2 December 2025 Introduction: A vibrant new damselfly species has been identified in the Western Ghats, underscoring the region’s remarkable yet understudied biodiversity. Named the Kodagu Shadowdamsel (Protosticta sooryaprakashi), the insect was discovered along shaded streamside habitats in Karnataka, where researchers combined field observations with DNA sequencing to confirm its distinct evolutionary lineage. Discovery in Kodagu and […]
2 Decmeber 2025 Introduction: Tenkasi district is preparing to introduce a new conservation programme aimed at protecting the rapidly declining population of golden jackals. Indiscriminate construction near residential zones, following the removal of natural vegetation, has severely impacted small wildlife species. To address this, the Forest Department will train school and college students as ‘Golden […]
1 December 2025 Introduction: A rare sighting of the rustic bunting at Najafgarh Jheel has marked a milestone for birdwatching in the National Capital Region. The passerine, scarcely recorded in India, was photographed and confirmed by local birders during a routine morning survey. A Landmark Sighting at Najafgarh Jheel Local guide Ram Kumar Rawat first […]
12th December 2025 Introduction: The World Bank has cleared a USD 305 million assistance package to support Haryana’s Clean Air Project for Sustainable Development, a major intervention aimed at delivering measurable improvements in statewide air quality by 2030. The approval follows high-level engagements between Haryana’s leadership and World Bank officials, reflecting growing international support for the state’s environmental roadmap. Financing Structure […]
12th December 2025 Introduction: A rare shieldtail snake species, Rhinophis siruvaniensis, has been formally identified from Kerala’s Western Ghats, underscoring the region’s exceptional biodiversity. The non-venomous burrowing snake was discovered through citizen science efforts and later confirmed by herpetologists after detailed morphological and genetic analysis. The finding highlights the scientific value of local observations and the ecological […]
11thDecember 2025 Introduction: Hanoi has emerged as the world’s second most polluted city, trailing only New Delhi, after more than a week of dense smog and hazardous air conditions. The Vietnamese capital has drawn global concern as residents struggle with deteriorating air quality and associated health risks. Severe Decline in Air Quality Recent assessments showed […]
11th December 2025 Introduction: Varanasi has become the first Indian city to introduce a hydrogen-powered water taxi service, marking a major step toward green inland transport. Inaugurated at Namo Ghat, the service highlights the government’s push for sustainable mobility and technological innovation along the Ganga. Key Features of the Hydrogen Water Taxi Built at Cochin […]
11th December 2025 Introduction: The Ministry of Railways is pursuing large-scale modernisation through the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, a long-term initiative aimed at improving passenger experience and transforming stations into integrated urban centres. The scheme adopts phased master planning to ensure structured, sustainable development. Core Features of Station Redevelopment Master plans include improved access roads, circulating […]
11th December 2025 Introduction: India’s Pilot Project under the “World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector” has prompted significant policy upgrades to strengthen food-grain storage at the Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) level. The initiative aims to address national storage deficits by converging multiple central schemes to create modern agri-infrastructure. Design of the Grain […]
11th December 2025 Introduction: Andrej Babis, the populist billionaire and leader of the ANO movement, has been sworn in as the Czech Republic’s new Prime Minister following his party’s strong performance in the October parliamentary elections. His return marks a major shift in national politics with a new coalition poised to alter the country’s domestic […]