Current Affair Category: Environment & Ecology

Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the state of Gujarat, India, is one of the most important and well-known wildlife sanctuaries in the country. It is particularly famous as the last abode of the Asiatic lion, which is a critically endangered species. Overview of Gir National Park Location: Gir National Park is situated […]

Kaanu, a South Indian Adivasi Knowledge Centre, will be launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre (THRC) at BR Hills, Karnataka. About BR Hills: Biligiriranga Hills, commonly known as BR Hills, is a hill range situated in the southern part of Karnataka, India. It forms the border between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats and is a biodiversity hotspot, […]

Zero-emission trucking refers to the development and deployment of trucks that produce no direct tailpipe emissions, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This concept is critical for the transportation and logistics industry, which has traditionally relied on diesel-powered vehicles that contribute significantly to carbon emissions. Key Technologies in Zero-Emission Trucking: […]

Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways officially launched the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP). About GTTP: The Green Tug Transition Programme is an initiative aimed at reducing the environmental impact of maritime activities, specifically focusing on the decarbonization of tugboats, which are essential for […]

Why in News? the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC)was recently in news. About BWMC: The Ballast Water Management Convention is an international treaty adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2004. It aims to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic organisms from one region to another via ships’ ballast water. 2. Purpose: Ships use […]

A robot dog is a robotic pet designed to simulate the behavior and characteristics of a real dog. These robotic companions range from simple toys to advanced machines with artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous behavior. They are used for entertainment, companionship, education, and even in research and development. Key Features of Robot Dogs: Design and […]

  Why in news ? Japan  has recently issued its first-ever ‘megaquake advisory’ A 7.1-magnitude earthquake has raised the risk of an even larger temblor on the Nankai Trough, an underwater subduction zone. What is mega earthquake ? A mega earthquake is typically defined as a seismic event with a magnitude greater than 8. These […]

The Coupled Model Intercomparison Project (CMIP) is an internationally coordinated effort among climate scientists to improve our understanding of climate change by comparing various climate models. Managed by the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP), CMIP involves multiple phases, with each phase designed to answer specific questions related to climate science and provide projections based on different […]

The Bhoj Wetland, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, was in the news recently due to various environmental concerns, conservation efforts, and recognition of its ecological importance. About Bhoj Wetland Location: The Bhoj Wetland is situated in Bhopal and comprises two man-made lakes, the Upper Lake (Bada Talab) and the Lower Lake (Chhota Talab). Historical […]

The Maharashtra government is awaiting a nod from the Centre for what would be the state’s first elephant reserve, a year after tabling a proposal for it. Authorities from the Nawegaon-Nagzira Tiger Reserve located in Maharashtra’s eastern Vidarbha region had drafted a proposal in August 2023 to declare over 1,400 square kilometres in Gondia and […]