Biodiversity Heritage Sites
Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS) are unique and ecologically sensitive areas teeming with wide range of species variety. These sites play
Sharavathi river
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has instructed the Karnataka government to address illegal sand mining in the coastal zone of
Oedocladium sahyadricum | UPSC
A new algal species, Oedocladium sahyadricum, has recently been discovered in the Western Ghats of Kerala. About the Oedocladium sahyadricum:
Mangrove Forests in India
The mangrove forests in India thrive along coastal areas influenced by tides. These coastal regions include the deltas of major
Stellaria Mcclintockiae | UPSC
A new plant species discovered in the Nelliyampathy hills of Kerala’s Palakkad district has been named Stellaria mcclintockiae, in honor
Periyar river
Massive fish deaths have recently been reported in a tributary of the Periyar River in Kerala, primarily due to ammonia,
Mrugavani National Park
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is addressing a case regarding high-tension electrical lines being laid through the eco-sensitive zone of
Animal diplomacy
Amidst traditional diplomatic methods, animal diplomacy is gaining attention as countries like Malaysia and China use animals like orangutans and
Himalayan Ibex and Blue Sheep
Wildlife surveys to estimate Himalayan Ibex and Blue Sheep populations have been initiated in Himachal Pradesh’s Lahaul & Spiti. About
National Endangered Species Day
National Endangered Species Day was recently celebrated worldwide. About National Endangered Species Day: Ref: Source