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Controversial Drilling Approved in Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary

The recent approval by the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) for exploratory drilling in the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary has...

January 13, 2025

What is Pink Fire Retardant?

Recent wildfires in Southern California have brought into light the use of pink fire retardant as authorities deploy aerial resources to combat the flames. The United States Forest...

January 13, 2025

La Niña Conditions Confirmed in 2025

La Niña conditions have re-emerged in the Pacific Ocean, as reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on January 9, 2025. This phenomenon is part of...

January 13, 2025

Global Temperature Records and Climate Trends

In 2024, the Earth experienced unprecedented warming, officially breaching the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold above pre-industrial levels. This marked the first time a calendar year exceeded this critical...

January 13, 2025

Mount Ibu in Indonesia Erupts

Mount Ibu, located in North Maluku, Indonesia, erupted recently, sending ash clouds up to 3 kilometres high. This eruption is part of a larger pattern of volcanic activity...

January 11, 2025

Impact of Tropical Forest Loss on Biodiversity

Recent research conducted in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo, has showcased the detrimental effects of tropical forest loss on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. The study was part of the Stability...

January 11, 2025

GEAPP, International Solar Alliance Sign Multi-Donor Trust Fund for Solar Energy Projects

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has made strides in promoting solar energy in India. Recently, GEAPP signed a Multi-Donor Trust Fund with the International...

January 10, 2025

Whale Longevity

Recent research has revealed surprising vital information about the lifespans of Southern and North Atlantic right whales. This study, published in the journal *Science Advances*, indicates that Southern...

January 10, 2025

Freshwater Species at Risk of Extinction

Recent assessments reveal alarming statistics regarding freshwater biodiversity. A study conducted by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) indicates that nearly 25 per cent of the...

January 10, 2025

Ancient Ice Core Discovered in Antarctica

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...

January 10, 2025

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