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Conjoined Silverline: New Butterfly Species With Silver-Lined Wings

January 12, 2024

A striking new butterfly species called the Conjoined Silverline, distinguished by its shiny wing patterns, has been identified in Karnataka’s Kodagu district – the first such find in India’s Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot since the 1970s. Signature Features The newly ..

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2023 Smashes Temperature Records Amid Accelerating Climate Change

January 11, 2024

Initial climate data reports that 2023 was the hottest calendar year globally since instrumental records began in 1850. This confirms scientific warnings that climate change continues rapidly intensifying with each passing year. New Annual Heat Milestones According to the EU’s ..

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First Polar Bear Death from Bird Flu

January 10, 2024

The unrelenting global spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has now extended into polar bear populations at the planet’s farthest reaches after the first documented death of the vulnerable species from the virus late last year in northernmost Alaska. ..

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Study Finds Abundant Micro and Nanoplastics in Bottled Water

January 10, 2024

A new study utilizing advanced microscopy techniques has detected extremely high levels of micro and nanoplastic particles in several popular bottled water brands. On average, each liter was found to contain over 200,000 plastic fragments – with around 90% sized ..

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Shark Meat Consumption Surges in India

January 9, 2024

A new study finds that shark and ray meat, historically eaten only by Indian coastal and tribal communities, has grown popular at restaurants catering to tourists and middle-class consumers. This rising demand could drive overfishing of already threatened shark populations. ..

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Western Europe Flooding Highlights Climate Threats

January 9, 2024

Extreme rainfall over the past two weeks has flooded many regions across Western Europe, damaging homes and infrastructure while forcing hundreds to evacuate. Scale of the Disaster France has witnessed the worst effects so far, with over 300 people evacuated ..

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Denmark Launches Green Fuels Alliance to Boost Sustainable Energy Partnerships with India

January 9, 2024

The Danish government has announced the launch of the Green Fuels Alliance India (GFAI), a strategic initiative aimed at advancing collaboration between Denmark and India in the sustainable energy solutions sector. This new partnership seeks to promote growth in green ..

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India Implements New Emission Test Rules for Vehicles Under BS VI Norms

January 9, 2024

The Indian government has notified updated test procedures and requirements for vehicle manufacturers seeking regulatory approval under the country’s strict Bharat Stage VI (BS VI) emission standards. The new testing guidelines provide clarity around allowable fuels and sampling methods for ..

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