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Rabies Control Efforts in India and Global Initiatives

Rabies remains public health challenge in India. A recent Lancet study revealed that dogs account for three in every four animal bites. Annually, rabies causes an estimated 5,726...

January 27, 2025

Corpse Flower

The corpse flower, scientifically known as Amorphophallus titanum, has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique characteristics. Native to Sumatra, this flower attracts attention not only for its size...

January 27, 2025

Forest Fires in India

Forest fires in India have reached alarming levels. Recent data reveals that over five fire seasons, the country faced more than 1.1 million incidents. The period from November...

January 25, 2025

India Faces Water Storage Decline

Recent reports indicate decline in water storage across major reservoirs in India. The Central Water Commission (CWC) has brought into light that water levels have decreased for the...

January 25, 2025

Increasing Frequency of Multi-Year Droughts Worldwide

Multi-year droughts (MYDs) are increasingly common and severe, as brought into light by a recent 40-year study. The research indicates that these droughts have expanded globally, impacting ecosystems...

January 25, 2025

UNICEF Report on Climate-Related School Disruptions

Recently, the United Nations Children’s Agency, UNICEF, released report titled “Learning Interrupted – Global Snapshot of Climate-Related School Disruptions in 2024.” This report marks that at least 242...

January 25, 2025

Cyanobacteria Research in Lake Victoria’s Winam Gulf

Recent research has focused on the genetic survey of cyanobacteria in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. This study, published in January 2025, is crucial for understanding...

January 25, 2025

Brazil Faces Record Wildfires

In 2024, Brazil experienced unprecedented wildfires, culminating in a devastating ecological crisis. The country recorded over 30.87 million hectares of wilderness burned, marking a staggering 79% increase from...

January 24, 2025

India’s Coastlines Face Algal Bloom Threat

India’s coastline is facing an alarming rise in algal blooms. These blooms, marked by rapid increases in phytoplankton, are becoming more common due to both natural and anthropogenic...

January 24, 2025

Global Plastic Action Partnership Expands to 25 Countries

The Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) has recently marked achievement by expanding its network to 25 countries. This initiative, launched by the World Economic Forum, aims to combat...

January 24, 2025

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