News: An application filed before the NGT has raised concerns over violations of environmental laws and riverbank regulations by the construction of the Balason Blues Resort & Camping on the Balason riverbank in Darjeeling. About Balason River Origin: It originates from Lepchajagat on the Ghum-Simana ridge at an altitude of about 2,361 m in the… Continue reading Balason River
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.
Bengal Florican
News: Bengal florican populations are declining as grasslands vanish due to land conversion, agriculture expansion, burning, and habitat fragmentation pressures. About Bengal Florican It is a medium-sized bustard species found in grasslands, and it is a grassland indicator species. Different names: It is called ulu-mo’ra in Assamese and daotriling in Bodo, and it is also… Continue reading Bengal Florican
Gangotri National Park
News: Gangotri National Park has reopened for tourists after a six-month winter closure. About Gangotri National Park Gangotri National Park is located in the Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It derives its name from the famous Gangotri Temple, one of the four highly revered Hindu Dhams. Established: It was established in 1989. Area: It spreads over an… Continue reading Gangotri National Park
Indian Softshell/Gangetic Softshell Turtles
News: Police rescued 16 Indian Softshell turtles from a smuggler in Jharcha, Greater Noida, during a routine check, exposing illegal wildlife trade. About Indian Softshell/Gangetic Softshell Turtles The Indian softshell turtle (Nilssonia gangetica) is a freshwater turtle species found in South Asia. Habitat: It lives in rivers, canals, ponds, and freshwater systems. Distribution: The species… Continue reading Indian Softshell/Gangetic Softshell Turtles
Dudhwa Tiger Reserve
News: The Opposition criticized the Uttar Pradesh government after a tigress died after being hit by a train in Dudhwa buffer zone. About Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Location: It is located on the Indo-Nepal border in Lakhimpur-Kheri district of Uttar Pradesh in the Terai region. Establishment: It was established as a Tiger Reserve in 1988 under… Continue reading Dudhwa Tiger Reserve
Chambal River
News: The Supreme Court of India stayed a Rajasthan notification altering the boundaries of the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary that freed 732 hectares along the Chambal River. About Chambal River Origin: It is a perennial river which originates from Janapav hills, situated south of Mhow town near Indore, along the southern slopes of the Vindhya… Continue reading Chambal River
Bhavasagara
News: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change designated CMLRE’s “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna. About Bhavasagara Bhavasagara is a specialized scientific hub and National Repository for preservation, study, and documentation of deep-sea marine life, officially designated on March 30, 2026. Aim : It aims to provide a foundational… Continue reading Bhavasagara
20 Cities Towards Zero Waste Initiative and International Day of Zero Waste
News: Ahead of the International Day of Zero Waste on 30 March, 20 Cities Towards Zero Waste Initiative has been initiated. About 20 Cities Towards Zero Waste Initiative and International Day of Zero Waste About 20 Cities Towards Zero Waste Initiative It highlights cities demonstrating ambitious and innovative approaches to reducing waste, advancing circular economy… Continue reading 20 Cities Towards Zero Waste Initiative and International Day of Zero Waste
Jungle Cats (Felis chaus)
News: A new study published in Scientific Reports provides baseline data on jungle cat population, habitat preference, and conservation needs in India. About Jungle Cats (Felis chaus) The jungle cat is a medium-sized wild cat found in diverse habitats across Asia. Scientific name: The scientific name of the jungle cat is Felis chaus. Naming: Its… Continue reading Jungle Cats (Felis chaus)
Persian Leopard
News: The Persian leopard is the last remaining Panthera species in Iran after the extinction of the Asiatic lion Panthera leo persica and the Caspian tiger Panthera tigris virgata. About Persian Leopard The Persian leopard is also known as the Anatolian or Caucasian leopard. Scientific name: Panthera pardus tulliana Habitat: They are most commonly found… Continue reading Persian Leopard
