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Kerala: Identification of New Marine Species
A new Carangid species has been identified by the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) from the Indian coast of Kerala. Overview: This newly identified fish belongs to the group named ‘queen fish’. The scientific name of this fish is ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs
Wildlife Conservation Bond
The world’s first wildlife bond has been issued by the World Bank, raising USD 150 million that will partly be used for the conservation of South Africa’s black rhinos. Overview: The Wildlife Conservation Bond is the world’s first-of-its-kind financial instrument ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Study: Fish in Great Barrier Reef Fading
Due to climate change, the oceans are heating up and corals are continuing to bleach which is causing Australia’s Great Barrier Reef’s fish communities to fade and lose their colour, according to a new study. Overview: This study has been ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
UN-WMO Goal for Climate Early Warning Systems
A project has been announced by the United Nations to put every individual on the planet in early weather-warning systems range within the next five years as natural disasters have grown frequent and more powerful due to the effects of ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Cyclone Asani
The name of the new cyclone that is forming on the Bay of Bengal has been named ‘Asani’. The cyclone seems to be carrying thunderstorms for the eastern coast of India which includes West Bengal, Odisha, etc. Overview: Meteorologists have ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs
What is ‘Daylight Saving Time’?
Daylight Saving Time (DST), also known as summertime in some countries, is a mechanism to save energy and it involves resetting the clocks. About DST Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of advancing clocks (typically by one hour) during ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Rejuvenation Project of 13 Rivers
On 14th March, Ministry for Forest, Environment, and Climate Change announced the project for the rejuvenation of 13 major rivers in the country. Selected Rivers The 13 Rivers that will form part of the rejuvenation project include: Himalayan Rivers: Jhelum, ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Mumbai Climate Action Plan
On 13th March, Mumbai Climate Action Plan (MCAP) was released, which was prepared by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Preparation of MCAP Before the preparation of MCAP, a vulnerability assessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) and natural green cover inventory was conducted. ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Halari Donkey Breed
Recently, a special convention was organized at Upleta town of Rajkot district for Gujarat’s donkey breeders. About the convention The purpose of the special convention is to spread awareness among the pastoral community about Halari donkeys and help them appreciate ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Power Foundation
Power foundation is the policy advocacy society set up by the government for power and allied sectors. Establishment of Power foundation Power foundation is a society formed under the aegis of the Power Ministry. It is registered under the Societies ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: Environment Current Affairs