environment

Tree Census: Supreme Court Ruling on Tree Preservation in Delhi

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has directed strict measures for tree preservation in Delhi, mandating a comprehensive tree census and restricting tree felling without prior approval from the Central Empowered Committee (CEC). This decision underscores the...

Wroughton’s Free-Tailed Bat, Distribution and Conservation Status

About Wroughton’s free-tailed Bat It is a highly rare species of molossus bat. Features: Physical Appearance: Large size, big ears extending beyond the muzzle and bicolored velvety fur. It is capable of flying long distances while foraging (Search for food)....

Strengthening the roots of an Agri-Carbon Market

Introduction to Carbon Markets and Carbon Pricing Carbon Markets: Carbon markets have the potential to transform Indian agriculture by making sustainable farming practices financially rewarding while combating climate change. Carbon Pricing: A critical tool for climate change mitigation, carbon pricing...

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) are toxic chemicals that adversely affect human health and the environment. They persist in the environment for long periods, bioaccumulate through the food web, and pose a risk of causing adverse effects to humans and wildlife....

India Conducts First-ever Ganges River Dolphin Tagging in Assam

The Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica) is a freshwater dolphin found in the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna and Karnaphuli-Sangu river systems in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. It is one of the few freshwater dolphin species in the world and is often referred to...

SC asks Centre to Form Policy on Sacred Groves

About Sacred Groves Sacred groves are patches of natural vegetation protected for their religious, cultural or ecological significance. These areas are often associated with deities, spirits or religious beliefs, and human interference is generally prohibited or restricted. India has over...

Green Hydrogen Fuel, Types, Benefits and Challenges

Context India's ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 hinges significantly on the development of a robust green hydrogen sector. The country aims to produce 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of green hydrogen annually by 2030, positioning itself as a...

Northern River Terrapin, Conservation Status and Major Threats

The Northern River Terrapin (Batagur baska) is a critically endangered freshwater turtle species native to South and Southeast Asia. Known for its striking appearance and ecological importance, it inhabits tidal rivers, estuaries, and mangrove forests. Conservation efforts focus on habitat...

Algae-based Solution for Wastewater Treatment

Algae-based wastewater treatment systems offer a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to cleaning wastewater. Algae, photosynthetic microorganisms, can effectively remove nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, as well as organic matter, from wastewater. Proposed Microalgae-Bacterial Consortium Approach It uses a photo-sequencing batch...

Olive Ridley Sea Turtles, Features and Conservation Status

Carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles are washing ashore along the Visakhapatnam coast. Marine pollution and trawling activities during the breeding season are the major causes behind this. About Olive Ridley Sea Turtles They are the 2nd smallest and most abundant...