Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Current Affairs for UPSC

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Centre extends PM E-DRIVE scheme for electric two-wheelers until March 2028, halving incentives to Rs 2,500 per kWh, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Centre extends PM E-DRIVE scheme for electric two-wheelers until March 2028, halving incentives to Rs 2,500 per kWh, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle.

12 Aug, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

IISc develops new technology using vitrimers to recycle milk pouches into furniture, while another firm converts multi-layer plastics into strong building materials.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

IISc develops new technology using vitrimers to recycle milk pouches into furniture, while another firm converts multi-layer plastics into strong building materials.

12 Aug, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

New study reveals Ladakh's Zanskar glaciers are slowing and thinning due to climate change, impacting long-term water security in the Indus basin.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

New study reveals Ladakh's Zanskar glaciers are slowing and thinning due to climate change, impacting long-term water security in the Indus basin.

12 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

Expert analysis reveals India's EV policy neglects vehicle retrofitment, urging a 'reuse' principle for sustainable mobility and waste reduction.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

Expert analysis reveals India's EV policy neglects vehicle retrofitment, urging a 'reuse' principle for sustainable mobility and waste reduction.

12 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

India becomes world leader in ship recycling by 2025, driven by robust regulatory framework, achieving Maritime India Vision targets ahead of schedule.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

India becomes world leader in ship recycling by 2025, driven by robust regulatory framework, achieving Maritime India Vision targets ahead of schedule.

12 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Government boosts textile recycling and circular economy through 'Tex-Eco Initiative' and policy support, aiming for sustainable manufacturing and waste management across the sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Government boosts textile recycling and circular economy through 'Tex-Eco Initiative' and policy support, aiming for sustainable manufacturing and waste management across the sector.

12 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Government details extensive schemes promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting productivity, water efficiency, and organic farming across India.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

12 Aug, 2026

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Government details extensive schemes promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting productivity, water efficiency, and organic farming across India.

12 Aug, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Targeted tech approach, smart poles expected to boost fight against air pollution, Pg4

Delhi government implements target-based model and smart poles to combat air pollution, testing 22 innovative technologies for wider deployment.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

11 Aug, 2026

Targeted tech approach, smart poles expected to boost fight against air pollution, Pg4

Delhi government implements target-based model and smart poles to combat air pollution, testing 22 innovative technologies for wider deployment.

11 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Increase in India’s Asiatic lion population as of 2025, Pg8

India's Asiatic lion population surges to 891 by 2025, marking a significant conservation success under the Project Lion initiative.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

11 Aug, 2026

Increase in India’s Asiatic lion population as of 2025, Pg8

India's Asiatic lion population surges to 891 by 2025, marking a significant conservation success under the Project Lion initiative.

11 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Asiatic Lion Population Rises From 523 In 2015 To 891 In 2025; Reflects Dedication Of Forest Officials, Conservationists And Local Communities: Shri Bhupender Yadav

India's Asiatic Lion population surges to 891 by 2025, up from 523 in 2015, showcasing successful conservation efforts and Project Lion's impact.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

11 Aug, 2026

Asiatic Lion Population Rises From 523 In 2015 To 891 In 2025; Reflects Dedication Of Forest Officials, Conservationists And Local Communities: Shri Bhupender Yadav

India's Asiatic Lion population surges to 891 by 2025, up from 523 in 2015, showcasing successful conservation efforts and Project Lion's impact.

11 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving 60% of its 2030 target, marking a major milestone in clean energy transition.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving 60% of its 2030 target, marking a major milestone in clean energy transition.

10 Aug, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A Common Blueprint for India’s Industrial Heat Electrification, Pg9

India requires a strategic blueprint for industrial heat electrification, crucial for decarbonizing manufacturing, boosting energy security, and strengthening MSME competitiveness.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

A Common Blueprint for India’s Industrial Heat Electrification, Pg9

India requires a strategic blueprint for industrial heat electrification, crucial for decarbonizing manufacturing, boosting energy security, and strengthening MSME competitiveness.

