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MNF enforces a statewide total Bandh across Mizoram in protest against the
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Mizo National Front (MNF) has enforced a statewide total bandh across Mizoram today from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in protest against the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM)-led government's decision to adopt the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023 (FCAA 2023).
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National Biodiversity Authority release Rs 55 lakh to Red Sanders farmers
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The beneficiaries belong to eight villages in Tiruvallur District, namely Kannabhiran Nagar, Kothur, Vembedu, Siruniyum, Goonipalayam, Ammambakkam, Alikuzhi, and Thimmaboopola Puram.
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Kedis Mewali to Bali: The Homecoming of the Red-breasted Parakeet Revives
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Denpasar [Indonesia], October 27: The skies of Bali once again hold hope. After years of silence in its tropical forests, the distinctive calls of the Red-breasted Parakeet (Trichoglossus forsteni mitchellii) may soon echo once more across its native land. This brightly colored parrot specie
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Uttarakhand announces implementation of Green Cess on vehicles from other
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
On the occasion of Uttarakhand completing 25 years of its formation, the state government has announced the implementation of a "Green Cess" -- a historic step toward environmental conservation. This cess will be levied on vehicles entering the state from other parts of the country, the C
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ASEAN member-states agree on ways to promote socio-cultural sustainability
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In the ASEAN-India Joint Leaders' Statement on Sustainable Tourism, as quoted by the Ministry of External Affairs, the member-states agreed to conserve historic and cultural heritage features and promote the inclusion of sites on the World Heritage Convention list.
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Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi calls for sustainable practices, highlights waste-to
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In an address during the 127th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotlighted grassroots environmental innovations and community-driven conservation efforts, urging citizens to embrace sustainable practices and tree plantation under the 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' campaign. Read More
PM Modi's vision for Indian Ocean aligns with Seychelles' strategic locati
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"PM Modi's vision of Mahasagar envelops the entire Indian Ocean. The Indian Ocean is key to India's well-being and prosperity. 90% of our trade and volume passes through the Indian Ocean. Seychelles is an island country in the Indian Ocean, but it has a vast exclusive economic zone of abo
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National Biodiversity Authority releases Rs 1.36 crore to empower grassroo
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released Rs 1.36 crore to support grassroots biodiversity conservation in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The funds are meant to strengthen local efforts under India's biodiversity framework and ensure fair sharing of benefits from the commercial
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NBA releases Rs 1.36 cr to empower grassroots level conservation of biodiv
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a strong demonstration of its commitment to fair and equitable sharing of benefits and conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released Rs 1.36 crore, channelling the benefits of commercial use to local communities in Maharashtra
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Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM attends 2nd Wakro Butterfly meet; highlights E
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein attended the 2nd Wakro Butterfly Meet, held in celebration of the 8th Northeast Butterfly Meet at Wakro in Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary on Thursday.
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Sikkim: Rare butterfly 'Spotless Baron' spotted again in Dzongu after five
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A rare species of butterfly, the 'Spotless Baron' (Euthalia recta), has been photographed at Dzongu in North Sikkim by noted nature conservationist Sonam Wangchuk Lepcha, marking its return after a gap of five years.
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Project Brahmank: BRO joins global campaign for snow leapord conservation
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As part of its ongoing efforts to support national strategic objectives, the project undertook a series of events for Global Campaign 23for23: 23 Minutes for Snow Leopards" to enhance awareness for both the species and fragile ecosystems as well as to celebrate animal-human coexistence an
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