In 2024, India successfully phased out hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) in manufacturing, aligning with its commitments under the Montreal Protocol. This initiative is crucial for protecting the ozone layer and...
Recent research has revealed four new tarantula species, including a new genus, from India’s Western Ghats. This region, rich in biodiversity, is home to over 60 tarantula species,...
Recently, the World Economic Forum (WEF) released its Global Risks Report. This report precedes the WEF annual meeting in Davos, focusing on the need for global cooperation to tackle...
Recent research from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden has revealed a promising method for remediating DDT-contaminated soils. This study marks the ongoing environmental impact of DDT, a...
Recently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that 2024 was the hottest year in India since records began in 1901. This unprecedented heat wave was part of a...
Recent reports have raised alarm over Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), also known as “zombie deer disease,” and its potential to jump to humans. This incurable prion disease primarily...
The Government of India has recently established eco-sensitive zones (ESZs) around the Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary in Mandi district. This initiative aims to mitigate the adverse effects of...
The Gangasagar Mela, Hindu pilgrimage held annually on Makar Sankranti, has recently faced the impacts of climate change. Sagar Island, located in the Ganges delta, hosts this festival...
The Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (PKC-ERCP) is initiative aimed at enhancing irrigation in Rajasthan. This project will impact 23 districts and is crucial for providing water for irrigation,...
The clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) is an elusive predator found in Asia’s ancient forests. Its striking coat patterns have made it a subject of fascination. However, its population...
