News: Anamudi Shola National Park is in the news due to the Kerala Water Authority’s (KWA) plan to construct a check dam across the Silandhi River in Vattavada, which requires the use of 0.0442 hectares of forest land from the park. About Anamudi Shola National Park It is situated in the Idukki district of Kerala,… Continue reading Anamudi Shola National Park
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.
Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication
News: Researchers from Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru studied Asian elephants in Bandipur and Mudumalai National Parks (Southern India). They recorded elephant sounds for 2 years in different places like forests, grasslands, and water bodies. About Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication Findings of the study: Elephants produce 4 key types of sounds: Type of… Continue reading Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication
La Niña
News: January 2025 recorded the highest global temperatures for any January on record, with the global average surface air temperature rising 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels (1850-1900 average), according to Europe’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). About La Niña La Niña is a climatic phenomenon and one of the three phases of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation… Continue reading La Niña
Marsupials
News: Recently, a team of Australian scientists has successfully created 28 kangaroo embryos using in vitro fertilization (IVF), marking a significant breakthrough in the conservation of marsupials. About Marsupials Marsupials are a distinct group of mammals that give birth to premature young. Unlike placental mammals, their offspring complete most of their development outside the womb. Features… Continue reading Marsupials
Marine Heatwaves (MHWs)
News: The marine heatwaves (MHWs) off the coast of Western Australia have led to the death of over 30,000 fish in January 2025. These heatwaves, which began in September 2024, are still ongoing and have been intensifying over time. About Marine Heatwaves (MHWs) Marine heatwaves (MHWs) are extreme weather events where the sea surface temperature… Continue reading Marine Heatwaves (MHWs)
Why Temperatures at the North Pole Reached 20°C Above Average
News: Recently, temperatures at the North Pole surged more than 20°C above average, reaching levels high enough to cause ice melting. Scientists consider this an extreme winter warming event, though not necessarily the most extreme ever recorded. Reason for the temperature Spike 1. Deep Low-Pressure System Over Iceland: A low-pressure system developed over Iceland, where… Continue reading Why Temperatures at the North Pole Reached 20°C Above Average
Dibru- Saikhowa National Park
News: After Oil India Limited’s (OIL) permission to explore and extract oil and natural gas was rejected in Dibru- Saikhowa National Park, it has applied for carrying out a Research and Development Study in the same well. About Dibru- Saikhowa National Park It is a national park and biosphere reserve located in Dibrugarh and… Continue reading Dibru- Saikhowa National Park
Makhana
News: The Union Budget 2025 announced the establishment of a Makhana Board in Bihar, bringing renewed attention to Makhana. About Makhana Makhana (Fox Nut) is the dried seed of the prickly water lily plant (Euryale ferox). It grows in freshwater ponds, lakes, and wetlands across South and East Asia. The outer seed coat is black,… Continue reading Makhana
Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton
News: The Finance Minister recently introduced a five-year Cotton Mission aimed at improving productivity, sustainability, and the promotion of premium ELS cotton varieties in India. About Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton is a premium type of cotton known for its extra-long fiber length (30 mm or more), making it softer, stronger, and… Continue reading Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton
Four New Ramsar Sites in India
News: Recently, four more wetlands have been recognized as Ramsar sites, increasing the total number in the country to 89. About Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu Location: The Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary is situated in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu. Area: The sanctuary covers an area of 230.495 hectares. Ecological Importance: It functions as an… Continue reading Four New Ramsar Sites in India
