Kanger Valley National Park

Kanger Valley National Park (KVNP) has been added to the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites under the ‘Natural’ category. This park, nestled in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and geological ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Caracal in Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve

Recently, Rajasthan’s Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma announced the first photographic record of a caracal in Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. This discovery marks the ongoing conservation efforts in the region. The caracal, a medium-sized wild cat, is now classified as endangered ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Anomalous Temperature Pattern

The anticipation surrounding India’s summer monsoon is heightened by concerns about climate patterns. The El Niño and La Niña phenomena play critical roles in determining monsoon behaviour. Recently, conflicting predictions regarding these phenomena are causing uncertainty. El Niño and La ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Impact of Air Pollution on Solar Energy

India is experiencing challenges in harnessing solar energy due to air pollution and climate change. A study conducted by researchers at IIT Delhi marks how these factors impair solar panel performance. As the fifth-largest solar power producer globally, India aims ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Heat Action Plans

As India braces for another intense summer, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is set to implement an additional 300 Heat Action Plans (HAPs) across cities. These plans aim to combat the rising temperatures that have already seen heatwaves commencing ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction 2024-2025

In 2024, the building and construction sector’s emissions did not increase for the first time since 2020. This milestone was reported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction. Despite this progress, the ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Uniyala Keralensis

Recently, researchers confirmed the existence of a new plant species, Uniyala keralensis, in the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve in Kerala. This discovery marks the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The species was first collected 27 ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Melioidosis in Odisha

Recent studies have brought into light the growing concern of melioidosis, particularly in Odisha. Research indicates that South Asia accounts for portion of global melioidosis cases. The collaboration between microbiologists and climate scientists aims to understand the conditions that facilitate ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Water Contamination Crisis in India

Recently, a parliamentary committee raised alarms about water contamination across India. The Standing Committee on Water Resources reported that over 11,000 habitations in multiple states lack adequate measures to address pollutants like iron, nitrate, and heavy metals. This situation poses ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Taxonomic Revision of the Javan Rhino

Recent studies have brought into light findings regarding the Javan rhinoceros, a critically endangered species. Researchers suggest that this rhino should be placed in a new genus, Eurhinoceros, due to distinct morphological and ecological traits. This revision puts stress on ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs