List of Ramsar sites (wetlands) in Uttar Pradesh
List of Ramsar sites (wetlands) in Uttar Pradesh
Jun 27, 2024, 12:59 PM IST
International Day For Biodiversity 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance And More
The International Day for Biological Diversity aims to raise awareness about biodiversity issues. The theme for 2024 is 'Be part of the plan'.
May 22, 2024, 00:50 AM IST
Wildlife in 'grave danger', biodiversity declined by 69% since 1970, warns WWF
Freshwater species populations have plunged by 83% on average since 1970 that accounts for the largest fall of any species group as per the Living Planet Report 2022.
Oct 17, 2022, 21:14 PM IST
Global warming causes depletion in biodiversity: Study
We all know that global warming is harmful to the earth as it increases the water level in the sea but now it is also endangering the biodiversity present on the planet. Studies suggest that an increase in temperature leads to the loss of biodiversity, mainly marine life as the elevated temperature reduces the amount of dissolved oxygen and hence leading to the unavailability of oxygen for marine animals.
May 07, 2021, 17:08 PM IST
PM Modi reiterates India's commitment in tackling global challenges at G7 summit in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday participated in a session on 'Biodiversity, Oceans, Climate', at G7 summit in France, reiterating India's commitment towards tackling with global challenges.
Aug 26, 2019, 17:15 PM IST
This card game can help you learn about species
Participants who played the Phylo game were not just remembering iconic species like the blue whale and sea otter, but things like phytoplankton, zooplankton and mycorrhizal fungi.
Jul 18, 2019, 17:40 PM IST
Human waste an asset to economy, environment: Study
We typically think of sanitation as degrading the environment, but we find ways it could actually help improve it while bringing benefits for people.
Jul 11, 2019, 16:21 PM IST
Giant predatory worms invade France, shock biologists
Hammerhead flatworms are said to hunt through the soil and their bodies produce small amounts of a substance called tetrodotoxin, which immobilises prey.
May 23, 2018, 21:41 PM IST
Alien species numbers on the rise, could pose threat to biosecurity: Study
Insects, molluscs and other invertebrates have the highest proportion of emerging alien species.
Feb 06, 2018, 13:30 PM IST
Oxygen rise 400 mn years ago linked to spike in biodiversity: Study
The findings showed a nearly 80 per cent increase in oxygen levels from about 14 per cent 460 million years ago (the Middle Ordovician perid) to 24 per cent just 10 million years later during the Late Ordovician period.
Nov 22, 2017, 19:23 PM IST
Conserving pandas can boost biodiversity, fight climate change
Pandas are leading us to even greater ways to care for nature and health of humans and the planet, Liu added.
Jun 27, 2017, 16:08 PM IST
Studying climatic changes next on China's agenda, scientific expedition to Tibet launched!
The last expedition of similar scale in Tibet, regarded as roof of the world was conducted in the 1970s.
Jun 18, 2017, 10:55 AM IST
India committed to Paris agreement: Harsh Vardhan
Reacting on reports of United States President Donald Trump pulling out of the Paris climate accord, Union Environment Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan said that India is committed towards its responsibilities related with environment.
Jun 04, 2017, 09:00 AM IST
Nagaland Zoological Park – The emerging biodiversity hotspot in North-East region
The zoo, located 6 kms away from the township of Dimapur, is also home to the majestic Bengal Tiger and the great Indian hornbill that has remained a major attraction for many visitors, who throng the park to get an overview of the wildlife species.
Mar 27, 2017, 14:46 PM IST
Biodiversity Act to be implemented soon in entire Himachal
In the first phase, it was implemented in Chamba, Kullu, Sirmaur and Shimla districts.
Feb 09, 2017, 16:17 PM IST
Scientists express concern over impact of LED lights on plants and animals
LEDs made up just 9% of the global lighting market in 2011, but forecasts suggest they will account for 69% by 2020.
Feb 06, 2017, 23:30 PM IST
Wetlands: Why we need to take care of them, what can we do?
Wetlands are also vital for plants and animals to survive. In fact they are one of the most productive ecosystems in the world that give innumerable services to mankind and countless species of plants and animals.
Feb 02, 2017, 09:45 AM IST
Tata Steel's Sukinda Mine Spread Awareness on Biodiversity
The programme, "JAIBAKALA VIVIDHATA", which aimed to sensitize the students and the community through art and painting, concluded yesterday.
Jan 25, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
