Wetland City Accreditation (WCA)
The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change recently submitted proposals for Wetland City Accreditation under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands for Indore, Bhopal
Geographical Indications – GI tag for 17 products
The Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai recently granted Geographical Indications – GI tags for 17 products across various Indian states. List of new state-wise
Microplastic Contamination in Indian Landfills
Recent studies highlight the presence of microplastics in landfill leachate and groundwater, posing environmental and health risks. What are Microplastics? Main categories of microplastics: Key
KLI-SOFC (Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Connection )
Prime Minister recently inaugurated Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI-SOFC) project in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep. About the Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI-SOFC)
Indian Science Congress
The Indian Science Congress, the largest gathering of scientists and science students in the country, has been postponed. About Indian
Short-selling
The report on short-selling by Hindenburg recently prompted the Supreme Court to instruct the Securities and Exchange Board of India
Fog Pass device
The Ministry of Railways has introduced a new device called Fog Pass to improve train operations during severe winter conditions. What is
Sikki Grass
Sikki grass artisans are struggles with climate change, lack of government support, and competition from cheaper alternatives. About Sikki Grass
Earth’s tipping points
Recent research may have an impact on Earth’s tipping points as it has shown that a lower amount of the carbon dioxide gas in a
First Polar Bear Death Due to Avian Flu at Arctic
A polar bear’s death in Alaska’s northernmost community, Utqiagvik, has been reported due to avian flu. About Polar Bear: Physical