January 10, 2025 Introduction: Recent advancements in climate science have emerged from Antarctica, where an international team of scientists successfully drilled an ice core estimated to be 1.2 million years old. This monumental achievement involved drilling nearly 2.8 kilometres deep to reach the Antarctic bedrock. The ice core, extracted from a site known as Little Dome […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: In a remarkable wildlife event, a male tiger born in the Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary has travelled an astonishing distance of 500 kilometres to reach the Solapur district in Maharashtra. This journey has prompted the Pune Forest Department to propose relocating the tiger to the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, situated 300 kilometres away. About […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: In anticipation of Mahakumbh 2025, Prayagraj has embarked on an extensive greening project. The city aims to create dense forests to improve air quality for millions of expected visitors. Over the past two years, the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation has implemented the Japanese Miyawaki technique to develop multiple oxygen banks across various […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: The Maha Kumbh Mela, set to commence on February 13, 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, is anticipated to attract around 450 million pilgrims over 44 days. This monumental gathering poses challenges, particularly regarding the cleanliness of the Ganga River, where devotees seek to take holy dips. The government has initiated measures to […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: Coastal and inland wetlands in southern India are experiencing decline. A recent study conducted in Kerala has revealed alarming trends in the population of wading birds, which serve as crucial indicators of wetland health. The research spans the decade from 2010 to 2019, denoting the impact of anthropogenic changes on these vital ecosystems. […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: Southern California is currently facing a severe wildfire crisis. Multiple wildfires have wreaked havoc across the region, leading to mass evacuations and extensive property damage. As of January 7, 2025, over 30,000 residents in the Los Angeles area have been forced to leave their homes due to the threat posed by […]

January 9, 2025 Introduction: The issue of unregulated soapstone mining in Uttarakhand’s Bageshwar district has escalated into environmental and cultural crisis. The Uttarakhand High Court responded to alarming reports about the impact of mining activities on local communities and the environment. Residents have reported living in constant fear of natural disasters due to the destabilisation […]

January 8, 2025 Introduction: In the years from 2019 to 2024, Indian cities made strides in reducing PM2.5 pollution levels. The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) cities achieved a notable 24% reduction. Varanasi emerged as the frontrunner with a remarkable 76% decrease. Despite these advancements, cities like Delhi, Gurugram, and Faridabad continue to grapple with severe air pollution […]

January 8, 2025 Introduction: Recent studies have brought into light the Alaknanda River’s susceptibility to landslide-induced natural dams. Researchers from IIT Roorkee, Shivani Joshi and Srikrishnan Siva Subramanian, conducted a comprehensive study titled ‘Landslide Dam Studies in Uttarakhand, India – Past, Present, and Future’. Published by Springer, the study identifies the Alaknanda River as the […]

January 7, 2025 Introduction: The golden jackal, a native species, has been increasingly spotted in urban areas of Mumbai, particularly in Navi Mumbai. Once thriving in mangroves and grasslands, these animals are now venturing into bustling neighbourhoods due to habitat loss caused by urban development. The Wildlife Conservation Society India conducted a survey revealing that golden […]