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India’s Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity Targets

Recently, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in India released a draft notification under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. This notification introduces the “Greenhouse Gas Emission...

April 23, 2025

Microplastics in Caddisflies Casings

Recent research from the Naturalis Biodiversity Center in the Netherlands has uncovered a concerning trend regarding caddisfly larvae. Evidence shows that these insects have been using microplastics in...

April 23, 2025

PM10 Levels in Indian Cities

Recent studies indicate a severe air quality crisis in major Indian cities. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported that particulate matter (PM10) levels have consistently exceeded national...

April 23, 2025

Project SeaCURE

Project SeaCURE is a pioneering initiative based on England’s south coast, aimed at enhancing the ocean’s role in combating climate change. Launched in Weymouth, this pilot project seeks...

April 22, 2025

Royal Munnar Road

The Royal Munnar Road, a historical route in Kerala, has become a focal point of debate in 2025. Originally established between 300 and 250 BC, this 120-kilometre road...

April 22, 2025

Amaravati as Renewable Energy Capital

Amaravati, the upcoming capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to make history as the first city globally to operate entirely on renewable energy. This ambitious project aims to...

April 22, 2025

HKH Snow Update Report 2025

The HKH Snow Update Report 2025 was released by the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). It revealed that all three major river basins in the...

April 22, 2025

GCC Countries Increase Wildlife Conservation Efforts

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has made strides in wildlife conservation. Recent statistics show a 6.6% increase in terrestrial reserves in 2023. This growth reflects a broader commitment...

April 21, 2025

New World Screwworm Myiasis

New World Screwworm (NWS) myiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the larvae of the screwworm fly, Cochliomyia hominivorax. This condition primarily affects livestock but can occasionally infect...

April 21, 2025

Brownfield Projects

The rapid urbanisation of Indian cities has resulted in scarcity of undeveloped land. This has shifted focus towards brownfield projects. These projects involve the redevelopment of previously used...

April 19, 2025

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