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21 February 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 21 February 2026
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Tirupati's pilgrim routes are being exploited for smuggling Red Sanders, a valuable tree species. Authorities are deploying armed patrols and inter-state crackdowns to curb the illegal trade. The tree's high market valu…
Read full storyThe National Green Tribunal (NGT) has mandated the restoration of the Suav River in official records, directing Uttar Pradesh authorities to rectify gazette and revenue entries, halt construction in floodplain zones, an…
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India's government has set a target to generate 160 GW of renewable energy, as stated by Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar. This initiative emphasizes the country's commitment to sustainable energy development. Andhra Prade…
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On February 19, 2026, the Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal issued key environment orders addressing pollution, mining, and forest conservation. The rulings emphasized stricter enforcement of environmental norms…
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Over 12 million young fish were released in Pune reservoirs to restore ecological balance disrupted by invasive species like Tilapia, African catfish, and Suckermouth catfish. These non-native species had outcompeted na…
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Aquaculture tanks have re-emerged in Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary after a previous demolition drive, raising concerns about environmental protection and enforcement. This situation highlights issues of illegal encroachmen…
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Illegal roadside shops in Munnar are causing traffic congestion and increasing wildlife-human conflicts. These shops obstruct pedestrian movement and their waste attracts wild animals like elephants. The issue highlight…
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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 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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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 storyA 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 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 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 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…
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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The article emphasizes that safeguarding wetlands is crucial for India's ecological resilience and developmental future amidst climate uncertainty and water insecurity. Wetlands are foundational ecosystems providing vit…
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Haiderpur Wetland in Uttar Pradesh, India's 47th Ramsar Site, is highlighted for its ecological and socio-economic significance, challenging the perception of wetlands as wastelands. Located within the Hastinapur Wildli…
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The Finance Commission has recommended that heatwaves and lightning be added to the national disaster list. This is significant as it could lead to increased disaster relief funding and policy focus on these climate-rel…
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