Environment & Ecology Current Affairs for UPSC

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Supreme Court appoints high-powered panel under ICFRE DG Kanchan Devi to independently review controversial Aravalli definition report, ensuring impartial ecological protection against unregulated mining.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Jun, 2026

Top court appoints high-powered panel to review Aravalli definition report, Pg3

Supreme Court appoints high-powered panel under ICFRE DG Kanchan Devi to independently review controversial Aravalli definition report, ensuring impartial ecological protection against unregulated mining.

3 Jun, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Indian cities grapple with rising summer pollution levels; dust storms, vehicular emissions, and ozone formation exacerbate air quality issues.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jun, 2026

Why do cities get polluted in summer?, Pg8

Indian cities grapple with rising summer pollution levels; dust storms, vehicular emissions, and ozone formation exacerbate air quality issues.

2 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

2 Jun, 2026

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

2 Jun, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

Babesiosis outbreak in Gujarat's Gir raises concerns about Asiatic lion conservation and need for multiple populations to mitigate extinction risks.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jun, 2026

Gir lion deaths not alarming but flag need for multiple populations, Pg9

Babesiosis outbreak in Gujarat's Gir raises concerns about Asiatic lion conservation and need for multiple populations to mitigate extinction risks.

2 Jun, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

2 Jun, 2026

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

2 Jun, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jun, 2026

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

1 Jun, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Scientists modify rice paper with hydrazination to selectively extract gold nanoparticles from e-waste, offering sustainable recovery method.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

Rice paper can be modified to recover e-waste gold, Pg12

Scientists modify rice paper with hydrazination to selectively extract gold nanoparticles from e-waste, offering sustainable recovery method.

31 May, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

Air pollution in India slashed solar power output by 9.6% in 2023, costing 15 TWh, says Nature study.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

Air pollution cut India’s solar power output by 9.6% in 2023: study, Pg12

Air pollution in India slashed solar power output by 9.6% in 2023, costing 15 TWh, says Nature study.

31 May, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

New cascade frog species, Amolops kamal, discovered in Nagaland's hill streams, highlighting Northeast's unmapped biodiversity and need for conservation.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

New cascade frog species recorded in Nagaland’s hill-stream habitats, Pg10

New cascade frog species, Amolops kamal, discovered in Nagaland's hill streams, highlighting Northeast's unmapped biodiversity and need for conservation.

31 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Elephant decline in East Africa triggers 23% drop in dung beetle species, threatening savannah ecosystem and seed dispersal.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

Elephants’ decline portends dung beetle co-extinction, Pg12

Elephant decline in East Africa triggers 23% drop in dung beetle species, threatening savannah ecosystem and seed dispersal.

31 May, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

Supreme Court slams Rajasthan, MP, UP over illegal sand mining in Chambal sanctuary, citing administrative apathy and erosion of rule of law.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

31 May, 2026

Why Supreme Court is cracking the whip against states over Chambal, Pg9

Supreme Court slams Rajasthan, MP, UP over illegal sand mining in Chambal sanctuary, citing administrative apathy and erosion of rule of law.

31 May, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

ESG compliance transforms into business priority due to EU carbon tax and India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

31 May, 2026

'Carbon rules, sustainability norms make ESG a compliance priority for industry', Pg13

ESG compliance transforms into business priority due to EU carbon tax and India's Carbon Credit Trading Scheme.

31 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

30 May, 2026

NGT Seeks Response From Centre And States On Rising Heatwave Conditions,Pg

Heatwaves are no longer seasonal weather events but a major climate adaptation challenge requiring coordinated action across health, urban planning and environmental governance.

30 May, 2026

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

The suspected Babesia outbreak highlights that conserving endangered species requires not only habitat protection but also robust disease management and wildlife health monitoring.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

30 May, 2026

Eight Lion Cubs Die In Gujarat Amid Suspected Babesia Outbreak,Pg 1

The suspected Babesia outbreak highlights that conserving endangered species requires not only habitat protection but also robust disease management and wildlife health monitoring.

30 May, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Inside China’s green transition, Pg7

China's green transition is not only an environmental project but also a strategy for achieving technological leadership, industrial dominance and long-term energy security.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

30 May, 2026

Inside China’s green transition, Pg7

China's green transition is not only an environmental project but also a strategy for achieving technological leadership, industrial dominance and long-term energy security.

30 May, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Tariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

28 May, 2026

Tariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.

28 May, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment