What is the News? Black-necked cranes (Grus nigricollis) have been sighted for the first time in Assam. To celebrate this, the bird was given an Assamese name: “Deu Korchon” (Deu means god and Korchon means crane). Black Necked Crane: The black-necked crane is endemic to the Tibetan Plateau. It is a medium-sized crane that is… Continue reading “Black-Necked Crane” named in Assam
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.
A CSE study on Pollution Levels in Cities and Towns
What is the news? Centre for Science and Environment(CSE) has released a study analysing the difference in winter air pollution levels in cities and towns. It compares data of 2020-21 winter and the previous winters. About the study: The study analysed 99 cities. 75% of data completeness for two consecutive winters is the minimum criteria.… Continue reading A CSE study on Pollution Levels in Cities and Towns
Transport Minister launches ‘Go Electric Campaign’
What is the News? The Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways launches the “Go Electric” Campaign. Go Electric Campaign: It is a campaign of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to promote and spread awareness on electric mobility. Objectives: It will boost the confidence of electric vehicle manufacturers. Furthermore, it will spread awareness about… Continue reading Transport Minister launches ‘Go Electric Campaign’
What is Carbon Watch App?
What is the news? Chandigarh becomes the first state or Union Territory in India to launch Carbon Watch App. It is a mobile application to assess the carbon footprint of an individual. About Carbon Watch App: The app allows users to assess their carbon footprint. It also suggests ways to reduce Carbon Footprint. Carbon footprint… Continue reading What is Carbon Watch App?
WCCB receives “Asia Environmental Enforcement Award-2020”
What is the News? Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) has received the Asia Environmental Enforcement Award-2020. About Asia Environmental Enforcement Award: It is given by the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) in partnership with UNDP, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), CITES, INTERPOL, and World Customs Organisation(WCO). Purpose: The award publicly recognises excellence in… Continue reading WCCB receives “Asia Environmental Enforcement Award-2020”
What is “Extinction Rebellion”?
What is the News? Delhi Police have named environmental activists Disha Ravi, Nikita Jacob, and Shantanu Muluk, in its report. These activists were volunteers of the “Extinction Rebellion” movement. It seeks to call attention to the climate change emergency. Extinction Rebellion It was launched in the United Kingdom in 2018 as a response to a… Continue reading What is “Extinction Rebellion”?
Elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
What is the News? 6 elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is located in Odisha’s Kalahandi district. Haemorrhagic septicaemia(HS) It is a contagious bacterial disease caused by the bacteria Pasteurella multocida. In this disease, the respiratory tract and lungs of the animals are affected, leading to severe pneumonia. Vulnerable Group:… Continue reading Elephants died of Haemorrhagic Septicaemia(HS) in Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary
Pollution kills 54,000 people in Delhi in 2020: Greenpeace Southeast Asia Report
What is the News? Greenpeace, an environmental NGO released a report titled “Greenpeace Southeast Asia analysis of the cost to the economy due to air pollution”. About the report: The report is based on a Cost Estimator. It is an online tool that estimates the real-time health impact and economic cost of fine particulate matters… Continue reading Pollution kills 54,000 people in Delhi in 2020: Greenpeace Southeast Asia Report
Hyderabad recognised as a ‘Tree City of the World’
What is the news? The Arbor Day Foundation and the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation have recognised Hyderabad as ‘2020 Tree City of the World’. About Tree Cities of the World Programme: Tree Cities of the World programme is an international program. It recognises cities and towns for properly and sustainably maintaining their urban forests… Continue reading Hyderabad recognised as a ‘Tree City of the World’
“Mandarin Duck” spotted in Assam’s Maguri Beel after 118 years
What is the News? Mandarin ducks appeared after 118 years in the Maguri-Motapung beel in Assam’s Tinsukia district. Mandarin Duck: It is provided with a tag of the most beautiful duck in the world. Swedish botanist, physician, and zoologist Carl Linnaeus first spotted and identified this bird in 1758. Key Characteristics of Mandarin Duck: Features:… Continue reading “Mandarin Duck” spotted in Assam’s Maguri Beel after 118 years
