Category: Ecology and Environment

Context The Supreme Court questioned the effectiveness of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in controlling air pollutants as a result of stubble burning in North India. Background Recently the air quality in Delhi slipped into the ‘negative’ category, signaling the Read More …

Context India has recently taken a significant step towards marine conservation by signing the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement. This international treaty aims to protect marine biodiversity in the high seas, which constitute about two-thirds of the world’s oceans and Read More …

Context The Union Cabinet has recently approved the continuation of the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats (IDWH) scheme for the 15th Finance Commission cycle, with an overall outlay of ₹2,602.98 crore. This centrally sponsored scheme, launched by the Ministry of Read More …

Context The integration of urban solid waste into highway construction represents a significant advancement in sustainable infrastructure development. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has initiated a policy aimed at utilizing inert materials derived from urban solid waste Read More …

Context The government has authorized the modified Pradhan Mantri Jaiv Indhan Vatavaran Anukool Fasal Awashesh Nivaran (PM-JI-VAN) Yojana. About The modified scheme extends the implementation timeline by 5 years, i.e., till 2028-29. It now consists of superior biofuels constructed from Read More …

Context A report by the Accountant General of Madhya Pradesh has flagged concerns over the management of Project Cheetah in Kuno National Park, highlighting a “lack of coordination” between central and state authorities departments. Project Cheetah Project Cheetah is India’s Read More …

Context Swachhata Hi Seva 2024 is the cleanliness drive by the Government of India for a clean and hygiene environment across the country. It seeks to engage citizens, organisations and institutions in cleanliness activities in order to foster the spirit Read More …

Context Air pollution, especially in urban areas like Delhi, has reached critical levels, worsened during winter by stubble burning—a common agricultural practice to clear fields. To address this, the Delhi government has introduced bio-decomposer, a microbial solution that breaks down Read More …

Context Recent studies have revealed alarming statistics regarding plastic pollution, positioning India as the world’s largest contributor. With an estimated release of 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, India accounts for nearly one-fifth of global plastic emissions. This situation Read More …

About Under this program, about 24,800 rainwater harvesting systems are being built across the country to enhance rainwater harvesting and ensure long-term water sustainability. The ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative seeks to preserve water with a strong emphasis on community Read More …