Rising evaporative demand spotlights India’s data and research gap
What is Evaporative Demand? Relevance: GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Concept of ‘Thirstwave’ Coined by Kukal & Hobbins (2025): Agricultural Implications Higher evaporative demand leads to: Measurement Tool: Standardised Short-Crop Evapotranspiration India’s Historical Data & Contradictions Recent Indian Research Research and Policy Gaps India lacks: Global South Vulnerability Way Forward
Rice reveals surprise ability to adapt to cold faster than evolution
Scientific Discovery Relevance : GS 1(Environment and Ecology) Mechanism: Epigenetics & ACT1 Gene Experimental Details Historical Context & Theoretical Implications Significance for Evolutionary Biology
New flowering plant species discovered in Aravali hills near Jaipur
About the Discovery Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Botanical Significance Ecological & Conservation Importance Scientific & Institutional Collaboration India’s Portulaca Diversity
What are flue gas desulphurisation units?
Introduction: Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Common Types of FGD Technologies Why are SO₂ Emissions Harmful? Status of FGD Compliance in India Why is FGD Implementation Contentious? Expert Opinions on FGD Rollback Is There Any Alternative to FGDs? Conclusion
Targeted policy intervention to boost green mining vehicles
Context : Need for Policy Push for Green HEMMs Relevance : GS 3 ( Economy & Environment ) Green Mining Vehicles: Environmental Imperative Cost is a Major Barrier Recommended Policy Instruments Industry Outlook Need for Urgent Transition
How extracting and producing nickel can be made more sustainable
Background: Why Nickel Matters Relevance : GS 3(Minerals) Conventional Process: High Carbon Footprint New Methodology: Hydrogen Plasma-Based Extraction Advantages of Hydrogen Plasma Method Strategic Focus on Laterite Ores Relevance for India Challenges & Caveats Conclusion
Has the environmental crisis in India exacerbated?
India’s environmental crisis has worsened over the past decade, marked by rising emissions, biodiversity loss, and severe pollution. Despite global awareness, systemic issues and unsustainable development practices continue to deepen ecological damage. Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Yes — significantly over the last decade. What are the major contributing factors? India’s Position in Global Context: What needs to be […]
Is global warming becoming a distraction?
On Global Mean Warming Thresholds Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Flaws in Climate Models Is Global Mean Warming a Distraction? Real Threat: Climate Disasters What Needs More Focus Instead? Tropics and Beyond: Equitable Action Needed Key Takeaway Climate risks are not predetermined — human agency and institutional preparedness determine the impact. ➤ Mitigation must continue, but resilience, adaptation, […]
The seeds of sustainability for India’s textile leadership
Context & Need for Sustainability Relevance : GS 3(Sustainability) Regenerative Farming (Regen Farming) Traceability Solutions Product Circularity Strategic Outlook Conclusion: The Way Forward
BESS in India’s clean energy transition
Changing Energy Paradigm Relevance : GS 3(Energy , Environment and Ecology) Need for Energy Storage Technological & Cost Trends India’s BESS Progress & Targets Key Challenges (Economic Survey 2024–25) Role of Partnerships India as a BESS Leader