Source: The post “Pesticides Management Bill, 2025: Revised draft but old gaps remain’’ has been created, based on “Pesticides Management Bill, 2025: Revised draft but old gaps remain” published in “Down to Earth” on 10 January 2026. Pesticides Management Bill, 2025: Revised draft but old gaps remain. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The… Continue reading Pesticides Management Bill, 2025: Revised draft but old gaps remain
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Gray Slender Loris
News: Kerala and Tamil Nadu have begun efforts to restore habitats and strengthen monitoring of the grey slender loris. About Gray Slender Loris The gray slender loris is a small nocturnal primate. They belongs to the group of prosimians, which represents some of the oldest and most primitive primates. Scientific name: Loris lydekkerianus Sub- species: Malabar slender loris,… Continue reading Gray Slender Loris
Ozempic
News: A trend has been seen promoting a drink made by blending oats with water or juice, commonly referred to as “oatzempic.” About Oatzempic Oatzempic is oat-based drink that people consume in the morning, often on an empty stomach for weight loss, appetite control or other health outcomes. The name references Ozempic, a prescription drug… Continue reading Ozempic
Mishmi takin
News: The Mishmi takin is an elusive mountain ungulate found in the mist-covered Mishmi Hills of Arunachal Pradesh. It holds cultural, ecological, and symbolic importance for local communities. About Mishmi Takin The Mishmi takin is a goat-antelope native to Asia. It is a subspecies of takin. Habitat: The Mishmi takin thrives in diverse ecosystems, including pine… Continue reading Mishmi takin
Lightning an understated disaster in India
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 24 December 2025. Lightning an understated disaster in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Disaster Management Context: Lightning is the deadliest natural… Continue reading Lightning an understated disaster in India
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
