Environment & Ecology Current Affairs for UPSC

Govt's plan to revive struggling tiger reserves, Pg4

Centre unveils new roadmap to revive struggling tiger reserves, addressing uneven population growth and human-wildlife conflict across 58 sites.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

4 Jul, 2026

Govt's plan to revive struggling tiger reserves, Pg4

Centre unveils new roadmap to revive struggling tiger reserves, addressing uneven population growth and human-wildlife conflict across 58 sites.

4 Jul, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

In Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, ministry's green nod for coal mining in Kente block, Pg9

Environment Ministry grants controversial clearance for Kente coal block in Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, risking massive deforestation, biodiversity loss, and tribal displacement.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

3 Jul, 2026

In Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, ministry's green nod for coal mining in Kente block, Pg9

Environment Ministry grants controversial clearance for Kente coal block in Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, risking massive deforestation, biodiversity loss, and tribal displacement.

3 Jul, 2026

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

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

Delhi government implements proactive winter pollution strategy, imposing GRAP-like curbs from November 1 to avert public health crisis.

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

3 Jul, 2026

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

Delhi government implements proactive winter pollution strategy, imposing GRAP-like curbs from November 1 to avert public health crisis.

3 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

U.S. administration stand dents World Bank’s climate finance targets, Pg1

U.S. pressure forces World Bank to abandon ambitious 45% climate finance targets, threatening critical projects in developing nations like India, sparking global concern.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jul, 2026

U.S. administration stand dents World Bank’s climate finance targets, Pg1

U.S. pressure forces World Bank to abandon ambitious 45% climate finance targets, threatening critical projects in developing nations like India, sparking global concern.

2 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

In EV Policy, electrification roadmap: Cars next after 3- & 2-wheelers, Pg8

Delhi government unveils ambitious EV Policy 2026, mandating electrification for 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, and future 4-wheelers to combat pollution.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jul, 2026

In EV Policy, electrification roadmap: Cars next after 3- & 2-wheelers, Pg8

Delhi government unveils ambitious EV Policy 2026, mandating electrification for 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, and future 4-wheelers to combat pollution.

2 Jul, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's cotton farms need better soil, not just new GM seeds, Pg13

Expert warns India's cotton productivity collapse stems from degraded soils, urging focus on regenerative agriculture and varietal development over new GM seeds.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jul, 2026

India's cotton farms need better soil, not just new GM seeds, Pg13

Expert warns India's cotton productivity collapse stems from degraded soils, urging focus on regenerative agriculture and varietal development over new GM seeds.

2 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India challenges 'tipping points' definition at Bonn climate talks, sparking fierce debate with EU over scientific clarity and misinformation risks.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jul, 2026

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India challenges 'tipping points' definition at Bonn climate talks, sparking fierce debate with EU over scientific clarity and misinformation risks.

1 Jul, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

India's mega-diversity surges with 709 new animal and 353 plant species added to national database by ZSI, BSI.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jul, 2026

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

India's mega-diversity surges with 709 new animal and 353 plant species added to national database by ZSI, BSI.

1 Jul, 2026

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

Pure EVs over hybrids: Divergence of views in Govt led to change in draft plan, Pg6

Delhi's EV Policy 2026 scraps strong hybrid tax breaks, prioritizing pure EVs after intense government debate on pollution control and charging infrastructure challenges.

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

1 Jul, 2026

Pure EVs over hybrids: Divergence of views in Govt led to change in draft plan, Pg6

Delhi's EV Policy 2026 scraps strong hybrid tax breaks, prioritizing pure EVs after intense government debate on pollution control and charging infrastructure challenges.

1 Jul, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment Ethics and Human Interface

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment Ethics and Human Interface

1 Jul, 2026

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

1 Jul, 2026

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10

Centre plans ₹5,000 crore National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel, promoting clean technologies within three months.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

30 Jun, 2026

Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10

Centre plans ₹5,000 crore National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel, promoting clean technologies within three months.

30 Jun, 2026

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

Why shift matters, Pg4

Delhi's new EV policy targets vehicular emissions, the largest PM2.5 source, prioritizing two-wheelers and commercial vehicles for rapid electrification to combat air pollution.

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

30 Jun, 2026

Why shift matters, Pg4

Delhi's new EV policy targets vehicular emissions, the largest PM2.5 source, prioritizing two-wheelers and commercial vehicles for rapid electrification to combat air pollution.

30 Jun, 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

Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12

Europe reels from unprecedented 40°C+ heatwaves, exposing global warming's planetary emergency and demanding urgent climate action and commitments.

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

30 Jun, 2026

Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12

Europe reels from unprecedented 40°C+ heatwaves, exposing global warming's planetary emergency and demanding urgent climate action and commitments.

30 Jun, 2026

Art Forms Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

From seas to skies, India is becoming self-reliant: Modi, Pg12

PM Modi champions India's defence self-reliance, celebrating maiden C-295 flight, LRLACM test, and indigenous warships, urging citizen austerity.

