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India's Asiatic lion population surges to 891 by 2025, marking a significant conservation success under the Project Lion initiative.
India's Asiatic Lion population surges to 891 by 2025, up from 523 in 2015, showcasing successful conservation efforts and Project Lion's impact.
Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.
India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving 60% of its 2030 target, marking a major milestone in clean energy transition.
India requires a strategic blueprint for industrial heat electrification, crucial for decarbonizing manufacturing, boosting energy security, and strengthening MSME competitiveness.
Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.
India surpasses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving over 60% of its 2030 target, bolstering clean energy transition and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Scientists reveal human engineering, like embankments and lake reclamation, intensified Yangtze River's 100-year floods by up to 18% over 500 years.
Parliamentary panel urges dedicated geostationary satellite for 24/7 monitoring of Himalayan forest fires, citing critical observational gaps and reliance on foreign satellites.
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.
Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed biogas production, reduce gas imports, and promote clean energy transition.
Rahul Gandhi questions Ken-Betwa river link project's tribal displacement; Centre acknowledges complaints, forwards to MP government for action.
India's ambitious E20 ethanol policy requires urgent re-evaluation of water footprint, environmental costs, and subsidies for long-term sustainability beyond blending targets.
Supreme Court extends its 10-km mining buffer rule, initially for Asan Wetland, to all Ramsar wetland conservation reserves nationwide.
India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel electricity capacity, on track for ambitious 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030, Minister Pralhad Joshi confirms.
Cabinet approves GOBARdhan scheme with ₹23,731 crore outlay to boost biogas production and circular bioenergy from 2026-27 to 2035-36.
Union Cabinet approves ₹23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost clean energy, rural economy, and reduce import dependence by converting waste into wealth.
ANRF and Ministry of Jal Shakti launch MAHA Water Programme, inviting consortium proposals for solution-based research on critical water challenges, involving industry partners.
Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.
Meghalaya launches ambitious 'Mission Clouded Leopard' to protect its state animal, focusing on habitat restoration, scientific research, and community participation.
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