News: The National Highways Authority of India released the first Annual Report on the National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26. About National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26 It is a scientific and quantitative index that measures the proportion of green cover along the Way of National Highways. Released by: The report has been… Continue reading National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26
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.
Anavaran Portal
News: The Forest Survey of India recently stopped issuing deforestation alerts through the Anavaran-Deforestation Alert System, and the portal’s data have not been updated since November 2025. About Anavaran Portal Anavaran Portal is a deforestation alert system that uses satellite data and machine learning to monitor forest cover loss and send alerts to states. Developed… Continue reading Anavaran Portal
Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary
News: High Court of Karnataka has directed State government to issue a further notification to include the left-out areas of the Kappatagudda reserve forest as part of the Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary. About Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Gadag district of Karnataka. It is described as the “Western Ghats of… Continue reading Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary
Striped Hyena
News: Tajikistan and Uzbekistan have proposed adding the Striped Hyena to Appendix I and II of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals ahead of CMS COP15 in Campo Grande. About Striped Hyena Striped Hyena is one of four species in the Hyaenidae family. The other three species of Hyaenidae family… Continue reading Striped Hyena
Ruddy Shelduck
News: For over 20 years, residents of Mudh village in Ladakh have been protecting the Ruddy shelduck that visits Ladakh during breeding season. About Ruddy Shelduck The Ruddy shelduck is a large and brightly colored waterfowl known for its orange-brown body and loud, honking call. They are also called the Brahminy duck. Scientific name: Tadorna… Continue reading Ruddy Shelduck
Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
News: The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO released the Integrated Ocean Carbon Research Report highlighting uncertainties and knowledge gaps in ocean carbon sink. About Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission is a UNESCO body that promotes international cooperation in marine science and ocean management. Established in: The IOC was established in 1960 as… Continue reading Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
Xerocoma
News: A recent study identified Xerocoma as a new plant adaptation in Northern Western Ghats that protects dormant buds during harsh seasonal cycles. About Xerocoma Xerocoma is a plant adaptation strategy in which dry, cottony plant fibres form at the rootstock and envelop dormant buds to protect them during harsh seasonal conditions. Structure formation: Xerocoma… Continue reading Xerocoma
Congo Lakes – Lakes Mai Ndombe and Tumba
News: Two large lakes (Lakes Mai Ndombe and Tumba) in the Democratic Republic of Congo are releasing carbon that has been locked away for thousands of years in surrounding peatlands which could pose a threat to climate stability. About Congo Lakes – Lakes Mai Ndombe and Tumba About Lake Mai Ndombe Lake Mai Ndombe is… Continue reading Congo Lakes – Lakes Mai Ndombe and Tumba
Kole Wetlands
News: A scientific study at the Kole wetlands recorded 12 species of pygmy grasshoppers, including four species newly documented in the State. About Kole Wetlands It is the largest brackish, humid tropical wetland ecosystem on the southwest coast of India. Location: The Kole wetlands are located in Kerala and spread over Thrissur and Malappuram districts.… Continue reading Kole Wetlands
Gentoo penguin
News: Gentoo penguin have become the first bird species confirmed with H5 avian influenza on an Australian territory, after testing positive on Heard Island. About Gentoo penguin The Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) belongs to the genus Pygoscelis. They are closely related to the Adélie penguin and Chinstrap penguin. Distribution-They are mainly found along the coasts of… Continue reading Gentoo penguin