Art Forms Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

29 Jun, 2026

From seas to skies, India is becoming self-reliant: Modi, Pg12

PM Modi champions India's defence self-reliance, celebrating maiden C-295 flight, LRLACM test, and indigenous warships, urging citizen austerity.

29 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Shared responsibility must for Indian Ocean, says Modi, Pg1

PM Modi champions shared Indian Ocean security and prosperity with Seychelles, unveiling 19 cooperation outcomes including defence, digital payments, and climate action.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

29 Jun, 2026

Shared responsibility must for Indian Ocean, says Modi, Pg1

PM Modi champions shared Indian Ocean security and prosperity with Seychelles, unveiling 19 cooperation outcomes including defence, digital payments, and climate action.

29 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt flags priority intervention in 25 of 58 tiger reserves which are low on big cats or have none, Pg9

Government flags 25 tiger reserves with critically low or zero big cats for priority intervention, urging science-backed reintroductions and community participation.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

29 Jun, 2026

Govt flags priority intervention in 25 of 58 tiger reserves which are low on big cats or have none, Pg9

Government flags 25 tiger reserves with critically low or zero big cats for priority intervention, urging science-backed reintroductions and community participation.

29 Jun, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Scientists develop molecular photo-switches to 'bottle' solar thermal energy, offering efficient storage for heating and cooking, complementing India's 150 GW solar capacity.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

28 Jun, 2026

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Scientists develop molecular photo-switches to 'bottle' solar thermal energy, offering efficient storage for heating and cooking, complementing India's 150 GW solar capacity.

28 Jun, 2026

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

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Delhi's ambitious EV Policy 2.0, targeting ICE vehicle bans by 2027-28, faces industry backlash over production scale, charging infrastructure, and financing gaps.

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

28 Jun, 2026

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Delhi's ambitious EV Policy 2.0, targeting ICE vehicle bans by 2027-28, faces industry backlash over production scale, charging infrastructure, and financing gaps.

28 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

How saving elephants helps forests breathe easier, Pg8

India's elephant reserves boost forest carbon storage by 38%, aiding climate goals; study emphasizes habitat quality over mere declarations.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

28 Jun, 2026

How saving elephants helps forests breathe easier, Pg8

India's elephant reserves boost forest carbon storage by 38%, aiding climate goals; study emphasizes habitat quality over mere declarations.

28 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

From Ganga to global pet markets: Police in MP map rail route of protected turtles, Pg1

MP police expose vast interstate railway network smuggling protected turtles from Ganga basin to global pet markets, prompting coordinated crackdown.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

28 Jun, 2026

From Ganga to global pet markets: Police in MP map rail route of protected turtles, Pg1

MP police expose vast interstate railway network smuggling protected turtles from Ganga basin to global pet markets, prompting coordinated crackdown.

28 Jun, 2026

Environment & Ecology

Govt's plan to revive struggling tiger reserves, Pg4

Govt's plan to revive struggling tiger reserves, Pg4

In Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, ministry's green nod for coal mining in Kente block, Pg9

In Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, ministry's green nod for coal mining in Kente block, Pg9

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

U.S. administration stand dents World Bank’s climate finance targets, Pg1

U.S. administration stand dents World Bank’s climate finance targets, Pg1

In EV Policy, electrification roadmap: Cars next after 3- & 2-wheelers, Pg8

In EV Policy, electrification roadmap: Cars next after 3- & 2-wheelers, Pg8

India's cotton farms need better soil, not just new GM seeds, Pg13

India's cotton farms need better soil, not just new GM seeds, Pg13

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

India seeks clarity as ‘tipping points’ rock Bonn climate talks, Pg2

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

709 new species and 353 taxa added to fauna, flora database, Pg14

Pure EVs over hybrids: Divergence of views in Govt led to change in draft plan, Pg6

Pure EVs over hybrids: Divergence of views in Govt led to change in draft plan, Pg6

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10

Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10

Why shift matters, Pg4

Why shift matters, Pg4

Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12

Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12

From seas to skies, India is becoming self-reliant: Modi, Pg12

From seas to skies, India is becoming self-reliant: Modi, Pg12

Shared responsibility must for Indian Ocean, says Modi, Pg1

Shared responsibility must for Indian Ocean, says Modi, Pg1

Govt flags priority intervention in 25 of 58 tiger reserves which are low on big cats or have none, Pg9

Govt flags priority intervention in 25 of 58 tiger reserves which are low on big cats or have none, Pg9

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

How saving elephants helps forests breathe easier, Pg8

How saving elephants helps forests breathe easier, Pg8

From Ganga to global pet markets: Police in MP map rail route of protected turtles, Pg1

From Ganga to global pet markets: Police in MP map rail route of protected turtles, Pg1

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