News: The Western Ghats may soon receive stronger legal protection in at least three states through the notification of Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESAs). About Ecologically Sensitive Areas Ecologically Sensitive Areas are protected buffer areas around protected areas, such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. It is also known as Ecologically Sensitive zones in some contexts. … Continue reading Ecologically Sensitive Areas
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.
Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI)
News: Turkey and FAO introduced the Turquoise Nexus Initiative ahead of COP31 to promote integrated food-water-climate approaches in climate commitments. About Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI) Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI) is a proposed initiative to integrate food, water, and climate actions within national climate commitments. Proposed: The initiative was proposed during a side event at the Bonn… Continue reading Turquoise Nexus Initiative (TNI)
State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report
News: India ranked as the world’s second-largest aquatic animal producer in the FAO’s State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 report. About State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report It is a biennial report that provides evidence-based information on fisheries and aquaculture trends, challenges, opportunities and solutions. Released by: The report is released by… Continue reading State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 Report
White-bellied Heron
News: The Forest Advisory Committee has given in-principle approval for a hydropower project in an area of Arunachal Pradesh that serves as a habitat for the White-bellied Heron. About White-bellied Heron Aspects Description About The white-bellied heron is a large heron species. It is the second-largest heron. It is also known as the imperial heron… Continue reading White-bellied Heron
Smart Seed Coating Technology
News: ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad, has developed a patented biopolymer-based Smart Seed Coating Technology to improve seed quality and climate resilience. About Smart Seed Coating Technology Smart Seed Coating Technology is an Indian-patented, biodegradable seed enhancement platform that improves seed performance from the earliest stages of crop growth. Developed By: The technology was developed and scientifically validated by the… Continue reading Smart Seed Coating Technology
Mago Chu River
News: A satellite-based assessment reported expansion of glacial lakes in the Mago Chu Basin, raising concerns about possible GLOF risk. About Mago Chu River Location: It is located in the Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh and originates near Mago village. Formation: It is formed near Mago village by the confluence of the Goshu Chu and Dungma Chu rivers.… Continue reading Mago Chu River
Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus)
News: In recent years, community-driven conservation efforts along India’s west coast have helped reduce bycatch-related deaths of Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus), although several other threats continue to endanger the species. About Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus) Aspects Details About The Whale shark is a slow-moving, filter-feeding shark. They are the largest shark and the largest fish… Continue reading Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus)
Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary
News: The Gujarat High Court has dismissed a long-standing petition by Tata Chemicals Ltd (TCL) and held it liable for extensive environmental damage to the Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary. About Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary Location: The Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary is located on the southern shoreline of the Gulf of Kutch, along… Continue reading Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary
WT-MARUT
News: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the WT-MARUT Portal during the Global Wind Day 2026 National Conference in Goa. About WT-MARUT WT-MARUT: Wind Turbine Materials and Resources Utility Tracker (WT-MARUT) is India’s first dedicated digital platform for managing and streamlining the wind energy supply chain. Launched by: The portal was launched by Union Minister for… Continue reading WT-MARUT
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
News: World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought was recently observed to raise awareness and promote action against desertification, land degradation and drought About World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year on 17 June under the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). Objective:… Continue reading World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
