Context Recently, Prime Minister of India launched an initiative Green Credits Programme focusing on generating Global Green Credits through plantation on degraded wasteland at COP28. About Global Green Credits Programme…
Context To promote sustainable and eco-friendly constructions in the domestic housing sector, the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) of the Confederation of Indian Industry launched a rating and certification initiative…
Context Critically endangered plant species named Saurauia Punduana recorded for first time in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. About Saurauia Punduana Flowers of Saurauia Punduana turn white to pink on maturity. Petals…
Context Chambal was once known for its infamous bandits, but today, the region has made a name for itself in the world of wildlife conservation. About National Chambal Sanctuary Also…
Context The black-spotted croaker, or the ghol fish — considered a fisherman’s lottery — was declared the state fish of Gujarat. Why was the ghol chosen? The Gujarat government chose the…
Context The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) announced a city mayor, a non-profit foundation, a social enterprise, a government initiative and a research council as its Champions of the Earth…
Context The Maharashtra government recently declared the silver pomfret as the state fish amid reports of its declining numbers in the region. About Silver Pomfret The state government’s move will…
Context The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) recently granted approval for the establishment of the 54th tiger reserve in Rajasthan’s Karauli and Dholpur districts. This decision marks a significant stride…
Context On the sidelines of the annual G-20 summit in New Delhi, an India-led grouping came together to give impetus to the production and use of biofuels, an alternative to…
Context Humanity is struggling with a shortage of water as well as an excess. As the World Health Organization stated, “Floods are increasing in frequency and intensity, and the frequency…
