La Niña Conditions Confirmed in 2025

La Niña conditions have re-emerged in the Pacific Ocean, as reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on January 9, 2025. This phenomenon is part of the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO), which influences global weather patterns. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Global Temperature Records and Climate Trends

In 2024, the Earth experienced unprecedented warming, officially breaching the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold above pre-industrial levels. This marked the first time a calendar year exceeded this critical limit, with the average temperature recorded at 1.6 degrees Celsius higher than ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Mount Ibu in Indonesia Erupts

Mount Ibu, located in North Maluku, Indonesia, erupted recently, sending ash clouds up to 3 kilometres high. This eruption is part of a larger pattern of volcanic activity in the region, which is known for its geological volatility. The Centre ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Impact of Tropical Forest Loss on Biodiversity

Recent research conducted in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo, has showcased the detrimental effects of tropical forest loss on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. The study was part of the Stability of Altered Forest Ecosystems (SAFE) Project, which began in 2011. It aimed ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

GEAPP, International Solar Alliance Sign Multi-Donor Trust Fund for Solar Energy Projects

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has made strides in promoting solar energy in India. Recently, GEAPP signed a Multi-Donor Trust Fund with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) to mobilise $100 million for impactful solar energy projects. ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Whale Longevity

Recent research has revealed surprising vital information about the lifespans of Southern and North Atlantic right whales. This study, published in the journal *Science Advances*, indicates that Southern right whales can live well beyond the previously accepted lifespan of 70-80 ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Freshwater Species at Risk of Extinction

Recent assessments reveal alarming statistics regarding freshwater biodiversity. A study conducted by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) indicates that nearly 25 per cent of the 23,496 species examined are threatened with extinction. This analysis marks the urgent ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Ancient Ice Core Discovered in Antarctica

Recent advancements in climate science have emerged from Antarctica, where an international team of scientists successfully drilled an ice core estimated to be 1.2 million years old. This monumental achievement involved drilling nearly 2.8 kilometres deep to reach the Antarctic ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Tiger Migration in Maharashtra

In a remarkable wildlife event, a male tiger born in the Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary has travelled an astonishing distance of 500 kilometres to reach the Solapur district in Maharashtra. This journey has prompted the Pune Forest Department to propose relocating ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Mahakumbh 2025 – Prayagraj’s Green Initiative

In anticipation of Mahakumbh 2025, Prayagraj has embarked on an extensive greening project. The city aims to create dense forests to improve air quality for millions of expected visitors. Over the past two years, the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation has implemented ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs