Source: The post “Lightning an understated disaster in India” has been created, based on “Lightning an understated disaster in India: Experts call for deeper understanding of atmospheric electricity” published in “Down to earth” on 24th December 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Disaster Management Context: Lightning is the deadliest natural hazard in India, causing more fatalities… Continue reading Lightning an understated disaster in India
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Erivan Anomalous Blue Butterfly
News: Armenia has revealed the official logo for the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity, featuring the Erivan Anomalous Blue Butterfly at its centre. About Erivan Anomalous Blue Butterfly It is a butterfly species belonging to the family Lycaenidae and the genus Polyommatus. The species is endemic to Southern… Continue reading Erivan Anomalous Blue Butterfly
Penguins
News: New scientific research has revealed that the overexploitation of sardines off southern Africa directly contributed to the deaths of more than 60,000 African penguins. About Penguins Penguins are flightless marine birds that belong to the order Sphenisciformes. They consist of approximately 18–21 species that inhabit only the Southern Hemisphere. Most penguin species live… Continue reading Penguins
Ningaloo Reef
News: An unprecedented marine heatwave has caused catastrophic damage to the UNESCO-listed Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia, killing nearly 70% of its corals. About Ningaloo Reef Location: Ningaloo Reef is located on Western Australia’s remote northwest coast along the East Indian Ocean. It is about 1,200 km north of Perth. The reef is bordered by… Continue reading Ningaloo Reef
UAE Just Transition Work Programme (JTWP)
News: At COP30 in Belem, Brazil, the UAE Just Transition Work Programme (JTWP) formally adopted a new Just Transition Mechanism (JTM) to support countries in transitioning away from fossil fuels through technical assistance, capacity-building, and international cooperation. About UAE Just Transition Work Programme (JTWP) The JTWP is formally adopted at COP30 in Belem, Brazil, also called the… Continue reading UAE Just Transition Work Programme (JTWP)
Global Methane Status Report 2025
News: The Global Methane Status Report was released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) at COP30 in Belem. About Global Methane Status Report 2025 The report provides updates on global progress on methane mitigation and the remaining work needed to achieve the Global Methane Pledge, as well as the potential for further ambition. Released by: It… Continue reading Global Methane Status Report 2025
Saranda Forest
News: Recently, the Supreme Court directed the Government of Jharkhand to notify 31,468.25 hectares of the Saranda Game Sanctuary as Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary. About Saranda Forest Saranda Forest is located in the West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. The name “Saranda” comes from a local expression meaning “The Land of Seven Hundred Hills,” reflecting its hilly… Continue reading Saranda Forest
State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) Report 2025
News: State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) 2025 report released on November 3, 2025 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. About State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) Report 2025 The SOFA 2025 report offers an in-depth assessment of the ways in which human-induced land degradation affects agricultural productivity, food security,… Continue reading State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) Report 2025
Pampadum Shola National Park
News: Pampadum Shola National Park is in the news for its successful forest restoration work. In recent years, the Forest Department has been removing non-native trees and wattle that had spread across the park and harmed its natural shola-grassland ecosystem. About Pampadum Shola National Park Location: The Pampadum Shola National Park located in Idukki, Kerala.… Continue reading Pampadum Shola National Park
Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI)
News: In October 2025, representatives from several Central Asian countries endorsed a six-year work programme under the Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI) to strengthen transboundary conservation efforts for 17 iconic mammal species. About Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI) Launch: CAMI was launched in 2014 during the 11th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP11)… Continue reading Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI)
