March 28, 2025. Introduction: The availability of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like diclofenac and flunixin poses risk to avian scavengers in South America. A recent study found a widespread registration of these drugs across ten Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. Researchers revealed that these substances are approved for use in various livestock and domestic animals, raising […]

March 28, 2025. Introduction; India’s extensive coastline is facing challenges from illegal fishing practices, particularly light fishing. This method employs high-intensity artificial lights to attract fish, causing severe ecological damage and threatening traditional fishers’ livelihoods. Despite a national ban on this practice in 2017, enforcement remains inconsistent, leading to ongoing conflicts and resource depletion. The […]

March 27, 2025. Introduction; Recent studies reveal alarming trends in freshwater ecosystems. Climate change and heat waves are reducing dissolved oxygen (DO) levels in lakes globally. A comprehensive analysis of over 15,000 lakes indicates that 83% of them are experiencing deoxygenation. This phenomenon poses a serious threat to aquatic life and ecosystem health. Dissolved Oxygen […]

March 27, 2025. Introduction: The recent parliamentary report marks issue regarding pollution control funding in India. The Union Environment Ministry allocated Rs 858 crore for the ‘Control of Pollution’ scheme in the financial year 2024-25. However, less than 1% of this allocation has been utilised due to pending approvals for the continuation of the scheme. […]

Introduction: On March 25, 2025, India and Singapore signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate on the Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) during the Singapore Maritime Week. This partnership aims to enhance maritime digitalisation and decarbonisation. The agreement is expected to encourage innovation and the adoption of low-emission technologies in the maritime sector. […]

March 26, 2025. Introudction: Recently, study published in *Nature Water* brought into light alarming projections regarding dam failures worldwide. Researchers estimated that 23 large dam failures could occur globally by 2035. This study puts stress on the critical need for enhanced investment in dam safety, as 4.4% of large dams currently face a failure probability […]

March 25, 2025. Introduction; Recent studies highlight the critical role of black carbon in climate change. A report by the Clean Air Fund and the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development reveals that black carbon, a potent climate pollutant, is responsible for nearly half of global warming. It poses severe threats to water security for […]

March 24, 2025. Introduction: Introduction: The Sundarbans, a vast mangrove forest located at the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, faces a severe groundwater crisis. This unique ecosystem, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987, is home to diverse flora and fauna, including the Bengal tiger. Recent studies indicate alarming rates of groundwater depletion, […]

March 24, 2025. Introduction: The use of hawala networks has surged in recent years, particularly for illegal activities such as poaching and money laundering. An investigation revealed that a poaching network in central India has exploited these informal money transfer systems to facilitate the killing of tigers. What is Hawala? How Does Hawala Work? In a […]

March 22, 2025. Introduction: The world is witnessing alarming rates of glacier thinning, particularly in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region. A recent United Nations report marks that glaciers in this area are retreating 65% faster from 2011 to 2020 compared to the previous decade. This report was released on World Day for Glaciers and puts stress […]