Current Affair Category: Environment & Ecology

Why in news ? The second Indian Wildlife Ecology Conference (IWEC) was held from July 10-12, 2026, at Ashoka University in Sonepat, Haryana. The conference served as a pivotal gathering for researchers to address the rapidly evolving landscape of wildlife ecology in India. Context: The Changing Landscape: Wildlife ecology in India is undergoing significant transformation […]

Context: India’s bioeconomy has surged from $10 billion (2014) to over $195 billion (2025), establishing the country as a rapidly growing global biotechnology hub. Definition: What is BioEconomy? Concept: It is the knowledge-based production and utilization of biological resources to provide products, processes, and services across economic sectors within a sustainable framework. Scope: It encompasses […]

Why in the News? The ‘Chita Andolan’ (Pyre Protest) has resumed in Madhya Pradesh. Communities affected by the Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) have mobilized, alleging systemic delays in rehabilitation, inadequate compensation, and forced resettlement procedures. Why is it Relevant? GS Paper II (Governance/Social Justice): Addresses the conflict between development and the rights of vulnerable sections, […]

Why in News? The Nameri National Park and Tiger Reserve has reported a significant four-fold increase in its tiger population, rising from three in 2022 to 12 by the end of 2025. This success has been officially validated by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), marking a major milestone in Assam’s wildlife conservation efforts. Key […]

Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) & Delhi’s Air Pollution Context: Current Status (July 2026): Recent analysis indicates that over the last three winters, Delhi-NCR spent approximately one-third of the period under the two strictest stages of GRAP (Stages 3 and 4). Policy Shift: Due to consistently high pollution levels, the Delhi government has mandated anti-pollution […]

Why in news ? The World Bank has decided to change how it manages its climate-related work. While it is continuing its overall Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP), it is no longer setting specific “funding targets” (the requirement to spend a certain percentage of its total money on climate projects). What is changing? No More […]

Context: The first attempt to reintroduce a captive-bred white-rumped vulture into the wild in South India resulted in a setback. The radio-tagged bird was accidentally electrocuted by a power line in Ebbanad village, located near the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. About the White-Rumped Vulture: What It Is: The white-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis) is an “Old World” […]

Why in News? Recently, misleading and unsubstantiated claims regarding Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) have been circulating on social media. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, has clarified that the EBP is a scientifically validated and strictly monitored programme, aimed at bolstering India’s energy security and environmental sustainability. Key Points: Objective: Launched […]

 Context: The Supreme Court-appointed committee led by Kanchan Devi is facing scrutiny from environmental experts and former officials, who have advocated for its restructuring. About Kanchan Devi Committee: Definition: It is a Supreme Court-appointed expert panel constituted on 25 May 2026. Mandate: The committee was formed to review the Supreme Court’s earlier judgments regarding the […]

Introduction: Nature of Report: A comprehensive global assessment evaluating the exposure and vulnerability of children to climate and environmental hazards. Core Focus: It measures the impact of overlapping climate risks (heat, drought, floods, etc.) on child health, education, nutrition, and survival. Key Findings: India’s Vulnerability Profile: India records one of the highest climate hazard exposure […]