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Gaur back in Valmiki Reserve after increase in grassland cover

News:According to a report,Gaur (Bos Gaurus) has returned to Bihar’s Valmiki Tiger Reserve(VTR) due to an increase in grassland cover. Facts: About Gaur(Indian Bison): The gaur also called the Indian bison is the largest extant bovine.It is native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. The local names of the Gaur are a) Seladang — Malaysia… Continue reading Gaur back in Valmiki Reserve after increase in grassland cover

Sahyadri Megha

News:University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences(UAHS) has developed ‘Sahyadri Megha’,to prevent decline in the area under paddy cultivation. Facts: About: Sahyadri Megha is a new red variety of paddy that is resistant to blast disease and rich in nutrients. It was developed under the hybridization breeding method by cross-breeding ‘Jyothi’ variety with that of ‘Akkalu’,… Continue reading Sahyadri Megha

Mission Bhagiratha monitoring cell opened

News:A dedicated monitoring cell has been opened under Mission Bhagiratha by the Telangana Government. Facts: About: The aim of the cell is to get prepared to address water scarcity of summer and to record complaints and redress them without any delays. About Mission Bhagiratha: It was Launched in 2016 by the Telangana Government. Aim:To provide… Continue reading Mission Bhagiratha monitoring cell opened

Red Panda

News:According to a TRAFFIC report,the Wildlife Trade of Red Panda has reduced significantly across India, Bhutan and Nepal.It has recommended cooperation through the use of multi-government platforms like SAWEN (South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network). Facts: About Red Panda: The Red Panda(Ailurus fulgens) is a mammal native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. In India,it… Continue reading Red Panda

Explained:Coral bleaching and Great Barrier Reef

News:Scientists have warned that the Great Barrier Reef will face a critical period of heat stress over the coming weeks following the widespread coral bleaching. Facts: About Great Barrier Reef: Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest and longest coral reef system. located in Australia. It is a World Heritage Area since 1981 (the world’s… Continue reading Explained:Coral bleaching and Great Barrier Reef

Black Redstart

News:Black Redstart comes around the plains of India from the end of September through March every year for breeding. Facts: About Black Redstart: The black redstart (Phoenicurus ochruros) is a small passerine bird in the redstart genus Phoenicurus. It is found almost throughout Europe, Asia and in the portions of Africa and breed in the… Continue reading Black Redstart

Near-extinct hard ground swamp deer see revival in Kanha

News: The population of Hard ground swamp deer (Barasingha) has increased to 800 in the Kanha National park and Tiger Reserve. Facts: Barasingha: It is the state animal of Madhya Pradesh IUCN Status: Vulnerable Kanha National park and Tiger Reserve It is located on the Maikal range of the Satpura hills, and is spread over… Continue reading Near-extinct hard ground swamp deer see revival in Kanha

HC:Sukhna lake of Chandigarh is legal entity

News:The Punjab and Haryana High Court has declared Sukhna Lake legal entity and has ordered demolition of legal/unauthorised constructions in its catchment area. Facts: Key takeaways from the Judgement: Sukhna Lake will now be a legal entity for its survival, preservation and conservation. The court also declared all citizens of Chandigarh as loco parentis (in… Continue reading HC:Sukhna lake of Chandigarh is legal entity

Black carbon levels spike at Himalayan glaciers

News: According to a study by scientists at the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG), black carbon concentrations near the Gangotri glacier rose 400 times in summer due to forest fires and stubble burning from agricultural waste, and triggered glacial melt Facts: Black Carbon Black carbon results from the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels and… Continue reading Black carbon levels spike at Himalayan glaciers

Global Coalition for Biodiversity

News:European Commission has launched the Global Coalition for Biodiversity on the occasion of World Wildlife Day. Facts: About the Coalition: The Coalition is a campaign for raising awareness about biodiversity loss. It calls on world zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens and natural history museums to join the coalition to raise awareness about the nature crisis ahead… Continue reading Global Coalition for Biodiversity

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