October 30, 2024 Introduction: In 2023, greenhouse gas levels reached a new high. The World Meteorological Organisation reported a rise of over 10% in just two decades. This surge is alarming. It marks the urgent need for action to combat climate change. Key Greenhouse Gas Levels The average global concentrations of key greenhouse gases in 2023 were: […]
October 29, 2024 Introduction: At COP16 of the Convention on Biological Diversity, a critical report brought to light the dangers posed by fossil fuel expansion to the Coral Triangle. This region, known as the ‘Amazon of the seas’, is one of the most biodiverse marine areas globally. It spans over 10 million square kilometers and […]
October 26, 2024. Introduction: The Asiatic golden cat has been spotted in Assam’s Manas National Park. This is an important conservation milestone. The last sighting was in 2007, casting doubt on the cat’s presence in the park. Its return is a positive sign for wildlife conservation in the region. Conservation Efforts The rediscovery of the […]
October 26, 2024. Introduction: An important event occurred at Lower Manair Dam (LMD) in Telangana. Around 150 to 200 rare Indian Skimmer birds were spotted. This is the first recorded sighting of these birds in Telangana. Typically, they migrate to Kakinada port in Andhra Pradesh for the winter months. Birdwatchers noted that the last sighting […]
October 25, 2024 Introduction: The latest UN report reveals alarming trends in global emissions. Despite advancements in renewable energy and electric vehicles, the world is on track for a temperature rise of 2.6°C above pre-industrial levels. If current policies remain unchanged, this could escalate to 3.1°C. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that without bridging the […]