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Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Union Environment Minister Leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 Celebrations and Inaugurates National Workshop Themed ‘From Crisis to Recovery – Conserving India’s Vultures’, at Panchkula

Union Environment Minister leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026, inaugurating a national workshop on vulture conservation and recovery efforts in Panchkula.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Sep, 2026

Union Environment Minister Leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 Celebrations and Inaugurates National Workshop Themed ‘From Crisis to Recovery – Conserving India’s Vultures’, at Panchkula

Union Environment Minister leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026, inaugurating a national workshop on vulture conservation and recovery efforts in Panchkula.

7 Sep, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Glacial collapse unlikely to halt China’s plan to build mega dam, Pg1

China advances its 1.2 trillion Yuan Yarlung Zangbo mega dam project, raising India's concerns over downstream water flow and ecological impacts.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

6 Sep, 2026

Glacial collapse unlikely to halt China’s plan to build mega dam, Pg1

China advances its 1.2 trillion Yuan Yarlung Zangbo mega dam project, raising India's concerns over downstream water flow and ecological impacts.

6 Sep, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UN General Assembly endorses using Equal Earth projection map, Pg16

UN General Assembly backs Equal Earth map, promoting accurate global landmass representation, correcting Mercator's distortion of Africa's true size.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

6 Sep, 2026

UN General Assembly endorses using Equal Earth projection map, Pg16

UN General Assembly backs Equal Earth map, promoting accurate global landmass representation, correcting Mercator's distortion of Africa's true size.

6 Sep, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Striped hyenas help keep India clean, but remain misunderstood, Pg13

India's striped hyenas, vital scavengers keeping ecosystems clean, remain misunderstood and lack a unified conservation plan despite legal protection.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

6 Sep, 2026

Striped hyenas help keep India clean, but remain misunderstood, Pg13

India's striped hyenas, vital scavengers keeping ecosystems clean, remain misunderstood and lack a unified conservation plan despite legal protection.

6 Sep, 2026

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

Dragonflies are bellwethers of earth’s ecosystems, Pg13

Dragonflies, ancient insect predators, serve as crucial ecological bellwethers, with dwindling populations signaling environmental degradation from pesticides and climate change.

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

6 Sep, 2026

Dragonflies are bellwethers of earth’s ecosystems, Pg13

Dragonflies, ancient insect predators, serve as crucial ecological bellwethers, with dwindling populations signaling environmental degradation from pesticides and climate change.

6 Sep, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Coal India Output and Dispatch Set to Accelerate as Monsoon Effect Wanes

Coal India's output and dispatch accelerate as monsoon recedes, boosting power sector supplies and overcoming operational challenges for energy security.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

6 Sep, 2026

Coal India Output and Dispatch Set to Accelerate as Monsoon Effect Wanes

Coal India's output and dispatch accelerate as monsoon recedes, boosting power sector supplies and overcoming operational challenges for energy security.

6 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

Over A Third Of UP Districts Hit By Floods, Pg8

Over one-third of Uttar Pradesh's districts are grappling with severe floods, affecting 3.53 lakh people as relief operations intensify.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Disaster and Disaster Management

5 Sep, 2026

Over A Third Of UP Districts Hit By Floods, Pg8

Over one-third of Uttar Pradesh's districts are grappling with severe floods, affecting 3.53 lakh people as relief operations intensify.

5 Sep, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

SC's expert panel seeks more time to examine multiple yardsticks to define Aravallis, Pg4

Supreme Court's expert panel requests six-month extension to scientifically define Aravallis with ecosystem-based framework, rejecting single terrain criteria for conservation.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Sep, 2026

SC's expert panel seeks more time to examine multiple yardsticks to define Aravallis, Pg4

Supreme Court's expert panel requests six-month extension to scientifically define Aravallis with ecosystem-based framework, rejecting single terrain criteria for conservation.

5 Sep, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

‘More than 120 killed as Yemen’s Houthis, government forces clash’, Pg12

Yemen's Houthis and government forces clash near Bab el-Mandeb, killing over 120 in deadliest fighting in years, threatening Red Sea shipping.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

5 Sep, 2026

‘More than 120 killed as Yemen’s Houthis, government forces clash’, Pg12

Yemen's Houthis and government forces clash near Bab el-Mandeb, killing over 120 in deadliest fighting in years, threatening Red Sea shipping.

