Source: The post is based on the following articles a. “PM launches Mission LiFE in the presence of U.N. Secretary General” published in The Hindu on 20th October 2022. b. “PM launches Mission LiFE at Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat” published in PIB on 20th October 2022. What is the News? The… Continue reading PM launches Mission LiFE in the presence of U.N. Secretary General
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.
Giraffes brought to India 150 years ago from Africa may be a critically endangered species
Source: The post is based on the article “Giraffes brought to India 150 years ago from Africa may be a critically endangered species” published in The Hindu on 19th October 2022. What is the News? According to a study, the Giraffes brought to India by Britishers may be a critically endangered species. About the study… Continue reading Giraffes brought to India 150 years ago from Africa may be a critically endangered species
Grazing animals key to long-term soil carbon stability: IISc study
Source: The post is based on the article “Grazing animals key to long-term soil carbon stability: IISc study” published in The Hindu on 19th October 2022. What is the News? A study carried out by researchers at the Center for Ecological Sciences(CES) and Divecha Centre for Climate Change (DCCC), IISc has revealed that grazing animals… Continue reading Grazing animals key to long-term soil carbon stability: IISc study
Six new spider species discovered from across the country
Source: The post is based on the article “Six new spider species discovered from across the country” published in The Hindu on 19th October 2022. What is the News? Arachnologists from the Centre for Animal Taxonomy and Ecology(CATE) have discovered six new species of spiders from across the country. What are the new spider species… Continue reading Six new spider species discovered from across the country
SECURE Himalaya project: Unique model to tie snow leopard tourism with habitat protection
Source: The post is based on the article “Unique model to tie snow leopard tourism with habitat protection” published in TOI on 18th October 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) in association with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is implementing a unique model in Ladakh to… Continue reading SECURE Himalaya project: Unique model to tie snow leopard tourism with habitat protection
Indian Bison: As wildlife diplomacy takes wing, government considers Sri Lankan proposal for translocating gaurs
Source: The post is based on the article “As wildlife diplomacy takes wing, government considers Sri Lankan proposal for translocating gaurs” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022. What is the News? Sri Lanka has asked India to translocate 6 Indian Bisons (Gaurs) to reintroduce them in the island from where they became extinct… Continue reading Indian Bison: As wildlife diplomacy takes wing, government considers Sri Lankan proposal for translocating gaurs
Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans
Source: The post is based on the article “Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans” published in Indian Express on 17th October 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the need of giving legal rights to non-humans?3 How various countries are providing legal rights to non-humans?4 What is… Continue reading Why countries like Bolivia and New Zealand have awarded legal rights to non-humans
Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?
Source: The post is based on the article “Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?” published in Down To Earth on 17th October 2022. What is the News? According to a study, Cold ocean currents have sheltered the Galápagos Islands from global warming. About Galapagos Island The Galapagos Islands… Continue reading Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?
Living Planet Report-Shrinking biodiversity: 69% drop in wildlife populations in nearly 5 decades, shows report
Source: The post is based on the article “Shrinking biodiversity: 69% drop in wildlife populations in nearly 5 decades, shows report” published in the Indian Express on 13th October 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 About the Living Planet Report3 What are the key findings of the Living Planet Report?4 Global findings of the Living Planet… Continue reading Living Planet Report-Shrinking biodiversity: 69% drop in wildlife populations in nearly 5 decades, shows report
Sloth Bear: A day to explore bear necessities
Source: The post is based on the article “A day to explore bear necessities” published in The Hindu on 13th October 2022. What is the News? The first World Sloth Bear Day was observed recently to generate awareness and strengthen conservation efforts around the unique bear species endemic to the Indian subcontinent. About Sloth Bear The… Continue reading Sloth Bear: A day to explore bear necessities
