Endocrine disruptors in plastic waste: a new public health threat
Microplastics: An Invisible, Bioactive Threat Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology-Pollution) Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) in Plastics Reproductive & Developmental Disruption Cancer & Chronic Disease Link India’s Alarming Plastic Footprint Public Health Costs & Governance Gaps Emerging Science: Ageing & Bio-Monitoring (BHARAT Project) Recommendations & Systemic Solutions Short-Term Medium-Term Long-Term
Ministry defers forest land nod for Puri airport
Context & Background Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure ,Environment and Ecology) Environmental Concerns Raised Olive Ridley Turtles: Migratory Birds: Dolphins & Other Wildlife: Forest & Biodiversity Loss Regulatory & Scientific Inputs Operational Issues Highlighted Comparative Global Perspectives Interlinkages with Key Laws & Policies Additional Facts Challenges & Policy Concerns Way Forward
Crushed stone is being spread across farms to capture carbon
What is Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW)? Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) How It Works Effectiveness: What Studies Show Challenges in Measuring CO₂ Removal Other Environmental & Agricultural Benefits Risks & Limitations Carbon Credit Potential
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 […]