5 Sep, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Geothermal Energy

India launches ambitious geothermal energy drive, commissioning first wells in Ladakh under National Policy to achieve Net Zero by 2070.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

5 Sep, 2026

Geothermal Energy

India launches ambitious geothermal energy drive, commissioning first wells in Ladakh under National Policy to achieve Net Zero by 2070.

5 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Disaster and Disaster Management

‘Supersized’ El Nino to be strongest ever recorded: UN, Pg16

UN warns 'supersized' El Nino could be strongest ever, persisting until 2027, raising global extreme weather risks significantly.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Sep, 2026

‘Supersized’ El Nino to be strongest ever recorded: UN, Pg16

UN warns 'supersized' El Nino could be strongest ever, persisting until 2027, raising global extreme weather risks significantly.

4 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Disaster and Disaster Management

States, Union Territories told to monitor glacial lakes, Pg14

Union Home Secretary directs Himalayan states to boost GLOF and avalanche preparedness, stressing proactive monitoring and early warning systems after recent Nepal floods.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Sep, 2026

States, Union Territories told to monitor glacial lakes, Pg14

Union Home Secretary directs Himalayan states to boost GLOF and avalanche preparedness, stressing proactive monitoring and early warning systems after recent Nepal floods.

4 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Vulnerable Sections India and its Neighbourhood Relations Disaster and Disaster Management

Keeping Pace With a Succession of Climate Shock Events, Pg9

Nepal's devastating floods underscore South Asia's increasing climate shocks, revealing marginalized communities' extreme vulnerability and the urgent need for regional cooperation.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Vulnerable Sections India and its Neighbourhood Relations Disaster and Disaster Management

4 Sep, 2026

Keeping Pace With a Succession of Climate Shock Events, Pg9

Nepal's devastating floods underscore South Asia's increasing climate shocks, revealing marginalized communities' extreme vulnerability and the urgent need for regional cooperation.

4 Sep, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: From Local Action to Water Security

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative, launched in 2024, promotes community-led water conservation and groundwater recharge through various schemes and public participation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

4 Sep, 2026

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: From Local Action to Water Security

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative, launched in 2024, promotes community-led water conservation and groundwater recharge through various schemes and public participation.

4 Sep, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Shah Blames Global Warming; Flood Death Toll Climbs to 1,243, Pg2

Nepal's PM blames global warming for devastating flash floods killing 1,243, seeks international justice and support for rehabilitation efforts.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

3 Sep, 2026

Shah Blames Global Warming; Flood Death Toll Climbs to 1,243, Pg2

Nepal's PM blames global warming for devastating flash floods killing 1,243, seeks international justice and support for rehabilitation efforts.

3 Sep, 2026

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

Fragile Ecology, Competing Interests: The Red Flags In Building Himalayan Dams, Pg15

Devastating Nepal floods highlight Himalayan dams' ecological risks amid climate change and geopolitical tensions, urging urgent transboundary cooperation for disaster mitigation.

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

3 Sep, 2026

Fragile Ecology, Competing Interests: The Red Flags In Building Himalayan Dams, Pg15

Devastating Nepal floods highlight Himalayan dams' ecological risks amid climate change and geopolitical tensions, urging urgent transboundary cooperation for disaster mitigation.

3 Sep, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Chinese overcapacity is a problem for the world, Pg13

China's manufacturing overcapacity, driven by state subsidies, creates global trade imbalances, impacts developing economies, and poses strategic vulnerabilities for India's self-reliance.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

3 Sep, 2026

Chinese overcapacity is a problem for the world, Pg13

China's manufacturing overcapacity, driven by state subsidies, creates global trade imbalances, impacts developing economies, and poses strategic vulnerabilities for India's self-reliance.

3 Sep, 2026

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

Mountains Bind India, China, and Nepal to a Shared Destiny. They Need to Honour It, Pg13

Nepal's recent catastrophe underscores urgent need for India, China, and Nepal to establish a tripartite mechanism for environmental cooperation in the climate-vulnerable Himalayas.

