Environment & Ecology Current Affairs for UPSC

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

Reading for a warming world: books that rethink nature, development and survival, Pg9

Authors warn against climate inaction, expose Great Nicobar project's ecological devastation, and champion nature-based solutions for a warming world, urging collective responsibility.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

4 Jun, 2026

Reading for a warming world: books that rethink nature, development and survival, Pg9

Authors warn against climate inaction, expose Great Nicobar project's ecological devastation, and champion nature-based solutions for a warming world, urging collective responsibility.

4 Jun, 2026

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

Cabinet nod for Rs 9,585-cr scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR, Pg5

Union Cabinet greenlights Rs 9,585 crore 'cleaner mobility' scheme to replace 2 lakh old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR, slashing vehicular emissions.

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

4 Jun, 2026

Cabinet nod for Rs 9,585-cr scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR, Pg5

Union Cabinet greenlights Rs 9,585 crore 'cleaner mobility' scheme to replace 2 lakh old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR, slashing vehicular emissions.

4 Jun, 2026

Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

AIIMS Delhi study shows how air pollutants breach placental barriers and affect foetuses, Pg14

AIIMS Delhi study maps how urban air pollution breaches placental barriers, silencing vital foetal growth protein, causing lasting harm to babies.

Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

AIIMS Delhi study shows how air pollutants breach placental barriers and affect foetuses, Pg14

AIIMS Delhi study maps how urban air pollution breaches placental barriers, silencing vital foetal growth protein, causing lasting harm to babies.

3 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Tigress Zeenat gives birth to four cubs in Odisha’s Similipal, Pg14

Tigress Zeenat, translocated from Maharashtra, births four cubs in Odisha's Similipal Tiger Reserve, boosting genetic diversity and conservation efforts after previous failures.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

Tigress Zeenat gives birth to four cubs in Odisha’s Similipal, Pg14

Tigress Zeenat, translocated from Maharashtra, births four cubs in Odisha's Similipal Tiger Reserve, boosting genetic diversity and conservation efforts after previous failures.

3 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

How runaway tigress's cubs could save big cat population in Odisha's Similipal, Pg9

Runaway tigress Zeenat births four cubs in Similipal, boosting genetic diversity and securing the future of Odisha's unique pseudo-melanistic tiger population.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

How runaway tigress's cubs could save big cat population in Odisha's Similipal, Pg9

Runaway tigress Zeenat births four cubs in Similipal, boosting genetic diversity and securing the future of Odisha's unique pseudo-melanistic tiger population.

3 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1.5 crore artificial groundwater recharge, storage works under JSJB initiative: Minister, Pg7

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative reports 1.5 crore groundwater recharge works, boosting India's water security through community efforts.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

1.5 crore artificial groundwater recharge, storage works under JSJB initiative: Minister, Pg7

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative reports 1.5 crore groundwater recharge works, boosting India's water security through community efforts.

3 Jun, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Supreme Court appoints high-powered panel under ICFRE DG Kanchan Devi to independently review controversial Aravalli definition report, ensuring impartial ecological protection against unregulated mining.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Supreme Court appoints high-powered panel under ICFRE DG Kanchan Devi to independently review controversial Aravalli definition report, ensuring impartial ecological protection against unregulated mining.

3 Jun, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Indian cities grapple with rising summer pollution levels; dust storms, vehicular emissions, and ozone formation exacerbate air quality issues.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jun, 2026

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Indian cities grapple with rising summer pollution levels; dust storms, vehicular emissions, and ozone formation exacerbate air quality issues.

2 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

2 Jun, 2026

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

2 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

Babesiosis outbreak in Gujarat's Gir raises concerns about Asiatic lion conservation and need for multiple populations to mitigate extinction risks.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jun, 2026

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

Babesiosis outbreak in Gujarat's Gir raises concerns about Asiatic lion conservation and need for multiple populations to mitigate extinction risks.

2 Jun, 2026

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

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

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

2 Jun, 2026

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

2 Jun, 2026

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

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

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

1 Jun, 2026

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

1 Jun, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Scientists modify rice paper with hydrazination to selectively extract gold nanoparticles from e-waste, offering sustainable recovery method.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Scientists modify rice paper with hydrazination to selectively extract gold nanoparticles from e-waste, offering sustainable recovery method.

31 May, 2026

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

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

Air pollution in India slashed solar power output by 9.6% in 2023, costing 15 TWh, says Nature study.

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

31 May, 2026

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

Air pollution in India slashed solar power output by 9.6% in 2023, costing 15 TWh, says Nature study.

31 May, 2026

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

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

New cascade frog species, Amolops kamal, discovered in Nagaland's hill streams, highlighting Northeast's unmapped biodiversity and need for conservation.

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

31 May, 2026

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

New cascade frog species, Amolops kamal, discovered in Nagaland's hill streams, highlighting Northeast's unmapped biodiversity and need for conservation.

31 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Elephant decline in East Africa triggers 23% drop in dung beetle species, threatening savannah ecosystem and seed dispersal.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Elephant decline in East Africa triggers 23% drop in dung beetle species, threatening savannah ecosystem and seed dispersal.

31 May, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

Supreme Court slams Rajasthan, MP, UP over illegal sand mining in Chambal sanctuary, citing administrative apathy and erosion of rule of law.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

31 May, 2026

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

Supreme Court slams Rajasthan, MP, UP over illegal sand mining in Chambal sanctuary, citing administrative apathy and erosion of rule of law.

31 May, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

ESG compliance transforms into business priority due to EU carbon tax and India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

ESG compliance transforms into business priority due to EU carbon tax and India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme.

31 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

30 May, 2026

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

30 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

The suspected Babesia outbreak highlights that conserving endangered species requires not only habitat protection but also robust disease management and wildlife health monitoring.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

30 May, 2026

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

The suspected Babesia outbreak highlights that conserving endangered species requires not only habitat protection but also robust disease management and wildlife health monitoring.

30 May, 2026

Environment & Ecology

Reading for a warming world: books that rethink nature, development and survival, Pg9

Reading for a warming world: books that rethink nature, development and survival, Pg9

Cabinet nod for Rs 9,585-cr scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR, Pg5

Cabinet nod for Rs 9,585-cr scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR, Pg5

AIIMS Delhi study shows how air pollutants breach placental barriers and affect foetuses, Pg14

AIIMS Delhi study shows how air pollutants breach placental barriers and affect foetuses, Pg14

Tigress Zeenat gives birth to four cubs in Odisha’s Similipal, Pg14

Tigress Zeenat gives birth to four cubs in Odisha’s Similipal, Pg14

How runaway tigress's cubs could save big cat population in Odisha's Similipal, Pg9

How runaway tigress's cubs could save big cat population in Odisha's Similipal, Pg9

1.5 crore artificial groundwater recharge, storage works under JSJB initiative: Minister, Pg7

1.5 crore artificial groundwater recharge, storage works under JSJB initiative: Minister, Pg7

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

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