News: NITI Aayog and Germany’s international cooperation agency, GIZ, signed an Implementation Agreement on 3 November 2026 to accelerate the electrification of India’s freight transport sector. About Nationally Determined Contribution–Transport Initiative for Asia Phase II (NDC-TIA II) The Nationally Determined Contribution–Transport Initiative for Asia Phase II (NDC-TIA II) is a regional initiative aimed at reducing… Continue reading Nationally Determined Contribution–Transport Initiative for Asia Phase II (NDC-TIA II)
Category: Factly: Environment
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Environment. You can find all relevant Environment related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Chhattisgarh will bring back blackbucks to Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary after more than five decades. About Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary The Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary is located at Raigarh in Chhattisgarh. Establish year: It was notified as a wildlife sanctuary in 1975 Area: It spans in an area of 277.82 sq. km Surrounding hills: Rathan, Budhaghat, Gomarda and… Continue reading Gomarda Wildlife Sanctuary
Disporum kamakhasiense
News: Disporum kamakhasiense, a new species of flowering plant has been discovered in the forests of Assam and Meghalaya. About Disporum Kamakhasiense Disporum kamakhasiense is a new species of flowering plant discovered in Assam and Meghalaya. It was recorded at three locations – Garbhanga Reserve Forest in Assam, Laisong in Dima Hasao district and the… Continue reading Disporum kamakhasiense
Indian Gaur (Bos gaurus)
News: A camera-trap study in eastern Sikkim recorded a gaur at 3,542 metres, the highest verified photographic sighting of the species globally. About Indian Gaur (Bos gaurus) The Indian Gaur is also known as Indian Bison. It is the world’s largest living wild bovine (wild cattle). Family: It belongs to the Bovidae family. State Animal: It… Continue reading Indian Gaur (Bos gaurus)
Govind Pashu Vihar National Park
News: A new plant species, Bupleurum oslaense has been discovered in Uttarakhand’s Govind Pashu Vihar National Park. About Govind Pashu Vihar National Park The Govind Pashu Vihar National Park is located in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. It forms part of the Western Himalayan biogeographic zone. It comprises two major valleys – the Rupin Valley and Supin Valley that form… Continue reading Govind Pashu Vihar National Park
Markhor
News: The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks reported among livestock in the Kashmir region can spread from livestock to wildlife such as Markhors and Hanguls. About Markhor Aspects Description About The Markhor is scientifically known as Capra falconeri. It is the largest wild goat in world. It is known for its thick fur, flowing beard and… Continue reading Markhor
Radhanagari-Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Tourists visiting Radhanagari-Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary had a rare wildlife encounter when they caught a glimpse of a male Bengal tiger. About Radhanagari-Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary The Radhanagri Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Kolhapur district on the southern Sahyadri hills in Maharashtra. It is also called ‘Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary’ and ‘Dajipur Bison Sanctuary’. It is… Continue reading Radhanagari-Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary
Green Crackers
News: The Chandigarh administration has allowed only certified green crackers during Diwali, following wider efforts to reduce firecracker pollution. About Green Crackers Green crackers are low-emission firecrackers designed to reduce air and noise pollution compared with conventional firecrackers. Developed by: Scientists at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) developed… Continue reading Green Crackers
“35-by-35” Global Electrification Pledge
News: Turkiye’s COP31 Presidency has launched a “35-by-35” Global Electrification Pledge to raise electricity’s share of final energy consumption to 35 percent by 2035. About “35-by-35” Global Electrification Pledge The “35-by-35” Global Electrification Pledge is a major initiative led by the co-presidency of Türkiye and Australia for COP31 of UNFCCC. Aim: The pledge aims to… Continue reading “35-by-35” Global Electrification Pledge
Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary
News: Odisha has imposed a seven-month fishing ban to protect Olive Ridley sea turtles during their breeding and nesting season at key nesting grounds, including the Gahirmatha Marine Wildlife Sanctuary. About Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary The Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary is located in Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is is situated in the coastal waters adjoining Bhitarkanika National… Continue reading Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary
