underwater crack in fuel tank on passage from Colombo […]
Read More19 June 2021. Introduction: According to a study conducted to project different greenhouse gas scenario, Sea-level will rise around Lakshadweep Islands by 0.4 mm/year to 0.9 mm/year. Highlights: As per the study, all the islands in archipelago would be vulnerable to impact of sea-level rise. Smaller islands Chetlat and Amini are expected to have major […]
Read More18 June 2021. Introduction: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought was observed on June 17, 2021 to raise awareness on land degradation, desertification and drought. Theme of the day for year 2021 was” Restoration, Land, Recovery”. Highlights This day is an opportunity to remind people about land degradation neutrality which can be achieved through […]
Read More18 June 2021. Introduction: Citizens and Environmentalists are voicing their concern for the proposal to clear over 6,000 trees in Singanayakanahalli to construct a lake under Hebbal-Nagawara Valley Project by Minor Irrigation Department in Karnataka. Highlights: Forest Department, in a recent notification, proposed to chop 6,316 trees to develop Singanayakanahalli lake, Yelahanka hobli, because they […]
Read More18 June 2021. Introduction: A new species named “Stygarctus Keralensis” has been identified in Kerala. This tiny & tough species of Tardigrades has been named after Kerala.’’ What are Tardigrades? Tardigrades are small specie which are commonly called as ‘water bears’ and ‘moss piglets’. They are so tiny that require high-end microscopes to study them. […]
Read More18 June 2021. Introduction: Union Cabinet has approved ‘Deep Ocean Mission’ proposed by Ministry of Earth Sciences to conduct study on biodiversity, impact of climate change and to establish an offshore marine station in order to explore source of thermal energy. Highlights Mission will explore Deep Ocean for resources and help in development of deep-sea […]
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