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Latest digest · 1 September 2026
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The Green Climate Fund (GCF) took seven years to approve Nepal's $49.9 million glacier resilience project, leaving high-risk Himalayan communities unprotected. Meanwhile, multilateral lenders including the Asian Develop…
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The UNCCD COP17 conference has formally recognized rangelands as a critical biome requiring dedicated global action, establishing political frameworks, scientific mechanisms, financing innovations, and partnership pipel…
Read full storyUnion Minister Bhupender Yadav addressed the Ministerial Dialogue on rangeland restoration at UNCCD CoP17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. He emphasized community-led restoration combining traditional knowledge with modern sci…
Read full storyUnion Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav addressed the Ministerial Dialogue at UNCCD COP17, urging diversified, adequate, predictable and sustained international financing for land restoration and drought resilience.…
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The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that extra-polar ocean regions recorded an average temperature of 21.1°C, surpassing the previous record set in March 2024. This marks the hottest day ever observed for glo…
Read full storyThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) disbursed ₹2.82 crore under the Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) mechanism from commercial utilisation of biological resources. ₹2.80 crore was allocated to 27 State Biodiversit…
Read full storyThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) disbursed ₹2.82 crore under the Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) mechanism from utilisation of India's biological resources. Of this, ₹2.80 crore was released to 27 State Biodiv…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighting India's BRICS chairship focus on sustainable development through people-centric climate action. The article emphasizes sustai…
Read full storyThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved four railway multitracking projects worth Rs 9,450 crore, adding 410 km across West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. These projects under PM-Gati Shakti…
Read full storyIndia hosted the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi where Union Minister Bhupender Yadav emphasized people-centric, sustainable environmental action responsive to developing nations' realities. The m…
Read full storyIndia is hosting the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, presided over by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. The meeting aims to strengthen environmental cooperation among BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia,…
Read full storyIndia will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi under its 2026 BRICS Chairship theme 'Building Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Communities'. The meeting follows the BRICS Senior Officers'…
Read full storyIndia will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting on 18 August 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, preceded by the Senior Officers' Meeting on 17 August. The event falls under India's BRICS Chairship 2026 the…
Read full storyThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) released Rs. 15.52 crore in ABS proceeds from Pioneer Overseas Corporation for 10 commercial mustard hybrids developed using India's genetic resources. Funds distributed to 26 S…
Read full storyIndia achieved a landmark 300.50 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity as of July 31, 2026, surpassing 60% of its 500 GW target for 2030. Solar leads at 164.59 GW, followed by wind (58.14 GW), hydro (57.24 GW), bio-power (1…
Read full storyThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) disbursed over ₹3 crore under the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) mechanism to 33 State Biodiversity Boards, UT Biodiversity Councils, and National Institutes. This covers agro…
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued new guidelines prohibiting solar, wind, and other renewable energy projects within 1 km of India's international borders. The order also bars engineers or staff from China, Bangla…
Read full storyEnvironment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh as India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone in wetland conservation. This pristine freshwater lake enhances biodiversity pr…
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A government report reveals that two-thirds of India's 58 tiger reserves face declining prey base or poor habitat, with nine reserves having zero or critically low tiger numbers. Experts criticize that several reserves…
Read full storyThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has disbursed Rs 8.22 crore to three research institutions and 33 State Biodiversity Boards and UT Biodiversity Coun…
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India is exploring floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) installations on its vast reservoir network to overcome land scarcity and enhance renewable energy capacity. With over 91,000 reservoirs covering 3.5 million hectares…
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On July 23, 2026, significant environmental cases were addressed in India's Supreme Court, high courts, and the National Green Tribunal. These rulings highlight the judiciary's proactive stance on environmental protecti…
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On July 22, 2026, significant environmental cases were adjudicated in India's Supreme Court, high courts, and the National Green Tribunal. These rulings highlight the judiciary's crucial role in enforcing environmental…
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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell praised India as a 'solar superpower', highlighting that fossil-fuel-free sources now constitute half of India's installed power capacity. This recognition underscores…
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