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Elephant Population Estimates

August 14, 2023

The recently released Elephant Population Estimates conducted jointly by the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala reveal varying trends in elephant populations. While Karnataka and Tamil Nadu witnessed slight increases in elephant numbers between 2017 and 2023, Kerala experienced ..

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Enhanced Analysis of Global Water Distribution

August 14, 2023

A recent analysis by scientists from the University of Bonn reveals that droughts worldwide are more widespread than previously recorded by the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) data from 2002-2017. The study combines GRACE satellite measurements with the WaterGAP ..

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Climate Change Fuels Spread of Plant Pests

August 14, 2023

Tea plantations in India are facing unprecedented challenges as the tea mosquito bug, typically confined to low elevation areas, is spreading to high elevation plantations due to climate change. The bug’s expansion has resulted in significant decreases in tea production ..

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Hawaiian Island of Maui Devastated by Wildfires

August 12, 2023

Wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have left a landscape of destruction, with at least 100 reported deaths and numerous survivors recounting tales of narrowly escaping the flames. The fires caught the island by surprise, destroying over 1,000 structures, ..

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India Reduces Emissions Rate by 33 Percent over 14 Years

August 10, 2023

Over the past 14 years, India has showcased significant progress in its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2005 to 2019, the country remarkably decreased its greenhouse emissions rate by 33%. This not only demonstrates India’s capability to adapt ..

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Link Between Air Pollution and Rise of Antibiotic Resistance

August 9, 2023

Air pollution, a pressing concern for global health, is now revealing another alarming consequence – its association with the rise of antibiotic resistance. A groundbreaking global study has brought to light the intricate connection between air pollution and the increasing ..

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IWC’s First Extinction Alert

August 8, 2023

On August 7, 2023, the International Whaling Commission (IWC) released its first ever ‘extinction alert,’ focusing on the vaquita porpoise, a species with a mere 10 remaining individuals located in the Gulf of California or Sea of Cortez in Mexico. ..

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“Still Unprepared” Report

August 7, 2023

In 2022, India experienced extreme weather events impacting the nation on a staggering 314 out of 365 days. As climate change accelerates, the urgency to address climate risks becomes paramount, especially for major Indian banks. A recent analysis conducted by ..

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Impact of Climate Change on Shaligrams

August 7, 2023

Shaligrams, revered by Hindus and Buddhists for over 2,000 years, are enigmatic ancient fossils of ammonites, an extinct class of sea creatures related to modern squids. These mystical stones hold great significance in the religious and cultural traditions of South ..

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2023 Plastic Overshoot Day Report

August 1, 2023

Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, causing significant harm to ecosystems and wildlife. One crucial milestone in this crisis is Plastic Overshoot Day, which signals the point at which the amount ..

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