April 26, 2025. Introduction Recent studies have brought into light the vulnerability of tropical forest and agroforestry species to rising temperatures in the Western Ghats. Researchers have monitored various species to understand their thermal limits and response to extreme heat. This research is essential for predicting the future of these ecosystems under climate change. Thermal […]

April 26, 2025 Introduction: Recent studies highlight an alarming increase in rapid temperature flips globally. Over 60% of the world has experienced these drastic temperature changes since 1961. The implications for ecosystems and human health are severe, particularly for low-income countries. What are Temperature Flips? Temperature flips are defined as abrupt changes in temperature, moving […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: Recent reports highlight the lack of effective conservation efforts for musk deer in India. Classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), musk deer face numerous challenges. Despite being protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, there are no active breeding programmes for this species in […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: In June 2023, Canadian wildfires impacted New York City. Smoke from these wildfires caused a dramatic cooling effect of approximately 3 degrees Celsius in the city. This phenomenon is attributed to a process known as global dimming. While this cooling might seem beneficial in the context of global warming, it also resulted […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: Coral reefs are facing an unprecedented crisis due to global bleaching events. Since January 2023, over 80% of the world’s coral reefs have been affected. Scientists warn that this event is the worst on record, impacting reefs in at least 82 countries. Record high ocean temperatures have turned corals white as they expel […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: The relationship between climate change and gender-based violence is increasingly evident. A recent study by the UN Spotlight Initiative marks the alarming rise in violence against women and girls due to climate impacts. Extreme weather events, displacement, and economic instability are intensifying existing vulnerabilities. The report indicates that for every 1°C increase in […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: Recent studies have revealed alarming levels of soil pollution caused by toxic heavy metals and metalloids. A study published in April 2025 indicates that the contamination is severely affecting crop yields and food safety worldwide. The research marks a heavily polluted belt across low-latitude Eurasia, including southern Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: Recent research from the Centre for Peninsular Aquatic Genetic Resources in Kochi has revealed two new species of freshwater fish in the Western Ghats. The species, Labeo uru and Labeo chekida, were identified after resolving the long-standing taxonomic confusion surrounding Labeo nigrescens. This discovery puts stress on the ecological significance of the […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: Recent studies indicate an alarming 62% risk of triggering climate tipping points if current global emission policies persist. These tipping points include phenomena such as the collapse of ice sheets and the death of coral reefs. Researchers from the universities of Exeter and Hamburg conducted a comprehensive analysis of 16 critical areas within the […]

April 24, 2025 Introduction: India, the world’s most populous country, faces challenges from extreme weather events. Between 2019 and 2023, it incurred over $56 billion in damages due to climate-induced disasters. To address this, the non-profit SEEDS India has developed Akshvi, a digital wallet aimed at recording climate losses and enhancing community resilience. Akshvi Akshvi, […]