Indian Scientists Develop Eco-Friendly Solar Cell Material

Indian researchers have created a novel solar harvesting material that substitutes toxic lead with greener magnesium. This marks an important breakthrough for affordable and sustainable photovoltaics. The Promise and Perils of Perovskite Perovskite solar cells have shown tremendous efficiency promises ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs

The Murky Laws Around Charging for Carry Bags in India

The recent Rs 9,000 penalty on clothing brand Lifestyle for charging a customer for a paper bag highlights India’s ambiguous rules on carry bag fees. Despite some court rulings against surprise charges, confusion persists. Origin of the Problem India’s 2011 ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Wang’s Garden Lizard Discovered in China

Researchers have identified a new species of iguana living in southern China and Vietnam that was previously confused with a close iguana relative found in the region. Meet Calotes Wangi The lizard has been named Calotes wangi or Wang’s garden ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

The Spread of the ‘Zombie Deer Disease’

A concerning brain illness nicknamed “zombie deer disease” is spreading rapidly among wildlife in parts of the United States, prompting warnings from researchers about potential transmission to humans. What is Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)? Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

The Global Land Squeeze

As countries pledge ambitious climate and conservation goals that depend on land use, they are realizing there may not be enough usable land to meet all targets. Current Commitments Exceed Available Land Countries have committed to setting aside 120 million ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Llama Poop Boosts Soil Fertility

Llamas, with their unique contribution through grazing, shedding, and pooping, have emerged as potential saviors for soil fertility, particularly in areas impacted by deglaciation. A recent scientific study conducted over three years in the Cordillera Blanca region of the Andes ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Century’s Largest Flood Hits Far North Queensland

A massive flood, triggered by the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Jasper, has struck Australia’s Far North Queensland (FNQ), marking the largest flood in over a century. Jasper, making landfall on December 13, 2023, left a trail of devastation with unprecedented ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme

Amidst growing global concerns about deforestation and the illicit trade in timber, the Indian government has introduced its own national forest certification scheme. This initiative, known as the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS), aims to validate entities committed ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs

Unprecedented Heat Wave in Madagascar

Madagascar, renowned for its biodiversity, is facing an alarming situation as it experiences a heat wave two months earlier than usual. The African island country encountered its hottest October on record this year, with temperatures surpassing 2.5°C above the average ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Chum Salmon’s Unprecedented Migration

Chum salmon, known for their anadromous nature, have surprised scientists by finding a new spawning location in the Arctic waters. Typically, these fish hatch in freshwater before migrating to the ocean for feeding, but recent discoveries suggest a shift in ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs