News: Torrential rainfall in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district caused the Pampa River to overflow its banks, leading to widespread flooding in Ranni, Aranmula, Kozhencherry and Cherukolpuzha. About Pampa River It is the third longest west flowing river of Kerala (after Periyar & Bharathapuzha). It is also known as Pamba River. It is known as the ‘Dakshina… Continue reading Pampa 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.
Environmental Performance Index
News: India’s position in Yale University’s Global Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2026 has been labeled by experts as a stark warning that demands immediate attention. About Environmental Performance Index It is a data-driven global benchmark which provides a comprehensive assessment of sustainability worldwide. Developed by: It is developed by the Yale Center for Environmental Law… Continue reading Environmental Performance Index
Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus)
News: Scientists at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) have reported two roadkill incidents of the rusty-spotted cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus) at the National Chambal Sanctuary in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh. About Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus) It is widely recognised as the world’s smallest wild cat species. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Prionailurus rubiginosus. Habitat: It… Continue reading Rusty-spotted Cat (Prionailurus rubiginosus)
Houbara Bustard
News: The Houbara Bustard has suffered major population declines due to habitat loss, hunting, and degradation of its breeding grounds. About Houbara Bustard It is a large terrestrial bird. Scientific name: It is split into two distinct species as recognized by the IUCN: one residing in North Africa (Chlamydotis undulata) and the other residing in… Continue reading Houbara Bustard
Tigidia Singhal
News: Researchers have described a new trapdoor spider species, Tigidia singhal, from the semi-arid grasslands of the Deccan Plateau. About Tigidia Singhal Tigidia singhal is a newly described species of trapdoor spider discovered in the semi-arid grasslands of the Deccan Plateau in Maharashtra. Genus and Family: It belongs to the genus Tigidia and the family… Continue reading Tigidia Singhal
MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
News: Andhra Pradesh secured second place under the MISHTI scheme after restoring 2,047.70 hectares of mangroves during 2025–26. About MISHTI Scheme Full form: Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes (MISHTI) Scheme It is a scheme to promote, conserve and restore mangroves for ecological protection and climate resilience. Launched by: The Ministry of Environment,… Continue reading MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
News: In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, sustainable cultivation of the endangered medicinal herb Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) is helping conserve the species and supporting the rural mountain economy. About Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) It is a medicinal herb, locally known as Kutki. Botanical name: Its botanical name is Picrorhiza kurroa. Native to: It is native to the… Continue reading Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
News: UNEP and GEF launched the GCMP to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of both the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and the Minamata Convention on Mercury. About Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) The Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) is a worldwide initiative led by theUnited Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Funded by: It… Continue reading Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)
Sal (Shorea robusta) and Sal Borer Infestation
News: The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has sought permission to fell nearly 150,000 sal trees after a severe sal borer infestation in Dindori district. About Sal (Shorea robusta) Tree Sal (Shorea robusta) is one of the oldest and strongest tree species and is an important forest tree of northern India. Family: It belongs to the Dipterocarpaceae… Continue reading Sal (Shorea robusta) and Sal Borer Infestation
Hornbills
News: In July, four Malabar pied hornbills were spotted near agricultural fields along the Muyyam river in Kannur district, Kerala, a first for the area. About Hornbills Hornbills are a tropical birds named for their unusually large, curved bills. Scientific name: They scientific name Bucerotidae. Family: They belongs to Bucerotidae family. Habitat: They inhabit the canopy of tall… Continue reading Hornbills
