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Mangroves as Bio-Sheids Against Coastal Disasters

February 25, 2025

Coastal mangroves serve as vital bio-shields against natural disasters. Recent research marks their effectiveness in mitigating the impacts of tsunamis and flooding along India’s coastline. The study, conducted by a team from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, utilised advanced ..

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Ex INS Guldar Transformed Into Underwater Museum

February 25, 2025

The Indian Navy has recently transferred Ex INS Guldar, a decommissioned Landing Ship Tank (Medium), to the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Limited (MTDC). This initiative marks a pioneering effort in India to convert a retired naval vessel into an underwater ..

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Kerala’s Waste Management Crisis

February 25, 2025

Recent reports highlight Kerala’s unsustainable waste management practices. The state has been offloading non-biodegradable waste to neighbouring states, primarily Tamil Nadu. This approach is seen as a temporary solution that shifts the burden rather than addressing the root causes. The ..

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EU Classifies Caffeine As Harmful

February 25, 2025

The European Union has recently classified caffeine as harmful to humans if swallowed under new chemical safety regulations. This decision has generated discussion, particularly regarding its implications for everyday caffeine consumption. Background of the Regulation The European Commission’s ruling is ..

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CBD COP16 to Resume in Rome

February 25, 2025

The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is resuming in Rome, Italy. This critical meeting takes place from February 25 to 27, 2025. Global leaders are under pressure to fulfil their financial and ..

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Soligas and Tiger Conservation in BRT Tiger Reserve

February 24, 2025

The Soliga tribe inhabits the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. Their relationship with the tiger population is very important to conservation efforts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light their contributions during the 119th edition of Mann ..

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Mount Dukono Eruption

February 24, 2025

Mount Dukono, located in Indonesia’s North Maluku province, erupted recently, prompting safety measures. The eruption sent ash clouds rising up to 2,000 metres. This event has raised concerns for aviation safety and local residents. Mount Dukono Mount Dukono is an ..

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Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater Breeding Site

February 24, 2025

The Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater (Merops persicus) has recently been confirmed to breed in peninsular India. This discovery was made in the saltpans of Aandivilai, near the Manakudy Mangroves in Kanniyakumari district. Characteristics of the Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater The Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater is known ..

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