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.

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

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

Growth in India’s Tiger population

News: Recently, a study has revealed that India’s tiger population has grown by 30% in the last 20 years. Findings of the study Findings of the study has highlighted that there are various reasons due to which this growth has been seen such as: Effective Conservation Strategies: India has implemented a balanced approach combining land-sharing… Continue reading Growth in India’s Tiger population

Mangroves and their Importance

News: A recent study conducted by researchers highlights the remarkable ability of Sunderban mangroves to recover from environmental stress within weeks. About Mangroves and their Importance Mangroves are trees that grow in salty water near the sea. They are unique because most trees cannot survive in such conditions. The Sundarbans are located in the delta… Continue reading Mangroves and their Importance

Teesta River

News: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) recently approved the reconstruction of the Teesta-III dam in Sikkim, despite concerns over its structural resilience and environmental risks. About Teesta River The Teesta River originates from the Tso Lhamo Lake in the eastern Himalayas, located in Sikkim, India. It flows through Sikkim and… Continue reading Teesta River

Asian Waterbird Census

News– As per Asian Waterbird 2025 census, a record 39,725 birds of 106 species were sighted in the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary and its surrounding wetlands. About Asian Waterbird Census It is a citizen-science programme that supports the conservation and management of wetlands and waterbirds worldwide. It is conducted annually and is part of the global International Waterbird… Continue reading Asian Waterbird Census

Asan wetland

News– A bird counting campaign at Asan Wetland in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, has been successful, with volunteers spotting 5,225 birds from 117 species. About Asan wetland (Asan Conservation Reserve) Location: It is situated in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, along the Asan River, which flows into the Yamuna River. It was declared a Conservation Reserve in 2005 under… Continue reading Asan wetland

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