Current Affair Category: Environment & Ecology

December 17, 2024

Impact of Greenwashing on Public Trust

The ‘Mission 100% Electrification’ project is like chasing an unrealistic dream of becoming a green railway, leading to many usable diesel locomotives becoming unnecessary. Export of Diesel Locomotives: India’s RITES Ltd. is sending six refurbished diesel locomotives to Africa after converting them to fit African tracks. This is the first project of its kind. Idle […]



December 13, 2024

Zero safe zones: No Indian city meets WHO air quality standards, says Lancet study

The article discusses the alarming levels of air pollution in India and its health impacts, particularly the effect of PM2.5 particulate matter, as highlighted by a study published in Lancet Planet Health. Pollution Levels in India: No part of India has air pollution levels below the recommended limits by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO […]



December 12, 2024

Why big cats kill their young: many reasons, not just accident?

A tigress killed her three newborn cubs in a zoo in West Bengal’s Siliguri last week while carrying them in her mouth. Her teeth damaged the windpipes of two cubs and the skull of the third. A zoo official described the deaths as “accidental”. This was the second litter of Rika, the tigress, who had struggled with […]



December 10, 2024

Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024: The Government is preparing to introduce several significant bills aimed at driving much-needed reforms in the shipping industry. Key among them are the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, both of which promise to bring transformative changes to boost the sector. […]



December 9, 2024

Death by contamination: on Indian cities and unsafe drinking water

Article Published : The Hindu ( 09/12/2024) Important for – GS 1 /GS 3 Gist/ Summary of the Article: Incident of Contaminated Water in Chennai: Three people died, and 34 others were hospitalized in Pallavaram, Chennai, due to suspected consumption of contaminated piped water. The contamination highlights the gap in ensuring potable water, even in […]



December 7, 2024

International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA):

International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA): About the International Drought Resilience Alliance (IDRA) : It is a global coalition launched in November 2022 during the 27th UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) to address the growing challenges of droughts worldwide. It aims to accelerate actions and build resilience against the increasing frequency and intensity of droughts, exacerbated […]



December 4, 2024

World Wildlife Conservation Day/विश्व वन्यजीव संरक्षण दिवस:

Why in News? World Wildlife Conservation Day (December 4) serves as an occasion to not only celebrate the country’s rich biodiversity but also evaluate if enough is being done to protect the critically endangered species that find a home her. India’s Rich Biodiversity and Global Significance Biodiversity Statistics: India covers only 2.4% of the world’s […]



December 4, 2024

Coastal Erosion in India: A Growing Crisis/भारत में तटीय कटाव: एक बढ़ता संकट

Why in News ?A recent Lok Sabha session highlighted that 33.6% of India’s coastline is under threat from erosion, emphasizing the need for robust coastal management. India’s Coastline: Spanning over 7,500 km, India’s coast includes 9 states, 2 UTs, and 66 coastal districts. Coastal morphology: 43% sandy beaches, 11% rocky coasts, 36% muddy flats, 10% […]



December 3, 2024

Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR)/समुद्री कार्बन डाइऑक्साइड निष्कासन (mCDR):

Why in News ?The term was recently in news  regarding the role of ocean in mitigating the climate change. About Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR): A Comprehensive Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) encompasses a set of strategies aimed at reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) levels by enhancing the ocean’s natural capacity to absorb and store […]



December 2, 2024

Red-Breasted Flycatcher (Ficedula parva):

Red-Breasted Flycatcher (Ficedula parva): The Red-breasted Flycatcher is a small, insectivorous passerine bird belonging to the Old World flycatcher family. Known for its striking appearance, the bird is a winter migrant to India, arriving from Eastern Europe and Central Asia to escape harsh winters. Key Features Physical Characteristics: Male: Exhibits a distinctive orange-red throat patch […]



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Environment & Ecology | Vaid ICS Institute - Part 11