Source– This post on Rhisotope project has been created based on the article “Radioactive implant for rhino horns to curb poaching” published in “The Hindu” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, South African scientists injected radioactive material into live rhino horns under a new project to help stop poaching. About ‘Rhisotope’ project… Continue reading Rhisotope project
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.
Indian Painted Frog
Source– This post on Indian Painted Frog has been created based on the article Rare Indian Painted Frog spotted at Telangana tiger reserve published in “The times of India” on 26 June 2024. Why in the News A rare Indian Painted Frog was recently sighted at Telangana’s Kawal Tiger Reserve. This marks a significant find… Continue reading Indian Painted Frog
Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
Source– This post on Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS) has been created based on the article “As lions make Barda sanctuary their second home, Gujarat forest dept starts translocating deer from Gir to Porbandar” published in “Indian Express” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? The Forest Department in Gujarat has begun translocating spotted deer and sambars… Continue reading Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
New Amphibian Species Discovered in Kaziranga National Park
Source– This post on New Amphibian Species Discovered in Kaziranga National Park has been created based on the article “Limbless amphibian found in Kaziranga for first time” published in “The Hindu” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, a Limbless amphibian was found in Kaziranga for the first time. About New Amphibian Species… Continue reading New Amphibian Species Discovered in Kaziranga National Park
India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative
Source– This post on India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative has been created based on the article “On the way: Production of Bitumen using biomass” published in “Economic Times” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? India is planning to initiate large-scale production of bio-bitumen derived from biomass or agricultural waste. About India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative i) India… Continue reading India’s Bio-Bitumen Initiative
Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom
Source-This post on Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom has been created based on the article “Scientists discover rare species of bioluminescent mushrooms in Kasaragod, warn against their consumption” published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, researchers have discovered a rare species of bioluminescent mushrooms, scientifically known as Filoboletus manipularis, in the… Continue reading Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom
Burp tax
Source– This post on Burp tax is based on the article “Why has New Zealand removed the ‘burp tax’ on livestock?” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, New Zealand announced scrapping the ‘burp tax. About burp tax 1. About the Burp Tax: It was a tax introduced in 2022… Continue reading Burp tax
Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Source– This post on Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is based on the article “How the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is being developed as India’s second home for cheetahs” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently it was announced that the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary will be the second home… Continue reading Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Solid Waste Management Cess
Source– This post on Solid Waste Management Cess is based on the article “What is SWM Cess and Why is It Levied on Waste Generators?” published in “The Hindu” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has proposed a Solid Waste Management Cess of ₹100 per month for… Continue reading Solid Waste Management Cess
Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions
Source– This post on Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions is based on the article “Study ranks India second in nitrous oxide emissions” published in “The Hindu” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? A new report published by the Global Carbon Project reveals that planet-warming nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions increased by 40 percent between 1980… Continue reading Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions
