Ecology News

Odisha to showcase its biodiversity

The Odisha government is setting up a world-class interpretation centre at Dangamal near Bhitarkanika National Park to showcase its efforts in protecting crocodiles and preserving its rich mangrove diversity.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 17th Aug 2018

Green activist opposes water aerodrome project in Chilika

Green Nobel prize winner environmental activist Prafulla Samantara said his organisation Lok Shakti Abhiya will oppose the proposed water aerodrome project in Chilika lake at national and international forums.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 15th Aug 2018

Coral reefs could survive global warming, says study

Scientists have founded that coral-algal partnerships have endured numerous climate change events since the age of dinosaurs.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 14th Aug 2018

Indians will live longer if pollution is under check’

More than 660 million Indians live in areas that exceed the country’s standard for what is considered safe exposure to fine particulate pollution (PM 2.5).

posted by Jawwad Kazi 14th Aug 2018

Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve enters UNESCO list

The Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve (KBR) of Sikkim, the highest biosphere reserve in the country that includes the third highest mountain peak in the world, Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), has been included in the UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserve (WHBR).

posted by Jawwad Kazi 11th Aug 2018