Category: Environment

India and Botswana on November 12, 2025, formally announced the translocation of eight cheetahs from Botswana to India during the State visit of President Droupadi Murmu. The initiative marks a new chapter in Project Cheetah, India’s ambitious wildlife restoration programme. Symbolic Handover Ceremony Background: India’s Cheetah Reintroduction Efforts Current Status (as of November 2025) About Botswana Source: TH

The sixth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP-6) to the Minamata Convention on Mercury was held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 3 to 7 November 2025. Key Outcomes About the Minamata Convention About Mercury (Hg) Source: UNEP

During recent biodiversity surveys in Simong village, Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, researchers documented six butterfly species never before recorded in India. The findings, published in Entomon Journal, highlight the region’s role as an ecological bridge between the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River in Tibet) and the rich forests on its southern bank in India. Newly Recorded Species Among the six newly recorded species are: These species were previously known Read More …

The second edition of UNEP’s Global Cooling Watch Report was released on November 11, 2025, at the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil. Published by the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Cool Coalition, the report addresses the urgent challenge of rising heat, surging cooling demand, and widening inequalities in access to cooling. Key Findings Sustainable Cooling Pathway About the Cool Coalition Source: UNEP

The Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026 report was released on November 12, 2025, by the German-based policy group Germanwatch on the sidelines of the 30th Conference of Parties (COP30) to the UNFCCC in Belém, Brazil. Global Findings (1995–2024) India’s Position Top 10 Most Affected Countries (1995–2024) Most Affected in 2024 Key Takeaway The report draws a clear connection between global warming and the intensification of natural disasters, warning that poorer Read More …

India’s National Statement was delivered by Ambassador of India to Brazil, Shri Dinesh Bhatia, at the Leaders’ Summit of the 30th Conference of Parties (CoP30) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The summit is being held in Belém, Brazil, from 10th to 21st November 2025. India’s Core Message Commemorating Global Climate Milestones Support for the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) Source: PIB

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL), chaired by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, has recommended reinstating the Rhesus Macaque (Macaca mulatta) under Schedule II of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Background and Proposal Legal Context State-Level Support About Rhesus Macaques Source: IE

The Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) was officially launched on November 6 during the COP30 Leaders’ Summit held in Belém, Brazil. Funding Commitments: Purpose & Vision: Institutional Setup: Scale & Scope: Inclusivity & Justice: Source: Click Here

The World’s Longest Animal Migration: Biomass Movement of the Arctic Tern: Comparison with Other Animal Migrations: Human Biomass Movement — A Massive Scale: How Humans Move: Source: TH

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in its latest global review of natural World Heritage sites, rated Khangchendzonga National Park as “Good” for its conservation status. It is the only Indian site to receive this positive rating, while other key sites like the Western Ghats and Sundarbans were listed under “serious concerns.” UNESCO World Heritage Recognition: Geography and Landscape: Biodiversity Hotspot: Cultural and Spiritual Heritage: Community-Based Conservation: Significance: Read More …

India has declared Gogabil Lake in Katihar district, Bihar, as its 94th Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention. Key Highlights: Source: RAMSAR

A team of researchers studying biodiversity in the Western Ghats has discovered a new species of jumping spider belonging to the genus Pilia. Scientific Significance Unique Characteristics Broader Importance Source: TH

Overtourism and heavy maritime traffic in the Mediterranean Sea are leading to increased pollution in Greece’s coastal waters, according to Greek scientists. Use of Mussels Methodology Findings Source: DD

The Madhya Pradesh government has initiated work to develop the Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary as the third home for cheetahs in the state, following Kuno National Park and Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary. Key Highlights:

The Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas), recognized as the world’s largest moth, has been discovered in Guddehalli, Karwar, located in Karnataka’s Davangere district. Key Highlights: Source: ETV