environment current affairs UPSC

Mar 17, 2026 4 min

India Submits First National Report on Nagoya Protocol

India has submitted its first National Report on the Nagoya Protocol, highlighting progress in Access and Benefit Sharing, biodiversity governance and community...

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Mar 03, 2026 6 min

World Wildlife Day 2026

Explore World Wildlife Day 2026 theme, its global importance, and major Indian Acts and policies related to wildlife protection and biodiversity conservation.

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Feb 14, 2026 4 min

Sangatam Resolution

Sangtam community in Nagaland launches community-led resolution to protect pangolins and curb wildlife trafficking along the India–Myanmar border.

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Feb 10, 2026 3 min

Polyrhachis garbhangaensis

A new ant species, Polyrhachis garbhangaensis, discovered near Guwahati highlights the ecological value of urban-adjacent forests in Assam.

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Feb 09, 2026 3 min

World’s Longest Snake

A 7.22-metre reticulated python from Sulawesi, Indonesia, has been recognised by Guinness World Records as the longest measured snake.

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Feb 08, 2026 5 min

Rat-Hole Mining

Rat-hole mining tragedy in Meghalaya highlights illegal coal extraction, environmental damage, and governance gaps. Read causes, impacts, and solutions.

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Jan 03, 2026 2 min

‘Sandalwood Leopard’ Colour Morph

Karnataka records India’s second sighting of the ultra-rare Sandalwood Leopard, a unique colour morph highlighting genetic diversity and conservation importance.

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Jan 01, 2026 4 min

Parvati–Arga Bird Sanctuary Declared Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ)

Parvati–Arga Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh has been declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone, strengthening wetland conservation, migratory bird protection and sustainable development efforts.

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Dec 28, 2025 3 min

Nature-based Solutions (NbS)

Nature-based Solutions (NbS) link climate action with biodiversity and resilience. Learn concepts, ENACT goals, India’s initiatives, challenges, and the way forward.

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Dec 05, 2025 2 min

World Soil Day 2025

World Soil Day 2025 highlights the theme “Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities,” promoting sustainable soil management, urban resilience and climate protection to...

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