10 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India surpasses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving over 60% of its 2030 target, bolstering clean energy transition and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India surpasses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving over 60% of its 2030 target, bolstering clean energy transition and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

10 Aug, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Records reveal engineering’s effect on Yangtze floods, Pg13

Scientists reveal human engineering, like embankments and lake reclamation, intensified Yangtze River's 100-year floods by up to 18% over 500 years.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

9 Aug, 2026

Records reveal engineering’s effect on Yangtze floods, Pg13

Scientists reveal human engineering, like embankments and lake reclamation, intensified Yangtze River's 100-year floods by up to 18% over 500 years.

9 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Space Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

House Panel Calls For New Satellite To Monitor Forest Fires In Himalayan Region, Pg6

Parliamentary panel urges dedicated geostationary satellite for 24/7 monitoring of Himalayan forest fires, citing critical observational gaps and reliance on foreign satellites.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Space Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

8 Aug, 2026

House Panel Calls For New Satellite To Monitor Forest Fires In Himalayan Region, Pg6

Parliamentary panel urges dedicated geostationary satellite for 24/7 monitoring of Himalayan forest fires, citing critical observational gaps and reliance on foreign satellites.

8 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Sowa-Rigpa Must Emerge as a Globally Recognised Evidence-Based Healthcare System: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav outlines strategic roadmap for Sowa-Rigpa's global recognition as an evidence-based healthcare system, focusing on research and institutional development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

8 Aug, 2026

Sowa-Rigpa Must Emerge as a Globally Recognised Evidence-Based Healthcare System: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav outlines strategic roadmap for Sowa-Rigpa's global recognition as an evidence-based healthcare system, focusing on research and institutional development.

8 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

To cut gas imports, Cabinet gives nod to Rs 24K-cr biogas scheme ‘GOBARdhan’, Pg9

Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed biogas production, reduce gas imports, and promote clean energy transition.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Aug, 2026

To cut gas imports, Cabinet gives nod to Rs 24K-cr biogas scheme ‘GOBARdhan’, Pg9

Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed biogas production, reduce gas imports, and promote clean energy transition.

7 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Rahul Questions Ken-Betwa River Link Impact On Tribals, Pg8

Rahul Gandhi questions Ken-Betwa river link project's tribal displacement; Centre acknowledges complaints, forwards to MP government for action.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Aug, 2026

Rahul Questions Ken-Betwa River Link Impact On Tribals, Pg8

Rahul Gandhi questions Ken-Betwa river link project's tribal displacement; Centre acknowledges complaints, forwards to MP government for action.

7 Aug, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Targeted tech approach, smart poles expected to boost fight against air pollution, Pg4

Targeted tech approach, smart poles expected to boost fight against air pollution, Pg4

Increase in India’s Asiatic lion population as of 2025, Pg8

Increase in India’s Asiatic lion population as of 2025, Pg8

Asiatic Lion Population Rises From 523 In 2015 To 891 In 2025; Reflects Dedication Of Forest Officials, Conservationists And Local Communities: Shri Bhupender Yadav

Asiatic Lion Population Rises From 523 In 2015 To 891 In 2025; Reflects Dedication Of Forest Officials, Conservationists And Local Communities: Shri Bhupender Yadav

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

A Common Blueprint for India’s Industrial Heat Electrification, Pg9

A Common Blueprint for India’s Industrial Heat Electrification, Pg9

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

Records reveal engineering’s effect on Yangtze floods, Pg13

Records reveal engineering’s effect on Yangtze floods, Pg13

House Panel Calls For New Satellite To Monitor Forest Fires In Himalayan Region, Pg6

House Panel Calls For New Satellite To Monitor Forest Fires In Himalayan Region, Pg6

Sowa-Rigpa Must Emerge as a Globally Recognised Evidence-Based Healthcare System: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

Sowa-Rigpa Must Emerge as a Globally Recognised Evidence-Based Healthcare System: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

To cut gas imports, Cabinet gives nod to Rs 24K-cr biogas scheme ‘GOBARdhan’, Pg9

To cut gas imports, Cabinet gives nod to Rs 24K-cr biogas scheme ‘GOBARdhan’, Pg9

Rahul Questions Ken-Betwa River Link Impact On Tribals, Pg8

Rahul Questions Ken-Betwa River Link Impact On Tribals, Pg8

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