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Survival Strategies of Antarctic Midge

February 17, 2025

The Antarctic midge (Belgica antarctica) is the only insect native to Antarctica. It has adapted to survive in one of the harshest climates on Earth. Recent studies have revealed its unique strategies for coping with extreme cold and seasonal changes. ..

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Coral Reefs’ Historical Resilience in Gulf of Eilat

February 17, 2025

Recent studies have revealed vital information about the growth patterns of coral reefs in the Gulf of Eilat. Researchers found a 3,000-year hiatus in coral growth, lasting from approximately 4,400 to 1,000 years ago. This period of inactivity may have ..

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India’s Carbon Sequestration

February 17, 2025

India’s green cover has been absorbing more carbon than it emits annually over the past decade. This achievement marks the crucial role of vegetation in mitigating climate change. However, recent studies indicate that this carbon sequestration capacity declines during extreme ..

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Pesticides Impact Over 800 Species in Ecosystems

February 15, 2025

Recent studies have revealed alarming vital information about the effects of pesticides on non-target organisms. A comprehensive analysis published in *Nature Communications* indicates that over 800 species, including microbes, fungi, plants, insects, fish, birds, and mammals, are adversely affected by ..

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Early Warnings for All (EW4All) Initiative

February 15, 2025

The Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative was launched by the United Nations in 2022. Its aim is to protect vulnerable populations from hazardous weather and climate events by implementing effective early warning systems (EWS) by the end of 2027. ..

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Zoonotic Disease Risks in Urban-Wildland Interfaces

February 15, 2025

Recent studies reveal that nearly 44 per cent of the global population, approximately 3.5 billion people, may face exposure to zoonotic diseases. The research, conducted by Yale School of the Environment, focuses on areas where urbanisation meets wildlife, termed the ..

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Haryana Government Permits Nilgai Shooting

February 14, 2025

The Haryana government has recently approved new Wildlife (Protection) Rules permitting the shooting of male Nilgais, also known as blue bulls. This decision has ignited protests from environmentalists and local communities, particularly the Bishnoi community. Critics argue that this approach ..

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Germanwatch Report on Extreme Weather Events in India

February 13, 2025

India has faced severe consequences from extreme weather events over the past three decades. According to a report by Germanwatch, India ranks as the sixth-most affected country globally between 1993 and 2022. The report marks 80,000 fatalities and economic losses ..

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Green Credit Programme and Ecomark Scheme

February 13, 2025

The Green Credit Programme (GCP) and the Ecomark Scheme are two initiatives launched by the Government of India in October 2023. These programmes aim to promote environmental sustainability and encourage eco-friendly practices among individuals, communities, and businesses. The GCP incentivises ..

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Challenges of Forest Rights Act

February 13, 2025

The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, also known as the Forest Rights Act (FRA), was intended to empower forest dwellers in India. Sixteen years after its implementation, challenges remain. A recent study ..

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