Why Only Some Plastics Can Be Recycled
Why in News ? Relevance:GS 3 – Environment & Pollution Control• Polymer science – thermoplastics vs thermosets and recyclability challenges• Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 & 2022 amendments• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and circular economy• Waste segregation, recycling technologies (mechanical & chemical)• SDG linkages – Responsible Consumption (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13) GS 3 – Science & Technology (Material Science)• Chemistry and structure of polymers determining […]
SC judge: imported ideas may not save endangered species
Why in News ? Relevance:GS 3 – Environment & Biodiversity Conservation• Ecocentrism vs anthropocentrism in wildlife protection• Constitutional provisions – Articles 48A & 51A(g)• Landmark judgments – T.N. Godavarman (2012), Animal Welfare Board (2014)• Laws – Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Biodiversity Act, 2002• Conservation of endangered species – Great Indian Bustard, Florican GS 2 – Polity & Judiciary• Judicial philosophy on environmental protection• Role of Supreme Court in expanding environmental jurisprudence• Integration […]
India recorded the highest greenhouse gas emissions for 2024
Why in News? Significance: Highlights India’s development–climate paradox — rapid industrial growth versus equity-based emission responsibility. Relevance:GS 3 – Environment & Climate Change• Global emission trends and India’s emission profile (sector-wise)• Climate finance, carbon intensity, and sustainable development trade-offs• Policies: NDCs, National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), Mission LiFE• Role of renewables, hydrogen, and EVs in emission reduction• Carbon markets and […]
India’s first Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) scale
Why in News ? Relevance: GS 3 – Environment, Science & Technology, Health • Indoor air pollution and public health impacts • Innovation in environmental monitoring (AI-based sensor models) • Air quality standards and smart city integration • Sustainable urban development and building codes • Linkages to SDG 3 (Health) & SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities) […]
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