Antibiotic-resistant NDM-1 gene found in pristine Arctic
The recent detection of the antibiotic resistant (AR) gene NDM-1 in the Arctic region is a further indication of the globalization of antimicrobial resistance.
Wasted effort: half of India’s waste-to-energy plants defunct
Analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment says Nearly half of India’s waste-to-energy (WTE) plants, meant to convert non-biodegradable waste, are defunct.
99.82% projects in forests got nod:
India’s apex National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) cleared 682 of the 687 projects that came up for scrutiny.
Green New Deal
USA proposed Green New Deal an economic stimulus programs in the United States.
India China leading Global Greening Efforts, says study
A study based on NASA satellite data has said India and China are leading the global greening effort.
Jaipur birding fair dedicated to conservation of waders
The 22nd Indian Birding Fair, organized on the banks of Man Sagar Lake here over the weekend, was dedicated to the conservation of waders.
Lion conservation plan
Center and the Gujarat government have announced a ₹97.85 crore Asiatic Lion Conservation Project.
Climate change: 2018 set to be fourth hottest year since records began
After months of devastating heatwaves and wildfires around the world, UN’s specialist weather agency says 2018 is set to be the fourth hottest year.
Fundraiser to secure 96 elephant corridors
Recent survey found seven elephant corridors in the country impaired, the Asian Elephant Alliance, an umbrella initiative by five NGOs, has come together to secure 96 out of the 101 existing corridors used by elephants across 12 States in India.
Train project has spent ₹10 crore for the improvement of the flamingo sanctuary
Mumbai-Ahmedabad high speed train corridor project was accorded wildlife clearance on January 10.