Environment & Ecology
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Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Water security is central for a Viksit Bharat, Pg7
India's flagship Jal Jeevan and Swachh Bharat Missions deliver unprecedented water security and sanitation, propelling the nation towards a 'Viksit Bharat' vision.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Technology in Aid of FarmersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
'Partial burning' continues to be key hurdle in tackling farm fire pollution: Study, Pg4
CEEW study highlights "partial burning" by farmers, driven by pest fears and cost, as a key hurdle in tackling severe stubble burning pollution.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Great Nicobar project: Zoological Survey to soon seek nod for translocating corals, Pg8
ZSI seeks approval to relocate over 16,000 coral colonies for Great Nicobar project, sparking expert debate on feasibility and ecological success.
Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Heatwaves, ozone raise cardiac death risk: study, Pg14
New study reveals heatwaves significantly elevate surface ozone levels, causing hundreds of additional cardiac and respiratory deaths across India, exceeding WHO limits.
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
The giant world of fungi, Pg2
Groundbreaking study maps 110 quadrillion km of underground fungal networks, revealing their critical 11% global carbon sequestration role and threats to vital grassland hotspots.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Green Airports (100 airports operating on green energy), Pg7
India achieves significant milestone as 100 airports transition to green energy, bolstering sustainable aviation and reducing carbon emissions nationwide.
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Our parched cities need to make every drop count, recycle water, Pg10
India's parched cities urgently need a circular water economy, unlocking Rs 3 lakh crore and 1 lakh jobs through wastewater reuse for water resilience.
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Biodiversity loss can trigger sovereign debt crises: Experts, Pg13
Biodiversity loss could slash India's credit rating by 4 grades, adding $49 billion annually to debt servicing costs, experts warn.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Rajasthan: In-principle clearance for coal block in Hasdeo-Arand, Pg11
MoEFCC clears Kente Extension coal block in Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo-Arand, diverting 1,742.6 hectares despite biodiversity warnings, impacting 4.48 lakh trees and Schedule-I species.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Four sites on Nicobar west coast identified for coral translocation, says Zoological Survey, Pg8
Zoological Survey identifies four new sites for critical coral and giant clam translocation from Great Nicobar's controversial Galathea Bay port project, amidst environmental scrutiny.
Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
In Kashmir village once known for its springs, mining leaves river scarred, fields barren, Pg8
Kashmir's Sukhnag river devastated by unscientific mining, leaving fields barren; NGT panel flags irreversible hydrogeological damage, calls for moratorium.
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
NITI AAYOG GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING: PM calls for district GDP estimates, CMs press for affordable energy, Pg1
PM Modi urges states for district GDP estimates at NITI Aayog meeting, while CMs press for affordable energy.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Green energy can't yet bend climate curve, Pg11
New IGCC report reveals global warming surged to 1.37°C, warns 1.5°C carbon budget depletes in three years despite record renewable energy installations.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Ayodhya emerging as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, with 18 more solar cities under development., Pg17
Ayodhya emerges as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, boasting a 40 MW project, 7,900+ solar streetlights, and diverse green infrastructure.
Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Human contribution to global warming highest ever in 2025, says study, Pg7
Alarming study confirms 2025 as third warmest year, with human activities driving highest-ever global warming, jeopardizing the 1.5°C climate goal.
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
India calls for dialogue on climate finance, adaptation at Bonn meet, Pg14
India demands urgent action on shrinking climate finance and adaptation gaps at Bonn UN talks, opposing unilateral trade measures.
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