According to a recent findings, the golden langur, a rare primate species endemic to the Indo-Bhutan border region, is facing a severe threat of extinction due to rapid habitat loss and deforestation in Assam. About Golden langurs
Category: Environment
Myristica swamp forest discovered in Maharashtra
A group of researchers recently discovered a Myristica swamp forest in Kumbral, Maharashtra, which is protected by the local community. About Myristica swamp forest
Swachh Vayu Survekshan Awards 2024
The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (Swachh Vayu Diwas) was observed on 7 September at Jaipur.
India’s first conservation and breeding centre for Asian King Vultures
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on 6 September inaugurated India’s first conservation and breeding centre for the Asian King Vultures in Bharivaisi, Campierganj Range of the Gorakhpur forest division.
Kerala, Tamil Nadu host most number of butterfly species in Western Ghats
A study was published in the Journal of the Bombay Natural History Society on the updated distribution and population status of butterflies. Key highlights of study
India’s first study on ‘teal carbon’
India’s first study on ‘teal carbon’ was undertaken at Keoladeo National Park (KNP) in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district. What is Teal Carbon? Study highlights
Core Zone of tiger reserve
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) — the apex body tasked with tiger conservation-has asked 19 States to “prioritise” the removal of villagers who are residents in the core tiger zones.
Carrhotus piperus-A new species of jumping spider
A new species of jumping spider, Carrhotus piperus, has been identified in the lower Palani Hills of Tamil Nadu. It brings the number of known Carrhotus species in India to 10, and to 37 globally.
Uttar Pradesh launches Operation Bhediya to capture Indian Gray Wolves
According to media reports, over 35 villages in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich are on high alert after a pack of wolves killed at least seven children and a woman in the past one-and-a-half months. About Indian Gray Wolf (Canis lupus pallipes)
International Whale Shark Day
August 30 has been declared as the International Whale Shark Day by the host of the Second International Whale Shark Conference, National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP), Mexico. About whale shark (Rhincodon typus)
Northern bald ibis (Waldrapp)
The distinctive northern bald ibis, hunted essentially to extinction by the 17th century, was revived in Europe by breeding and rewilding efforts over the last two decades.
UN Secretary-General issued a global call to action to address the crisis of rising sea levels
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a global call to action during his visit to Tonga on August 27, 2024. Key concerns Sea level rise consequences Solutions (Updated on 28 August)
Sonoluminescence
Sonoluminescence is a scientific phenomenon that occurs when a gas bubble in a liquid emits light after being subjected to intense sound waves. Echolocation
Bharat Zero Emission Trucking (ZET) Policy Advisory
The Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India, launched the advisory document titled “Bharat Zero Emission Trucking (ZET) Policy Advisory” on August 21, 2024.
Banni grassland
A new study has assessed the suitability of different areas of Banni for sustainable grassland restoration, considering ecological value to be the primary criterion.