Sustainable Water Solutions Amid India’s Increasing Water Stress
Context: India is facing increasing water stress, leading to a rise in quick-fix solutions by non-profits and civil society organizations. While these solutions may provide immediate relief, it is crucial to assess their long-term sustainability. Careful examination and adoption of strategies that can withstand future challenges are necessary. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions […]
About The Ethanol Impetus
Context: Prime Minister, at a G20 Energy Ministers’ meet recently, said that India has rolled out 20% ethanol-blended petrol this year and aims to “cover the entire country by 2025”. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Biofuel Blend with Petroleum Products: Generations of Biofuel: Ethanol and Ethanol Blending in India: […]
Desiccation-Tolerant Vascular (DT) Plants
Context: New study discovers 62 desiccation-tolerant vascular plant species in India’s Western Ghats, with potential applications in agriculture & conservation. These species of plants can withstand harsh environments. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: DT Plant: Desiccation-Tolerant Vascular Plants Global Population Distribution Adaptation to Harsh Environments Glyphochloa Genus Color Variations and […]
About The Radio Collars
Context: Recently, the use of radio collars in the cheetah reintroduction project in Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary, Madhya Pradesh, India, has resulted in unexpected setbacks, with cheetahs experiencing neck wounds and septicaemia, an infection of the blood by bacteria. Relevance GS III: Conservation Dimensions of the Article: Radio Collars Challenges Associated with Radio Collars in Wildlife Monitoring Cheetah Reintroduction Project in […]
About The Coal Gasification
Focus: GS III: Environmental Pollution and Degradation Why in News? The Ministry of Coal is considering a Comprehensive Scheme to promote Coal Gasification, aiming to achieve 100 Million Tonne (MT) coal Gasification by FY 2030. Key Points of the Coal Gasification Scheme: Objective: Selection Process: Benefits: Coal Gasification: Coal gasification is a process that involves partially oxidizing […]
Waterlogging Crisis in Delhi Due to Rising Yamuna River Levels
Context: Delhi is currently experiencing a severe waterlogging crisis due to the rising water levels of the Yamuna River. The water level has surged to 208.13 meters, marking the highest recorded level since 1963. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Cause and Impact of Increasing Water Level of Yamuna Cause: Impact: Yamuna River Important Dam and Tributaries: […]
Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health
Context: Recently, the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) in its report “Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health” highlighted that the Microplastics and nano plastics considerably impact human and animal gut microbiomes as well as the environment. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report “Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human […]
About The National Green Tribunal
Context: Recently, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed fines of about Rs 80,000 crore on States and UTs for non-compliance of sewage treatment and garbage disposal rules and for violating orders. The highest penalty has been imposed on Tamil Nadu followed by Maharashtra, MP and UP. Relevance: GS-III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: National Green Tribunal (NGT) […]
Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill 2023
Context: A Parliamentary committee, set up to examine proposed amendments to the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, has endorsed the amendment Bill in its entirety. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Background on Forest Laws in India: Increased pressure on forest land: Restrictions on forest land diversion: Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill: Key Features […]
About The Gucchi Mushroom
Context: Unpredictable weather patterns, early springs, and above-average temperatures have left gucchi mushroom hunters in distress. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Gucchi mushroom (morel): Health benefits: -Source: Down To Earth