News: Scientists have identified a bright Orange-mouthed Monkey found in Africa, as a new species. About Orange-Mouthed Monkey It belongs to the larger group of colobus monkeys. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Colobus congoensis. It is locally known as the ‘Likweli’. It was first discovered in 2008. Habitat: It is largely confined to high,… Continue reading Orange-mouthed Monkey
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Sulphur Dioxide
News: According to CREA, about 81% of SO₂ emissions from coal-fired power plants within 300 km of Delhi-NCR come from plants exempted from installing flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) systems. About Sulphur Dioxide Sulphur dioxide (SO2) is a heavy, colourless, toxic gas. Source: Its largest source in the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels by… Continue reading Sulphur Dioxide
Poonch River
News: As a precautionary measure, the Municipal Council of Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir, has relocated municipal solid waste away from the Poonch River to prevent it from entering the river during the monsoon season. About the Poonch River It is a snow-fed perennial river which flows through Jammu and Kashmir in India and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. It… Continue reading Poonch River
Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
News: The Tamil Nadu government has locked and sealed 42 illegal resorts and farmhouses operating without permission in the eco-sensitive zone of the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. About Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve Location: It is located in Erode District, Tamil Nadu. It was declared as the 41st Tiger Reserve in the Country and 4th Tiger Reserve in… Continue reading Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
Desert Rain Frog
News: The desert rain frog (Breviceps macrops) has become increasingly vulnerable to extinction, according to the latest International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. About Desert Rain Frog The Desert Rain Frog is a species of frog in the family Brevicipitidae. It is also known as web-footed rain frog, or Boulenger’s short-headed frog… Continue reading Desert Rain Frog
Himalayan Pangolin (Manis aurita)
News: Researchers have revalidated and concluded that the Himalayan pangolin (Manis aurita) is a distinct extant species, separate from the Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla). About Himalayan Pangolin (Manis aurita) It is a species of Asian Pangolin. Earlier, it was considered as a subspecies of Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla). Scientific name: Its scientific name is Manis aurita. Distribution:… Continue reading Himalayan Pangolin (Manis aurita)
Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) 2026
News: At the Hamburg Sustainability Conference 2026, India achieved its best-ever performance in the UN SDG Index, rising to 94th place among 167 countries from 99th in 2025, with an overall score of 68.3 out of 100. About Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) 2026 Hamburg Sustainability Conference is a platform for trusted dialogue, productive exchange, and… Continue reading Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) 2026
Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary
News: The Gujarat High Court has dismissed a long-standing petition by Tata Chemicals Ltd (TCL) and held it liable for extensive environmental damage to the Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary. About Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary Location: The Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary is located on the southern shoreline of the Gulf of Kutch, along… Continue reading Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary
Caustic Soda
News: New environmental standards require caustic soda plants using membrane cell technology to pass a fish-survival test for wastewater toxicity. About Caustic Soda It is also known as sodium hydroxide (NaOH). Properties: It is a corrosive white crystalline solid. It is highly alkaline and readily dissolves in water, releasing hydroxide ions (OH⁻) and resulting in… Continue reading Caustic Soda
2026 Food Planet Prize
News: Andhra Pradesh’s community-led natural farming programme has won the 2026 Food Planet Prize. About 2026 Food Planet Prize About Food Planet Prize is the world’s largest environmental award. Presented by: It is presented annually by the Curt Bergfors Foundation in Sweden. It rewards innovative initiatives that will improve the global food system within ten years… Continue reading 2026 Food Planet Prize
