Calyptocephallela gayi

The Helmeted Water Toad, known scientifically as Calyptocephallela gayi, is a remarkable amphibian that has existed alongside dinosaurs. This species is now facing challenges in its natural habitat in Chile due to climate change and human interference. Its population has ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

ADB Approves $42M Loan For Coastal Protection in Maharashtra

The Central government of India has recently partnered with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance coastal protection in Maharashtra, involving a $42 million loan aimed at improving resilience against environmental challenges faced by coastal communities. The initiative is crucial ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India Tags First-Ever Ganges River Dolphin in Assam

India has marked milestone in wildlife conservation by tagging a Ganges River Dolphin in Assam. This unprecedented event is part of Project Dolphin, initiated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and other organizations, which aims to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Urgent Action Needed for Assam’s Feral Horses

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has recently raised alarms regarding the critically endangered feral horses in Assam’s Dibru-Saikhowa National Park. These horses, unique to the park, are untamed descendants of domesticated horses and their numbers are dwindling, prompting the NGT ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Arctic Tundra’s Carbon Release Crisis

The Arctic tundra, a cold, treeless region that has historically stored vast amounts of carbon, is changing due to climate change. However, rising temperatures are now causing it to release greenhouse gases, notably carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4). Carbon ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Eco-Creativity & Innovation Hackathon

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change recently hosted the Eco-Creativity & Innovation Hackathon in New Delhi. This event aligns with the Prime Minister’s Mission LiFE (Lifestyle For Environment) Campaign and promotes sustainable living among the youth of India. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s E-Waste Surges by 73%: Report

India’s electronic waste increased from 1.01 million metric tonnes (MT) in 2019-20 to 1.751 million MT in 2023-24. This represents a 72.54% growth, largely due to the rising consumption of electronic devices during the COVID-19 pandemic. Composition of E-Waste E-waste ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Urban Wastewater Crisis and Solutions

India faces challenges regarding urban wastewater management, with only 28% of urban wastewater being treated, leaving a staggering 72% untreated. This untreated wastewater poses serious environmental risks by polluting rivers, lakes, and soil. However, it also presents an opportunity to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

10th International Forest Fair

The 10th International Forest Fair commenced in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, runs until December 23, focuses on forest-related activities, and aims to connect various stakeholders, including collectors, traders, and policymakers. Notable attendees include Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Dr. Mohan ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Delhi Enters Stage III Air Quality Alert

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has recently escalated Delhi’s air quality response to Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). This decision follows a decline in air quality, categorizing it as ‘very poor’. Unfavorable weather conditions ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs