News: Three African wild dogs travelled over 4,000 kilometres to find mates, offering hope for the survival of this endangered species. About African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) The African wild dogs are the largest wild canine in Africa, and the only extant members of the genus Lycaon. They are one of the world’s most endangered… Continue reading African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus)
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Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub
News: The Central Asian Conservation Network (CACN) has launched a new Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub for the conservation of migratory birds. About Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub is a collaborative digital platform for the conservation of migratory birds. Launched by: It has been launched by Central Asian Conservation Network (CACN).… Continue reading Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub
Living Planet Report 2026
News: The Living Planet Index 2026 was been published recently by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). About Living Planet Report 2026 Living Planet Report is a measure of the state of the world’s biological diversity based on population trends of vertebrate species from terrestrial, freshwater and marine habitats. Released by: It is released… Continue reading Living Planet Report 2026
Herugavialis Cairensis
News: Scientists have identified Herugavialis Cairensis, a new species of extinct crocodilian from fossils discovered in Egypt. About Herugavialis Cairensis Herugavialis Cairensis is a newly discovered extinct crocodile species that lived millions of years before in Egypt. It has been named after the Egyptian god Heru or Horus. It belongs to a group of long-snouted… Continue reading Herugavialis Cairensis
Aak (Calotropis gigantea) and Aak Fibre
News: The traditional craft of aak-fibre weaving is facing decline, though a renewed market could help preserve the craft and create livelihood opportunities for local communities. About Aak (Calotropis gigantea) and Aak Fibre Aak is a large perennial shrub, commonly called crown flower or giant milkweed. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Calotropis gigantea. Family:… Continue reading Aak (Calotropis gigantea) and Aak Fibre
UN adopts First Declaration on Sea Level Rise
News: The United Nations General Assembly has adopted its first declaration on sea level rise, with member states, including the U.S.A, agreeing on a common text. About First-ever UN Declaration on Sea Level Rise The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted its first-ever declaration on sea-level rise. It marks the first time that UN… Continue reading UN adopts First Declaration on Sea Level Rise
Towards Recognising Women Farmers
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Land reforms in India. Introduction Women are playing a growing role in Indian agriculture, but their contribution is often not matched by formal recognition as farmers. Since farmer identity is largely linked to land records, women who cultivate family or other land without ownership rights can remain outside official databases… Continue reading Towards Recognising Women Farmers
New Horizons Probe
News: The New Horizons Probe is important to the Pluto debate as it provided the first close-up scientific observations of Pluto after its reclassification as a dwarf planet. About New Horizons Probe New Horizons Probe is a space probe launched as a part of NASA’s New Frontiers program. Launched by: It was launched by NASA… Continue reading New Horizons Probe
Definition of a ‘Planet’ and Pluto
News: New Horizons’ probe 2015 discoveries and images captured of Pluto has renewed debate over definition of a ‘Planet’ and Pluto as a planet. About Definition of a ‘Planet’ and Pluto In 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) met in Prague to decide what exactly should be called a planet. Condition for recognition as planet:… Continue reading Definition of a ‘Planet’ and Pluto
Budhabalanga River
News: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently examined a case of alleged illegal sand mining in the Budhabalanga River in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. About Budhabalanga River Budhabalanga River flows through Odisha. Origin: It originates from the Similipal Hill, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. Course of river: It plunges through Barehipani falls, the second-highest waterfall in India, located… Continue reading Budhabalanga River
