environment

Winter Pollution, Key Sources, Management Plans and Challenges

A meeting was convened by a senior official from the Prime Minister’s Office including representatives from Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, as well as heads of various ministries to tackle winter pollution. More in News During the meeting,...

How Global Warming Affects Forecasting?

Context: The record warming observed during 2023-2024 has provided clearer insights into the impacts of global warming, characterised by a range of extreme weather events. These include heatwaves, cyclones, floods, droughts, wildfires. More in News Estimates suggest that the world...

Air Pollution in India, Causes, Effects, Sources, Challenges

A recent study titled 'Respirer Reports Analysis of Air Quality in October for the past five years' by Respirer Living Sciences reveals significant air pollution trends in India's major state capitals. Air Pollution Air pollution happens when harmful substances are...

Climate Action Strategy, Challenges and Mitigating Pollutants

Current Climate Challenges Reliance on Coal: Despite advancements in solar and renewable energy, coal remains a significant part of India's energy mix, accounting for 78% of electricity generation. Clean energy constitutes only 22% of the total electricity mix. Urgent Environmental...

List of Wildlife Sanctuaries of India 2024, Check Area and Importance

Wildlife Sanctuaries in India India is famous for its forests and diverse wildlife. A wildlife sanctuary is a protected area required to conserve plants and animals. Tourism is not allowed in these sanctuaries, as they serve as natural habitats. The...

Agriculture Reforms, Key Initiatives and Growth

Key Agricultural Initiatives PM-KISAN Continuation: The government distributed ₹20,000 crore under PM-KISAN to continue direct cash transfers of ₹6,000 per year to agricultural households, although expected adjustments for inflation were not made. Seven New Agriculture Schemes: The government approved seven...

National Board for Wildlife (NBWL), Functions and Composition

Context: In its first post-election meeting, the standing committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has cleared various projects. Projects include controversial transmission line projects in Little Rann of Kutch and Mollem National Park. National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)...

Ethanol Blending Programmes, Advantages, Issues and Concerns

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution directed all mills and distilleries not to use sugarcane juice/syrup for making any ethanol “with immediate effect”. India is on its way to achieving its target of blending 20% of petrol...

Cabinet approves the Clean Plant Programme (CPP)

Context: The Union Cabinet approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) with a budget of ₹1,766 crore under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). Clean Plant Programme (CPP) CPP will have 3 components: Clean Plant Centres, certification and legal...

Rights Against Climate Change a Human Right

Context: In April 2024, the Supreme Court of India in the case of M.K. Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India recognized a human right against the adverse impacts of climate change. More In News The core issue involves protecting...