Kerala’s Waste Management Crisis

Recent reports highlight Kerala’s unsustainable waste management practices. The state has been offloading non-biodegradable waste to neighbouring states, primarily Tamil Nadu. This approach is seen as a temporary solution that shifts the burden rather than addressing the root causes. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

EU Classifies Caffeine As Harmful

The European Union has recently classified caffeine as harmful to humans if swallowed under new chemical safety regulations. This decision has generated discussion, particularly regarding its implications for everyday caffeine consumption. Background of the Regulation The European Commission’s ruling is ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

CBD COP16 to Resume in Rome

The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is resuming in Rome, Italy. This critical meeting takes place from February 25 to 27, 2025. Global leaders are under pressure to fulfil their financial and ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Soligas and Tiger Conservation in BRT Tiger Reserve

The Soliga tribe inhabits the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. Their relationship with the tiger population is very important to conservation efforts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light their contributions during the 119th edition of Mann ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Mount Dukono Eruption

Mount Dukono, located in Indonesia’s North Maluku province, erupted recently, prompting safety measures. The eruption sent ash clouds rising up to 2,000 metres. This event has raised concerns for aviation safety and local residents. Mount Dukono Mount Dukono is an ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater Breeding Site

The Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater (Merops persicus) has recently been confirmed to breed in peninsular India. This discovery was made in the saltpans of Aandivilai, near the Manakudy Mangroves in Kanniyakumari district. Characteristics of the Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater The Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater is known ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Biodiversity Loss Driven by Global Consumption Patterns

Recent research marks the impact of developed countries on global biodiversity loss. A study by Princeton University published in February 2025 reveals that consumption patterns in high-income nations are a major driver of species decline in other countries. This research ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Impact of Marine Heat Waves on Arctic Mammals

Recent studies highlight the serious impacts of marine heat waves (MHWs) on marine mammals in Arctic and Subarctic regions. As ocean temperatures rise, these mammals face increased mortality rates, reduced reproductive success, and heightened vulnerability to diseases. The Arctic Ocean ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

nPROUD Initiative

Recently, Kerala initiated the nPROUD (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs) to address the environmental and health hazards posed by expired and unused medicines. This pioneering government-led initiative aims to create a systematic approach to collect and dispose of ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Biannual Transparency Report on Emissions

India is finalising its inaugural Biannual Transparency Report (BTR) as part of its obligations under the 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change. This report will detail India’s greenhouse gas emissions, key sectors, and measures taken to enhance energy efficiency. It ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs