Source: The post is based on the article “How bees can monitor pollution for us — everything from toxic metals to antimicrobial resistance” published in Down To Earth on 26th August 2023 What is the News? Two new studies have used honey bees as biomonitoring tools to track contamination in urban environments. How can bees… Continue reading How bees can monitor pollution for us — everything from toxic metals to antimicrobial resistance
Tag: Environment
Himalayan blunders that are ravaging the Himalayas
Source– The post is based on the article “Himalayan blunders that are ravaging the Himalayas” published in “The Hindu” on 28th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment and disaster management Relevance: Himalayan ecosystem News– The article deals with the impact of Chardham Mahamarg Vikas Pariyojna on Himalayan ecosystem. It also explains the harm caused… Continue reading Himalayan blunders that are ravaging the Himalayas
Cleantech, for an inclusive green future in India
Source– The post is based on the article “Cleantech, for an inclusive green future in India” published in “The Hindu” on 26th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment News– In his address to the nation on Independence Day this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about India showing the world how to combat climate change. Contents1… Continue reading Cleantech, for an inclusive green future in India
Indu Bhushan and Soumya Swaminathan write: India’s hidden adversary, lead poisoning
Source: The post is based on the article “Indu Bhushan and Soumya Swaminathan write: India’s hidden adversary, lead poisoning” published in “The Indian Express” on 26th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Environment Pollution News: The author discusses the serious issue of lead poisoning in India, affecting many children. Despite global awareness, India’s old paints, water-pipes,… Continue reading Indu Bhushan and Soumya Swaminathan write: India’s hidden adversary, lead poisoning
“What are the concerns about drilling in the North Sea?”
Source: The post is based on the article “What are the concerns about drilling in the North Sea?” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment News: The U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak approved new offshore fossil fuel drilling in the North Sea, despite environmental concerns and the global push against climate… Continue reading “What are the concerns about drilling in the North Sea?”
Evolution will not save aircraft from bird hits”
Source: The post is based on the article “Evolution will not save aircraft from bird hits” published in “Live Mint” on 18th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Bio-diversity & Environment News: The article discusses the increasing number of bird strikes with aircraft in India, the challenges birds face adapting to modern aviation threats. Why are birds… Continue reading Evolution will not save aircraft from bird hits”
Understanding the MoEFCC’s U-turn
Source: The post is based on the article “Understanding the MoEFCC’s U-turn” published in The Hindu on 17th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment Conservation News: In June, the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) reversed its decision to establish integrated regional offices by merging offices of the Forest Survey of India (FSI), the… Continue reading Understanding the MoEFCC’s U-turn
Small With Smarts – On Air Pollution
Source– The post is based on the article “Small With Smarts” published in “The Times of India” on 14th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology Relevance: Issues related to research and innovation News– The article explains the recent developments regarding reducing the air pollution in Delhi. What are some recent developments regarding the tackling… Continue reading Small With Smarts – On Air Pollution
The Tasks That Will Protect India’s Tuskers
Source– The post is based on the article “The Tasks That Will Protect India’s Tuskers” published in “The Times of India” on 12th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment Relevance: Conservation of animal biodiversity News– The article explains the steps taken by Indian government for elephant conservation What are some facts about elephants in India? India… Continue reading The Tasks That Will Protect India’s Tuskers
Elephant conservation: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the role of elephants in the ecosystem?3 What are the challenges in elephant conservation?4 What are the legal protections given to the Asian elephants?5 What are the steps taken by the government for elephant conservation?6 What should be the way forward for elephant conservation? Introduction As… Continue reading Elephant conservation: Explained, pointwise
