5 New Species of Rare Darwin Wasps Discovered

Recent findings by researchers at the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) have revealed five new species of Darwin wasps in India and Thailand, belonging to the subfamily Microleptinae, are notable for their parasitic life cycle, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

India’s Water Resources Assessment 2024

The Central Water Commission (CWC) has released its latest study, titled Assessment of Water Resources of India 2024, which estimates India’s average annual water availability at 2,115.95 billion cubic meters (BCM) from 1985 to 2023. The assessment incorporates various factors ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Arctic’s First Ice-Free Day by 2030: Recent Study

According to a recent study, the Arctic Ocean is projected to experience its first ice-free day by 2030. This occurs due to the increasing levels of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the atmosphere, which contribute to global warming. Researchers from the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Disaster Management Amendment Bill, 2024

The Lok Sabha has recently passed the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which aims to enhance the effectiveness of disaster management in India by modifying the existing Disaster Management Act of 2005. Key Changes Introduced The Bill transfers the responsibility ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

First Mako Shark Tagged in Mediterranean Sea

In a groundbreaking development, researchers from Virginia Tech tagged a young shortfin mako shark in the Mediterranean Sea, marking the first time this endangered species has been tagged in the region, which occurred during a summer 2023 research trip focused ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

WHO Predicts 55% Chance of La Niña Formation

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported the probability of La Niña developing soon, which leads to cooler ocean surface temperatures. However, current forecasts suggest that any cooling effects will be minimal. What is La Niña? La Niña is a ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Madhav Gadgil Receives Champions of the Earth Award

The United Nations honored ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the Champions of the Earth Award, which is the UN’s highest environmental recognition. Gadgil’s contributions focus on the Western Ghats, a vital biodiversity hotspot in India. Background of the Western Ghats The ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Rare Marbled Duck Spotted in Sultanpur Park

A marbled duck was spotted at Sultanpur National Park, marking the first sighting since 1990. The discovery was made by park guide Sanjay Singh and he shared photos with local birdwatchers, prompting a visit to the park. Marbled Duck Overview ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs