Environment & Ecology

Explore UPSC Current Affairs articles related to Environment & Ecology.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
25 Oct, 2025

The mirage of port-led development in Great Nicobar, Pg8

Great Nicobar port project faces scrutiny over inflated benefits, structural flaws, and environmental costs, questioning its viability and strategic importance.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Oct, 2025

Why cloud seeding is not a solution to Delhi’s air pollution crisis, Pg13.

As air pollution in Delhi worsens during winter, authorities have proposed cloud seeding as a potential fix to clear the smog. However, experts argue that this is a scientifically weak and ethically misplaced solution, offering only temporary relief while ignoring the root causes of pollution.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
24 Oct, 2025

Is Punjab’s stubble burning problem really declining?, Pg12

Punjab's stubble burning shows decline in fire incidents but rise in total scorched area due to satellite limitations.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Oct, 2025

Should India take global leadership on climate change?, Pg11

Experts advocate for India to assume climate leadership, emphasizing finance for adaptation and innovative green projects before COP30.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Oct, 2025

'Sanctuary' status for forests of Saranda: why this matters, case before SC, Pg19.

Supreme Court directs Jharkhand government to notify Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary amidst mining concerns and tribal rights debate.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Oct, 2025

Capital ready for its first spell of artificial rain after successful trial: CM, Pg7.

Delhi gears up for first artificial rain via cloud seeding from October 28-30 after successful trial to combat 'very poor' air quality.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Oct, 2025

2006 Act restores livelihoods, dignity of forest communities, Govt tells SC, Pg15.

Government defends Forest Rights Act in Supreme Court, asserting its validity and importance for tribal communities' rights and forest conservation.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Oct, 2025

Chennai stood out for its severe pollution surge during Deepavali, Pg9

Chennai witnesses alarming pollution surge during Deepavali 2025, recording the second-highest PM10 levels nationwide, driven by firecracker emissions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentDisaster and Disaster Management
23 Oct, 2025

A path for a battered and broken Himachal Pradesh, Pg8

Supreme Court intervenes in Himachal Pradesh's ecological crisis, highlighting flawed development and ineffective environmental policies amid increasing natural disasters.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Oct, 2025

Tapping the shine, Pg8

India emerges as third-largest solar power producer, surpassing Japan, but faces challenges in matching China's manufacturing costs and export volumes.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Oct, 2025

Delhi air still 'very poor', 'unaccounted sources' contribute most to pollution, Pg4.

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' post-Diwali; 'unaccounted sources' contribute 36% to pollution, highlighting inventory gaps.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Oct, 2025

Coffee production may be imperiled as forests are destroyed for more crops, Pg16.

Coffee production imperiled as deforestation in Brazil leads to rainfall decline, crop failures, and potential price spikes by 2050.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Oct, 2025

Deepavali fireworks send Delhi air quality inching to a five-year low, Pg1

Delhi's air quality plummets post-Deepavali, nearing five-year low despite 'green' cracker ban, raising concerns over pollution control.

Health SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Oct, 2025

Unreliable air and noise data, real-time deception, Pg6

Delhi and Lucknow's flawed pollution monitoring systems undermine public trust, skew policy, and risk global commitments, demanding urgent scientific rigor.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Oct, 2025

On air, connect the dots, Pg8.

Delhi's winter air quality hinges on La Niña, delayed stubble burning, and green cracker efficacy amidst complex atmospheric conditions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
22 Oct, 2025

Delhi air turns 'very poor' post Diwali, Pg11.

Delhi's air quality plummets to 'very poor' after Diwali amid firecracker ban violations and political blame game.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Oct, 2025

Fire in the sky, Pg8

Supreme Court allows 'green' firecrackers in Delhi, balancing cultural norms, economic interests, and environmental concerns amidst persistent air pollution challenges.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Oct, 2025

Failure to meet climate targets doesn't make COP irrelevant, Pg16.

COP30 shifts focus to climate action, implementation amid skepticism over targets and geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding climate finance.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Oct, 2025

GRAP II curbs in place as air quality worsens, Pg8.

Delhi-NCR enforces GRAP II as AQI nears 'very poor', mandating strict pollution control measures and citizen cooperation for improved air quality.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Oct, 2025

The science behind the sparkle: green crackers are cleaner, not clean, Pg16.

Green crackers reduce emissions by 30-40% but still release harmful ultrafine particles, posing health and environmental risks.

Related Topics to Environment & Ecology

Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment

UPSC Topics

Art & Culture
Modern History
Post Independence History
See all topics

Datewise News Analysis

View All

31 Jul

30 Jul

29 Jul

28 Jul

Crack UPSC with your
Personal AI Mentor

An AI-powered ecosystem to learn, practice, and evaluate with discipline

Start Now

Download App

SuperKalam
SuperKalam is your personal mentor for UPSC preparation, guiding you at every step of the exam journey.

Download the App

Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store
Follow us
COMPANY
About usHelp & SupportJoin UsPricing
STUDY RESOURCES
CONTACT US
Student Queries
ask@superkalam.com
General Queries
hello@superkalam.com
Chat onWhatsApp
+91 9319720944
ⓒ Snapstack Technologies Private Limited
Terms•Privacy Policy•Refund Policy