Expectations from COP30
Why in News ? Relevance: GS 3 – Environment & Sustainable Development• Global climate governance and COP framework• Climate finance – Loss & Damage Fund, NCQG• Global Goal on Adaptation and carbon neutrality targets• India’s climate diplomacy and CBDR principle• National policies – LiFE Mission, Green Hydrogen, Net Zero 2070 GS 2 – International Relations• Global […]
3rd Home for Cheetahs in India
Why in News ? Relevance: • GS-3 (Environment & Biodiversity): Concerns species reintroduction, habitat restoration, and India’s cheetah meta-population model. • GS-3 (Conservation): Aligns with Green India Mission and UNCCD land restoration goals. • GS-3 (Geography): Studies central Indian landscape connectivity — Satpura–Panna–Bandhavgarh corridor. • GS-3 (Ecology & Sustainable Development): Promotes eco-tourism and community-led conservation for livelihood diversification. Background: Project Cheetah About Nauradehi […]
India among countries with highest yield loss due to human-induced land degradation
Why in News ? Relevance: • GS-3 (Environment): Relates to land degradation, desertification, and India’s commitments under UNCCD and SDG 15.3. • GS-3 (Agriculture): Examines yield loss, soil fertility decline, and sustainable land management practices. • GS-3 (Economy): Links degradation with reduced productivity, rural distress, and food security threats. Key Global Findings India-Specific Insights Drivers of Human-Induced Land Degradation Economic and […]
Stop Wildlife Imports to India Until Proper Checks in Place
Why in News ? Relevance : GS Paper III (Environment & Biodiversity): GS Paper II (Governance & International Relations): Basic Facts Key Findings of the CITES Verification Mission Specific Red Flags Core Concerns Recommendations by CITES India’s Position Global Context Environmental & Ethical Implications Way Forward
Discovery of a New Spider Species — Pilia malenadu — in Chikkamagaluru
Why in News ? Relevance : GS Paper III (Environment & Biodiversity): GS Paper I (Geography): Basic Facts About the Genus Pilia Significance of the Discovery Habitat Conservation Concerns Broader Implications Related Context Way Forward
As Umngot River Turns Muddy Residents Blame Road Project
Why in News ? Relevance : GS Paper III (Environment & Ecology): GS Paper I (Geography): Basic Facts Ecological Concerns Way Forward
Heavy Metal Contamination in the Cauvery River: Case Study
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Cauvery River & Its Socio-Ecological Importance Study Overview Key Findings Human Health Implications Ecological Implications Distinguishing Human vs Natural Sources Regional Context Policy and Governance Dimensions Scientific and Policy Significance Broader Environmental Lessons Cauvery River: Physical Geography Basics Origin Course Drainage Basin Major Tributaries Right Bank Tributaries Left Bank […]
Assam’s Rowmari–Donduwa Wetland Complex
Why in News ? Relevance: Basic Facts Ecological Significance Conservation Context Ramsar Convention Overview Significance of Ramsar Designation Broader Linkages
Land beneath India’s five largest cities is sinking due to over-extraction of groundwater
Why in News ? Relevance Key Findings City-wise Analysis Delhi (NCT) Chennai Mumbai Kolkata Bengaluru Structural Risk Projections Year Delhi Chennai Mumbai Bengaluru Kolkata Total (very high risk buildings) 2025 2,264 32 110 — — — 2055 3,169 958 255 — — — 2075 11,457 8,284 3,477 112 199 23,529 Underlying Causes Broader Implications Positive […]
What will power AI data centres?
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: India’s Power Demand Trends Why India Needs Data Centres Power Demand from AI Data Centres Data Centre Hubs: Global and Indian Global India Powering the AI Era: Energy Mix Options Renewables Natural Gas & Green Hydrogen Emerging Alternatives Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) – The Key Innovation Global Investment & […]