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

3 Sep, 2026

Mountains Bind India, China, and Nepal to a Shared Destiny. They Need to Honour It, Pg13

Nepal's recent catastrophe underscores urgent need for India, China, and Nepal to establish a tripartite mechanism for environmental cooperation in the climate-vulnerable Himalayas.

3 Sep, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

UN charts course to manage global warming-limit breach, Pg1

UNEP outlines 'overshoot, peak, and decline' pathway to manage unavoidable 1.5°C global warming breach, urging rapid emission cuts and nature-based solutions.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Sep, 2026

UN charts course to manage global warming-limit breach, Pg1

UNEP outlines 'overshoot, peak, and decline' pathway to manage unavoidable 1.5°C global warming breach, urging rapid emission cuts and nature-based solutions.

3 Sep, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Decoding Russia’s reliance on Indian petroleum products, Pg7

Ukrainian attacks force Russia to import refined petroleum from India, marking a significant shift in global oil trade dynamics and benefiting Indian refiners.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

3 Sep, 2026

Decoding Russia’s reliance on Indian petroleum products, Pg7

Ukrainian attacks force Russia to import refined petroleum from India, marking a significant shift in global oil trade dynamics and benefiting Indian refiners.

3 Sep, 2026

Geography

Union Environment Minister Leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 Celebrations and Inaugurates National Workshop Themed ‘From Crisis to Recovery – Conserving India’s Vultures’, at Panchkula

Union Environment Minister Leads International Vulture Awareness Day 2026 Celebrations and Inaugurates National Workshop Themed ‘From Crisis to Recovery – Conserving India’s Vultures’, at Panchkula

Glacial collapse unlikely to halt China’s plan to build mega dam, Pg1

Glacial collapse unlikely to halt China’s plan to build mega dam, Pg1

UN General Assembly endorses using Equal Earth projection map, Pg16

UN General Assembly endorses using Equal Earth projection map, Pg16

Striped hyenas help keep India clean, but remain misunderstood, Pg13

Striped hyenas help keep India clean, but remain misunderstood, Pg13

Dragonflies are bellwethers of earth’s ecosystems, Pg13

Dragonflies are bellwethers of earth’s ecosystems, Pg13

Coal India Output and Dispatch Set to Accelerate as Monsoon Effect Wanes

Coal India Output and Dispatch Set to Accelerate as Monsoon Effect Wanes

Over A Third Of UP Districts Hit By Floods, Pg8

Over A Third Of UP Districts Hit By Floods, Pg8

SC's expert panel seeks more time to examine multiple yardsticks to define Aravallis, Pg4

SC's expert panel seeks more time to examine multiple yardsticks to define Aravallis, Pg4

‘More than 120 killed as Yemen’s Houthis, government forces clash’, Pg12

‘More than 120 killed as Yemen’s Houthis, government forces clash’, Pg12

Geothermal Energy

Geothermal Energy

‘Supersized’ El Nino to be strongest ever recorded: UN, Pg16

‘Supersized’ El Nino to be strongest ever recorded: UN, Pg16

States, Union Territories told to monitor glacial lakes, Pg14

States, Union Territories told to monitor glacial lakes, Pg14

Keeping Pace With a Succession of Climate Shock Events, Pg9

Keeping Pace With a Succession of Climate Shock Events, Pg9

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: From Local Action to Water Security

Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: From Local Action to Water Security

Shah Blames Global Warming; Flood Death Toll Climbs to 1,243, Pg2

Shah Blames Global Warming; Flood Death Toll Climbs to 1,243, Pg2

Fragile Ecology, Competing Interests: The Red Flags In Building Himalayan Dams, Pg15

Fragile Ecology, Competing Interests: The Red Flags In Building Himalayan Dams, Pg15

Chinese overcapacity is a problem for the world, Pg13

Chinese overcapacity is a problem for the world, Pg13

Mountains Bind India, China, and Nepal to a Shared Destiny. They Need to Honour It, Pg13

Mountains Bind India, China, and Nepal to a Shared Destiny. They Need to Honour It, Pg13

UN charts course to manage global warming-limit breach, Pg1

UN charts course to manage global warming-limit breach, Pg1

Decoding Russia’s reliance on Indian petroleum products, Pg7

Decoding Russia’s reliance on Indian petroleum products, Pg7

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