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14 February 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 14 February 2026
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The textile sector in India contributes significantly to the country's GDP and also generates a large amount of municipal waste. The new rules being pushed by India and Europe aim to promote a circular economy in the te…
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The city of Ahmedabad, India's seventh-largest, is home to 181 bird species, accounting for nearly one-third of Gujarat's avifauna. The new bird atlas found that insectivorous birds are the largest group, with 25% of th…
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The article discusses major environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, high courts, and the National Green Tribunal on February 12, 2026. These cases likely have significant implications for environmental protectio…
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The study suggests that desert winds during monsoon breaks can be used to develop an early warning system for farmers. These breaks, characterized by reduced rainfall, can significantly impact agriculture. This informat…
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The article discusses the possibility that the character Heathcliff from the novel Wuthering Heights may have been based on a person from the Sylhet region of Bengal. This is significant as it provides insights into the…
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The article discusses major environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, high courts, and the National Green Tribunal on February 11, 2026. These cases highlight important issues related to environmental protection,…
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The article discusses the concept of 'eco-anxiety' and whether society should bear the mental costs of climate change or if climate governance should shift responsibility based on past emissions and structural capacity.…
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A new study by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) research group has found that climate change has made the wildfires in Chile and Argentina this year up to three times more likely. The rising temperatures and reduced…
Read full storyThis article discusses how indigenous ideas about non-linear time can help us navigate ecological crises. It challenges the anthropocentric view of time and encourages us to plan for the future beyond our own lifetimes.…
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A forest fire has broken out in the Palode region of Kerala, destroying nearly 10 acres of forest land. The fire is reported to have originated in the Chekkonam forest area. This incident highlights the importance of fo…
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The paper mills in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, are a major industry in the region, but they are also highly energy-intensive and polluting. This is a significant environmental concern that could be relevant for compet…
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The article discusses the emerging threat of garbage to the Himalayan Tahr, a wild goat species found in the Himalayas. Without immediate action, these fragile alpine environments risk crossing an irreversible tipping p…
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The Kerala government has suspended the restrictions on firearms licenses for wild boar culling. This decision comes after the previous directive that barred persons holding arms licenses for sports or institutional pur…
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The Chincha people, an ancient civilization along Peru's desert coast, built a powerful state before the rise of the Inca Empire. Their secret was the skillful use of seabird guano, which they shipped from nearby island…
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The discovery of the Eurasian otter in a Ganderbal canal in Kashmir is a significant environmental event. It indicates that even in heavily modified landscapes, wildlife can find ways to return and thrive. This is an im…
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The U.S. President Trump is set to formally rescind the 2009 Obama-era endangerment finding, which was a legal cornerstone of climate regulations in the country. This move by the Trump administration will have significa…
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The Nilgiris Wildlife and Environment Association (NWEA) was formed in colonial India when British colonists discovered the Nilgiris region as a 'hunters' paradise'. The NWEA has played a crucial role in conserving the…
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The article discusses several important environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, High Courts, and National Green Tribunal on February 9, 2026. These cases cover a wide range of issues, including air pollution, wi…
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An endangered Hoolock Gibbon was electrocuted on a railway track in Assam's primate sanctuary, highlighting the failure of mitigation measures for the electrified railway line. This incident underscores the need for eff…
Read full storyThe Andhra Pradesh government has transferred key forest officers amid tensions at Kolleru Lake, a wildlife sanctuary. The transfers come days after villagers blocked Forest department officials on February 6 due to a d…
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The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has deployed four teams in Tamil Nadu to recopy old inscriptions. This is part of the ASI's ongoing effort to digitize over 76,000 estampages (impressions) of inscriptions in var…
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Andhra Pradesh aims to significantly reduce its average power purchase cost to ₹3.90 per unit by 2035, simultaneously progressing towards net-zero emissions. This initiative is crucial for fostering sustainable developm…
Read full storyThe National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken stringent action against cricket stadium authorities across India, seeking detailed replies regarding groundwater usage. This crackdown is significant as the NGT fined 12 cric…
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Periyar Tiger Reserve in Kerala has successfully implemented a groundbreaking conservation model by transforming former poachers into dedicated wildlife protectors. This innovative approach has effectively mitigated hum…
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