Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSpace TechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
8 Aug, 2026

House Panel Calls For New Satellite To Monitor Forest Fires In Himalayan Region, Pg6

Parliamentary panel urges dedicated geostationary satellite for 24/7 monitoring of Himalayan forest fires, citing critical observational gaps and reliance on foreign satellites.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
8 Aug, 2026

Sowa-Rigpa Must Emerge as a Globally Recognised Evidence-Based Healthcare System: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav outlines strategic roadmap for Sowa-Rigpa's global recognition as an evidence-based healthcare system, focusing on research and institutional development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

To cut gas imports, Cabinet gives nod to Rs 24K-cr biogas scheme ‘GOBARdhan’, Pg9

Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed biogas production, reduce gas imports, and promote clean energy transition.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

Rahul Questions Ken-Betwa River Link Impact On Tribals, Pg8

Rahul Gandhi questions Ken-Betwa river link project's tribal displacement; Centre acknowledges complaints, forwards to MP government for action.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

Ethanol policy must count in water, sustainability costs, Pg15

India's ambitious E20 ethanol policy requires urgent re-evaluation of water footprint, environmental costs, and subsidies for long-term sustainability beyond blending targets.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
7 Aug, 2026

How will the Supreme Court order impact mining around Ramsar wetland sites?, Pg11

Supreme Court extends its 10-km mining buffer rule, initially for Asan Wetland, to all Ramsar wetland conservation reserves nationwide.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

India’s Non-Fossil Fuel Electricity Generation Capacity, Pg10

India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel electricity capacity, on track for ambitious 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030, Minister Pralhad Joshi confirms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

Cabinet Approved Cost For GOBARdhan Scheme, Pg10

Cabinet approves GOBARdhan scheme with ₹23,731 crore outlay to boost biogas production and circular bioenergy from 2026-27 to 2035-36.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEconomics of Animal RearingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

GOBARdhan: Fuelling Clean Energy and Rural Growth

Union Cabinet approves ₹23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost clean energy, rural economy, and reduce import dependence by converting waste into wealth.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Aug, 2026

Implementation Of Maha Water Mission

ANRF and Ministry of Jal Shakti launch MAHA Water Programme, inviting consortium proposals for solution-based research on critical water challenges, involving industry partners.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Aug, 2026

Silt in rivers to urbanisation: Behind Kerala's worsening floods, Pg12

Kerala's worsening floods are attributed to human-made factors like river siltation, rapid urbanisation, and wetland disappearance, exacerbating disaster impact.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
6 Aug, 2026

Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards, Pg12

Meghalaya launches ambitious 'Mission Clouded Leopard' to protect its state animal, focusing on habitat restoration, scientific research, and community participation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
6 Aug, 2026

The road ahead for the Asiatic lion, Pg8

Proposed limestone mining threatens crucial Asiatic lion habitat and movement corridors in Gujarat, jeopardizing decades of conservation success and raising concerns about the species' future.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
6 Aug, 2026

A Climate Resilience Pathway Between India And China, Pg6

Amidst increasing extreme weather events, India and China explore climate resilience cooperation, focusing on disaster mitigation, urban planning, and bridging the finance gap.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
5 Aug, 2026

MP: Despite Red Flags, Panel Nod for Power Project in Tiger Corridor, Pg9

NBWL panel approves Panna-Ranipur hydropower project in critical tiger corridor despite DFO's red flags, with conditions for mitigation measures.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Aug, 2026

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates 10-km mining buffer zone for all wetland conservation reserves nationwide, citing environmental parity and protection.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Aug, 2026

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

New study confirms global warming is accelerating, projecting Earth to breach 1.5°C by 2030, partly due to reduced aerosol pollution.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Aug, 2026

MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification: Strengthening Quality, Sustainability and Women-led Enterprises

Government boosts MSMEs with ZED Certification, offering 100% subsidy for women-led enterprises to enhance quality and sustainability.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Aug, 2026

On International Clouded Leopard Day, India Strengthens Conservation Through Dedicated Conservation Action Plan For The Wild Cat

India launches comprehensive Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan, integrating scientific monitoring, community participation, and technology for habitat protection in Northeast India.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster ManagementCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
4 Aug, 2026

Behind Kerala's Decision To Take Some Forest Spots Off Google Maps, Pg9

Kerala moves to remove illegal geotags from Google Maps to safeguard sensitive forest ecosystems, wildlife corridors, and prevent disaster-prone entries.

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