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Tamil Nadu Court Advances Invasive Species Eradication Efforts

November 5, 2024

The Madras High Court reported progress in eradicating exotic and invasive species from Tamil Nadu’s forests. The focus is on a specific invasive species, Senna spectabilis, which is set to be completely removed by October 1, 2025. This initiative is ..

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Kerala’s Coastal Zone Management Plan Approved

November 5, 2024

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change approved Coastal Zone Management Plans (CZMPs) for ten coastal districts in Kerala. This decision aligns with the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification of 2019. It allows for relaxed rules, enabling development ..

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Punjab’s Hybrid Rice Controversy

November 5, 2024

Punjab’s paddy milling sector is facing challenges regarding the late storage of paddy. The controversy revolves around hybrid rice seeds, specifically Sava 7501, Sava 7301, and 468. While hybrid rice is known for enhancing productivity globally, Punjab rice millers question ..

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Tamil Nadu Declares Heatwave a State Disaster

November 4, 2024

The Tamil Nadu government declared heatwaves a State-specific disaster. This decision aims to provide relief for those affected by extreme heat. It includes financial aid for families of heat-related fatalities and interim measures to manage heat impacts. Funding will come ..

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What is Deepam 2.0 Scheme?

November 2, 2024

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched the Deepam 2.0 scheme in Edupuram, Srikakulam. This initiative offers free gas cylinders to women, aiming to provide clean cooking energy and improve living conditions. Naidu personally distributed the cylinders, denoting the importance ..

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Aandhi Village’s Journey to Zero-Waste Transformation

October 30, 2024

Aandhi, a small village in Jaipur district, is adopting a zero-waste model. This initiative is driven by green technology. The village aims to convert various types of waste into valuable resources. This includes food waste, agricultural waste, wastewater, and hospital ..

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Rajasthan Launches Investment Promotion Scheme 2024

October 29, 2024

The Rajasthan government launched the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) 2024. This initiative aims to boost private investment across various sectors. It is an important upgrade from the previous RIPS 2022. The scheme was introduced ahead of the ‘Rising Rajasthan’ ..

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Pune Forest Department Proposes Mizo-Carnivorous Conservation Project

October 29, 2024

The Pune Forest Department has initiated an important conservation project. This project focuses on five wild animal species: wolf, jackal, fox, civet, and hyena. Collectively, these species are termed ‘Mizo-Carnivorous’. The proposal has been submitted for approval and is currently ..

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Inauguration of Thottiyar Hydroelectric Scheme in Idukki

October 29, 2024

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is set to inaugurate the Thottiyar Hydroelectric scheme in Idukki on October 28, 2024. This 40 MW project is noteworthy for its efficient use of water in power generation. Officials anticipate an annual output of 99 ..

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Assam Bird Sanctuary Faces 70% Species Decline

October 29, 2024

Assam’s Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary is in crisis. Once a thriving habitat for many bird species, it now faces an important decline in avian diversity. Recent surveys indicate a drop of over 70% in bird species. Of 167 recorded species, only ..

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