Context This article discusses the meaning of carrying capacity and the way forward regarding the carrying capacity of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). What is carrying capacity? Carrying capacity of a region is based on the maximum population size that …
About Phosphorous Phosphorus is commonly found in the Earth’s crust in the form of various phosphate minerals, such as apatite. It is an essential mineral, and is naturally present in many foods and available as a dietary supplement. Phosphorus is …
Context The theme for World Food Day (October 16), 2023 — ‘Water is Life, Water is Food’ — calls for urgent action in managing water wisely. This article highlights that sustainable water management is critical to address impending food and …
What’s in the news? The Union Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has launched the ‘green credit’ programme, a first-of-a-kind market-based instrument designed to incentivise individuals, industries and local bodies for their voluntary environmental actions across diverse sectors. The …
About Mission LiFE is a global initiative by India to help the world in its fight against climate change and lead to a sustainable way of life to achieve the sustainable development goals set by the U.N. It was launched …
About NMCG National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is registered as a society under the Societies Registration Act 1860. NMCG aims to ensure effective abatement of pollution and rejuvenation of the river Ganga by adopting a river basin approach to …
Hydrogen Hydrogen is a colourless, odourless, tasteless, non-toxic and highly combustible gaseous substance. It is also the lightest, simplest and most abundant member of the family of chemical elements in the universe. Hydrogen is a clean fuel and an efficient …
What’s in the news? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given its approval to a proposal of Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti to complete the balance works of North Koel Reservoir …
Background The Commission for Air Quality Management in the National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021, was passed by the Parliament in 2021. What is the Act all about? The monitoring and management of air quality in the Delhi-NCR …
What’s in the news? The Ministry of Tourism, unveiled an innovative initiative – the Travel for LiFE for Cleanliness Campaign. This campaign marks a significant step in India’s commitment to cleanliness and environmental sustainability. It is a nationwide cleanliness drive …