Five beaches in Maharashtra received the prestigious Blue Flag certification. This international recognition marks their adherence to strict environmental and quality standards. The beaches are Shrivardhan and Nagaon...
Armenia became the newest State Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) during the 2025 World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. This membership marks step...
The 2025 monsoon survey at Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary revealed the first record of the orb-weaving spider Araneus nox in India. Previously known only from Southeast Asia, this discovery...
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has upgraded the Red List status of the green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) from Endangered to Least Concern. This change...
The Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh has sparked widespread protests in 2025. Hundreds gathered in Daporijo, Upper Subansiri district, opposing the 2,000MW dam proposal. The project,...
India achieved record growth in solar and wind energy in the first half of 2025. This growth helped reduce emissions from the power sector by 24 million tonnes...
The Haryana government revised the definition of the Aravali hills and ranges in 2025. The new rules set a minimum geological age and height for land to qualify...
Tamil Nadu government allocated ₹1 crore for conserving four lesser-known endangered species. The move aims to protect the lion-tailed macaque, Madras hedgehog, striped hyena, and hump-headed mahseer. This...
The Wildlife Week 2025 celebrations in Dehradun brought into light India’s renewed focus on encouraging harmony between humans and wildlife. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav led the event at...
Typhoon Matmo struck southern China in 2025, causing widespread disruption and forcing over 151,000 people to evacuate. The storm made landfall in Guangdong Province with strong winds and...
