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
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.
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
India’s extreme rainfall ‘corridor’
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s extreme rainfall corridor” published in “The Hindu” on 13th December 2023 Why in the News? Researchers have discovered a stable “highway” over India where large-scale extreme rainfall events occur simultaneously during monsoons. What are the Key Findings of the study related to Indian Monsoon? 1) Global… Continue reading India’s extreme rainfall ‘corridor’
Koya tribe
Source- This post is based on the article “Koya tribe rides the eco-friendly wave to help conserve the Indian Bison of Eastern Ghats” published in “The Hindu” on 9th December 2023. Why in the News? In an effort to conserve the Indian Bison, the Koya tribe of Andhra Pradesh, India, is switching from traditional bison… Continue reading Koya tribe
Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme
Source– This post is based on the article “Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme launched to promote Sustainable Management of forests and agroforestry” Published in “PIB” on 11th December 2023. Why in the News? The Ministry of Environment has launched the Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme. What is Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme?… Continue reading Indian Forest & Wood Certification Scheme
Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary: Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre in Visakhapatnam
Source: The post is based on the article “Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary: Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre in Visakhapatnam” published in “The Hindu” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? The Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre is being opened in the Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary. What is the Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre? 1) Eastern Ghats… Continue reading Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary: Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre in Visakhapatnam
