Source– This post is based on the article “Why UN has declared 2024 the International Year Of Camelids” published in “Hindustan Times” on 18th December 2023. Why in the News? The United Nations has named 2024 the International Year of Camelids to emphasize their vital role in the lives of global communities. What is the… Continue reading 2024 is the International Year Of Camelids
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.
Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species
Source: The post is based on the article “Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species” published in “PIB” on 18th December 2023 Why in the News? The Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change has informed Lok Sabha about the measures taken for the conservation of marine species. What are the steps taken… Continue reading Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species
India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time
Source: The post is based on the article “India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time” published in “PIB” on 18th December 2023 Why in the News? India has achieved its two initial Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Targets well ahead of time. What is a Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)? 1)… Continue reading India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time
Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary: Tiger spotted at record high elevation of 3,640m in Sikkim
Source: The post is based on the article “Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary: Tiger spotted at record high elevation of 3,640m in Sikkim” published in “Hindustan Times” on 9th December 2023 Why in the News? A tiger has been spotted at an elevation of 3,640 meters in the Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary in Sikkim. This marks the highest… Continue reading Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary: Tiger spotted at record high elevation of 3,640m in Sikkim
Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched
Source: The post is based on the article “Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched” published in “The Hindu” on 15th December 2023 Why in the News? India’s fastest solar-electric boat named Barracuda has been launched. What is Barracuda? Specifications Details What is it It is India’s fastest solar-electric boat Developed jointly by Navalt Solar and… Continue reading Barracuda: India’s fastest’ solar-electric boat launched
ENACT Partnership + infographic
Source– This post is based on the article “Six countries and UN agency join vital global partnership to advance Nature-based Solutions” published on “IUCN website” on 9th December 2023. Why in the News? The ENACT (Enhancing Nature-based Solutions for an Accelerated Climate Transformation) Partnership has welcomed six new countries and UNEP into its collaboration at… Continue reading ENACT Partnership + infographic
Diel Vertical Migration: A Key Player in Carbon Sequestration
Source– This post is based on the article “What is Diel Vertical Migration and its role in carbon sequestration?” published in “The Hindu” on 6th December 2023. Why in the News? Diel Vertical Migration (DVM) has garnered attention in recent news for its involvement in carbon sequestration. What is Diel Vertical Migration? 1) Diel Vertical… Continue reading Diel Vertical Migration: A Key Player in Carbon Sequestration
Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA) Launched at COP28
Source- This post is based on the article “NMCG Launches Global River Cities Alliance at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai” published in “PIB” on 12th December 2023. Why in the News? The Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA), led by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), was launched at COP28 in Dubai.… Continue reading Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA) Launched at COP28
Vulnerability to climate change induced health issues
Source– This post is based on the article “Indians vulnerable to climate change-induced health issues” published in “The Hindu” on 14th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, a research paper has highlighted the vulnerability of Indians to climate change-induced health issues. What are the Findings of the Study? The study focused on measuring district-level exposures,… Continue reading Vulnerability to climate change induced health issues
The Reintroduction of Cheetahs in Banni grassland
Source– This post is based on the article “Cheetahs to return to Gujarat as Centre approves breeding centre in Banni grassland” published in “The Indian Express” on 9th December 2023. Why in the News? The central government has approved a proposal to set up a cheetah conservation breeding centre in Banni grasslands of Kutch district… Continue reading The Reintroduction of Cheetahs in Banni grassland
