Environment Current Affairs

Etalin Hydroelectric Project

April 17, 2025

The government has allocated Rs 269.97 crore for the Etalin Hydroelectric Project aimed at harnessing the hydropower potential of the Dibang Valley. It is expected to play a key role in the sustainable growth of the region. Project Details The ..

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European State of the Climate Report

April 16, 2025

In 2024, Europe recorded its warmest year ever. The European State of the Climate report brought into light stark contrasts between eastern and western regions. Eastern Europe faced extreme dryness and record warmth. In contrast, western Europe experienced warmer but ..

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Telangana Declares Heatwave As State-Specific Disaster

April 16, 2025

Recently, the Telangana government declared heatwaves and sunstroke as state-specific disasters. This decision aims to enhance climate resilience and protect vulnerable populations. The declaration allows the state to provide financial relief to families affected by heat-related incidents. Telangana becomes one ..

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Rainfall Trends and Vegetation Changes in India

April 15, 2025

Recent studies have revealed shifts in rainfall patterns across India between 2011 and 2020. The findings indicate that while some regions have experienced increased rainfall, others have seen a decline. This analysis is based on data from the Global Satellite ..

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Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action

April 14, 2025

The intersection of gender equality and climate change is a pressing issue in India. As we mark 30 years since the Beijing Declaration, gaps remain in implementing policies that promote gender equality. Rural women face unique challenges due to climate ..

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Climate Change Impact on Water Cycle in India

April 14, 2025

Recent studies indicate that climate change will affect the water cycle in the southern Western Ghats and surrounding coastal regions of India. Researchers predict a dramatic rise in rainfall and extreme weather events due to increasing temperatures. This research marks ..

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Mugger Crocodile Conservation Efforts in Tamil Nadu

April 14, 2025

Recent studies by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department are focusing on mapping the population of mugger crocodiles. These efforts aim to reduce human-crocodile conflicts in the Cauvery delta. The mugger crocodile, or marsh crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), is the most widespread ..

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Mount Spurr Volcano

April 14, 2025

Mount Spurr, situated near Anchorage, Alaska, is currently under scrutiny due to increased volcanic activity. A recent swarm of earthquakes has raised alarms among scientists and residents alike. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) has reported over 50 seismic events in ..

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Impact of Pharmaceuticals on Atlantic Salmon Behaviour

April 14, 2025

A recent study has revealed that wild Atlantic salmon are swimming faster due to human pharmaceuticals contaminating rivers. This unexpected result stems from the presence of drugs like clobazam, which have been found to alter salmon behaviour during their migration. ..

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New Species of Scarab Beetles Discovered in India

April 14, 2025

Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India and Germany’s Museum A. Koenig have identified six new species of Sericinae scarab beetles. Their findings, published in the journal Zootaxa, highlight India’s rich but underexplored insect diversity. Newly Discovered Species The six ..

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